by Laura Kruger | Mar 28, 2015 | Fitness, Uncategorized
I was asked to partner with the YMCA in their Weight Loss Challenge this winter. The program was a great blend of physical activity/scheduled workouts and educational sessions. Now that the program is over and the results have been analyzed, here are the...
by Laura Kruger | Feb 9, 2015 | Fitness, Uncategorized
What’s the single best thing we can do for our health? This video answers that question. It’s easy to follow and appropriate for every learner. It’s 10 minutes long. Posted with...
by Laura Kruger | Jan 24, 2015 | Fitness, Uncategorized
I recently conducted a peer evaluation for a fellow faculty member and the topic of his lesson was Principles of Strength Training. While I was listening and evaluating his teaching specifically, I was reminded of how this content could be transferred easily from the...
by Laura Kruger | Jan 20, 2015 | Fitness, Uncategorized
If there was a magic pill for weight loss or to prevent heart disease, diabetes, what have you, I’m sure it would be popular since we live in a society with instant gratification. But when it comes to your health, it’s the slow and steady pace that takes...
by Laura Kruger | Dec 26, 2014 | Fitness, Uncategorized
According to the CDC, adults should all be getting 150 minutes of moderate activity per week, or 75 minutes of vigorous activity per week. Now the difference between moderate and vigorous- that can be up to interpretation pending on the individual. But nonetheless,...