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Country Western dance is becoming popular, and lessons are often given at nightclubs at no expense. Cowboy boots and hats are essential to dress, although smooth-soled shoes are adequate. Line-dancing and the Texas two-step are popular., SEEING IS BELIEVING. YOU have to go see country-western dancing in action to know how much fun people are having. And when, during a line dance (no partner needed), you [...]

Many hard-working people live sedentary lives, because their everyday activities actually involve little body movement. A walking exercise program should start out five to 10 minutes everyday and build up to 30 to 40 minutes three times a week., How to get started down the road to better health EVERY SYSTEM OF YOUR body works better if you stay fit. The person who gets enough exercise is less likely [...]

Walking is often the optimum therapy for those who have undergone heart surgery or who are at risk for such surgery. Tips on how to begin a structured walking program to increase cardiovascular health are provided., Safe steps for your back-to-health program IF YOU HAVE HEART DISEASE, are recovering from a heart attack or have recently undergone any type of heart surgery, a walking program is [...]

Three grossly overweight persons retell how they lost weight and trimmed down to a healthy size by walking for exercise. One woman weighed 360 pounds before beginning a walking regimen, and she dropped from a size 56 to a size 14., That First Small step in your walking program can be a giant step toward losing weight. And we mean giant. The three people profiled here are dramatic proof that walking, [...]

Protective, water-proof or water repellant, warm outdoor clothing can make walking in winter weather enjoyable. Under any conditions, it is advisable for people with heart problems to consult their doctors since the inhalation of cold air can be harmful.

Polka dancing can improve the psychology of participants because of its strenuous physical activity and upbeat music. Brief descriptions of how the dance is done and what clothes should be worn are provided.

Walking styles can cause pain in other parts of the body. An evaluation of one's gait can determine if seemingly unrelated pain is associated with the walking technique. Orthotics can change walking methods to relieve pain.

Evaluations of 11 hiking boots and four walking shoes are presented. A hiking boot that is fitted well is less likely to cause injury. The criteria for the evaluations includes meeting versatile needs and weight.

Berkshire Hiking Holidays is a tour operator offering a 'Town and Country' package for those desiring nature hikes and visits to historic city sights. A $249 package includes a modest room and meals. An address is included.

Dancing is an enjoyable and healthful activity, and swing dancing is particularly good for cardiovascular and muscle toning purposes. Dancers should be careful to select proper footwear and check with a physician before starting an exercise program.

People who walk for exercise can reap great benefits from a routine that includes walking in pools of water. Ten benefits of aquatic walking are listed, including decreased physical stress, increased aerobic benefits, and increased enjoyment. Tips on water walking are included.

This semiannual shoe review evaluates 14 walking shoes with a rigorous five-to-ten-mile test. The Nike Air Healthwalker Max II features an enlarged 'dynamic-fit' sleeve-type tongue, and was rated highest for dedicated walkers at $90 per pair.

Ballroom dancing provides an excellent alternative to aerobic exercises like walking and running. Dancing reduces stress, and it can provide a light or vigorous workout, depending on the wants and needs of the dancer.

Four practicing physicians describe the benefits of walking. Each walks regularly and tries to get patients to incorporate it in their exercise regimes, too.

Do your kids slink between the sofa cushions when you suggest a walk? Try a treasure hunt instead, and watch them desert their Play Stations. About 5 years ago, a [...]

A treadmill is a great way to battle the holiday bulge. But shopping for one could be daunting--until now. Preventions editors have done the detective work for you! We tested [...]

Don't let icy fingers, toes, or nose deep-freeze your walking. Here are our picks to keep you moving STOP DRAFTS. Keep the chill off your neck, warm the air you [...]

16 tips to help you savor summer walking--from veteran walkers who live to sweat You see them from your air-conditioned car: swinging their arms, wiping their brows, glistening--okay, dripping. Could [...]

Too tired, bored, or achy to lace up today? Exercise your brainpower to get back on track Okay, confess. We all have days when it's too much trouble to push [...]

"I used to figure that when you hit 50, you had to notch it down, take it easy, expect less of yourself," says Jim Waldenfels from Annandale, VA, a contracting [...]

A woman describes having cosmetic surgery to reduce the fatty deposits in her chin and her cheeks. She was apprehensive about the pain and swelling, but after five days she was pleased with the results., By the time I was 35, I was carrying a spare tire of fat around my neck. At 45, with money and resolve in place, I set out to find [...]

Holiday traditions are important because they provided stability and solidify relationships between generations of the past and the future. But keeping traditions can be too time-consuming to be practical. Examples of traditions families have adapted to modern life are provided., SOME THINGS NEVER CHANGE. LIKE Grandpa at one end of the table, Dad et the other, and mounds of turkey and trimmings in between. Anyone whose family has squawked when [...]

