Nutrition & Exercise

Many research studies show walking to be among the most convenient and effective forms of regular exercise when it comes to overall fitness. If you are looking for a way to kick start your day or want to create a habit of daily exercise, join the...

A healthy dose of information and fitness will be available at the LaPorte County Family YMCA Michigan City Elston Branch at 5PM each Wednesday from May 26 to Sept. 29. Franciscan Health’s Walk With A Doc program is the perfect way to supplement a...

Exercise is important to help maintain good health. But when you only stick to one workout routine, you may run the risk of boredom, burnout or worse – injury. By stepping out of your comfort zone and trying new exercise options, you may be...

Plans for staggered start times and distancing protocols put in place by organizers of the Bolt for the Heart 5K Family Run/Walk and inaugural Half Marathon meet guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19, according to the LaPorte County Health...

The American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life in La Porte County, currently in its 24th year, may have looked radically different from events in past years, but it was nevertheless filled with messages of love, support and encouragement. Spread out...

La Porte County will benefit once again from vital tools that could make the difference between saving a life and suffering a loss, when racers take to the streets for the 2nd annual Bolt for the Heart 5K Family Run /Walk/Half Marathon. Details about...

Staying at home during COVID-19 may make it harder than usual to get in your daily steps.  However, during this time it’s important for your health and well-being to stay active.  Walking – either at home or outside –...

The change of seasons brings more than just a shift in the weather. The colder temperatures and shorter days may also create a darkness of emotions for people with seasonal affective disorder, known as SAD. SAD is a type of depression that often...

The moment I crumbled backward onto the worn carpet in my bedroom, I knew exactly what was going on. I was hurt again. It was just a matter of finding out how badly. Over the course of my 10 years as a competitive runner, I’ve racked up a list of...

It’s that time of year again. Time to focus on New Year’s resolutions to start the new decade off right. These goals are easy to set, but sometimes can be hard to stick with. This may be why many people who make resolutions in January, give...