Nutrition & Exercise

Are you ready to party yourself into shape? That’s exactly what the Zumba® program is all about. It’s an exhilarating, effective, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning dance fitness-party™ that’s moving millions of people toward...

From the January 2011 Senior Circle publication If you want to gauge how well are you aging, you may want to look at your diet. Eating a low-salt, low-fat diet with plenty of fruits, vegetables, and fiber can actually reduce your age-related risks of...

Are you thinking about starting to run? This spring it is going to happen when you join this class! By joining, you will also meet other new runners and prepare for the June 5, 2011 Field Station Frenzy 5K held at Coffee Creek Watershed. This 8 week...

Have you finished a 5K and are now looking for your next goal? Do you want to become a stronger runner with a faster 5K finish? Join me, RRCA certified running coach Amy Hartz, in this 10 week program. This program is designed for intermediate...

The Valparaiso Department of Parks and Recreation presents Beginner Ballroom Dance classes for adults offered though Valparaiso Parks and the United Dance Arts Studio of Valparaiso. Beginning Ballroom is for ages 16 and above and is offered on...

Registration for the Bank of America Chicago Marathon is running ahead of schedule, and is expected to close earlier than ever. Last year the race closed on March 23. Runners interested in joining the OE Marathon Team should register as soon as...

New year, new resolutions usually means a new resolve to lose weight and get in shape. For some this merely means a change in diet or a new exercise routine. But for Courtney Crozier and her mother Marci, their resolution to lose weight has meant...

Burn off those holiday calories and try something a little different this winter. Come snowshoeing with RRCA certified running coach Amy Hartz at Sunset Hill Farm. It is proven that snowshoeing can burn up to 45% more calories than running! Join me...

Winter weather is no excuse to avoid outdoor exercise with your dog, says a Purdue University veterinarian. "The obesity epidemic has an impact on humans and also our canine friends," says Sandy Amass, professor and associate dean in the School of...

Learn how to lighten up your favorite holiday recipes during Porter Health System’s Healthy Woman program, “Favorite Holiday Fare Recipe Makeover.” The program will begin at 6:30 pm, on Tuesday, Dec. 7, at Porter’s Education &...