Techniques for reviving tired feet include simple stretching exercises, soaking in Epsom salts and warm water, mini-whirlpools, foot massages and foot lotions. Wearing shoes that are the right size is the best way to avoid foot pain., HOURS SPENT POUNDING THE FlOORS of the Metropolitan Museum or the rocky terrain of a hiking trail may leave your spirits soaring--but your feet sulking. Tense, tired tootsies are crying [...]

Some experts believe that increased awareness of sky can benefit one's emotional and physical health. Walkers can study the sky as they walk. Psychological research indicates that studying the sky can help one put their feelings into perspective., SO YOU'RE DONE WITH your walk for the day. Quick--without taking your eyes off this page--try to remember what the sky looks like today. (In other words, no peeking outside!) [...]

The best way people can prepare for a hike is to walk in hilly areas in their hiking shoes. Exercise machines do not provide the necessary workout for the muscles affected by hiking. Exercises to strengthen other parts of the body are also described., There's nothing like a trail hike to get you away from traffic, bicycles and barking dogs. But even dedicated city walkers might get blisters, sore feet, lower-back pain or aching [...]

Some people manage to operate efficiently with a cluttered desk, but for many others the clutter brings a sense of pressure and stress that can cause concentration difficulties and other problems. Eight recommendations for creating an uncluttered and organized desk are presented., We all know people who are perfectly at home with clutter. Their desks can have papers strewn like piles of autumn leaves, but they can find just what they want [...]

There are four different kinds of walking exercise that help to reduce weight when accompanied by a healthy diet. They are walking in water, walking in spurts, long, slow, distance walking, and interval walking. Each exercise is described., Envious of the pounds melting off that neighbor who walks for 45 minutes every day? Just because you don't have that kind of time doesn't mean you can't walk weight [...]

Exercises that help improve posture include the squat stretch and the shirt pull, both of which target the hip flexor muscles. Good posture allows for more efficient use of muscles, while bad posture causes exhaustion and aches., WHAT IS IT THAT YOUR WALKING partners are doing that lets them cruise that new, extra half mile while you're struggling to keep up? Check their posture. An important key [...]

Reducing commute time is one way to lower the stress levels, and stretching and shifting while in the car seat alleviates discomfort. Airbags are highly recommended for driving safety. Drivers should avoid using cellular phones while driving., Spending an hour or more of your day cooped up in your car puts a strain on more than your lower back. Commuters, especially those who confront congested highways and [...]

Snowshoeing for its health benefits is increasing in popularity. Its easy to do, and the cost of equipment is reasonable. Equipment needed for snowshoeing include snowshoes, boots, layered clothing and a pack of survival supplies for long walks., You open the door to the hush and dazzle of last night's snowfall. Bundled and laced, you're the first to step into the yard: Kerplunk! Your boot sinks a foot [...]

Repetitive strain injuries (RSI), which tend to affect the upper back, neck, shoulder, elbow, and wrist, are occurring in record numbers. Businesses, facing high disability costs, are realizing that ergonomic intervention can reduce RSI incidence., REPETITIVE-STRAIN INJURIES (RSIs) sneak up on you. A tingle here and an ache there may seem like nothing to worry about. But if ignored, repeated injury can lead to chronic [...]

A whole new breed of treadmills has hit the fitness market. And just in time! After a year of some of the most extreme weather in all parts of the [...]

Joggers must learn to recognize attack behavior in dogs and distinguish it from mere playfulness. Tips on knowing when to back down and when to be aggressive are given, along with guidelines on what to do if attacked. Sprays and ultrasonic devices are also discussed., IT'S A RARE WALKER WHO DOESN'T HAVE a dog story to share. Whether it's an angry barker that scares the wits out of you as he flails his body on [...]

Techniques to re-interest an individual in walking include setting goals, rereading inspirational articles and books that got the individual interested in walking and creating incentives. Other techniques include varying the walking routine and buying good socks., DECEMBER WAS PROBABLY not your hottest walking month. Colder temperatures may be ideal for brisk striding, but holiday chores kept you on the run--in your car, that is. Shopping, entertaining, [...]

People with heart disease, diabetes or arthritis need to take special precautions when exercising outdoor during cold weather. Indoor alternatives include mall walking, treadmills, stair steppers and stationary bikes., What to do inside when you can't venture outside FOR MANY PEOPLE, WINTER is a favorite time for brisk walks. When you're dressed in properly layered clothing, the cold air [...]

WE KNOW THAT AEROBIC exercise has the power to calm jangled nerves and boost drooping moods. Research has shown that one brisk 20-to-30-minute walk can have the same calming effect [...]

Regular exercise such as walking is one of the most important things to do for your health. Prevention magazine has its 'Prevention Walking Club' designed to promote walking and fitness. A membership form is included.

Dogs need exercise as much as humans, and they love to walk, so dog-walking can be an enjoyable way to stay healthy. Legal, safety, health, and obedience training tips for dogs are given.