Pedometers are handy electronic devices used in counting steps, measuring distanced walked and calories lost - especially handy to those recovering from a heart condition and also those trying to lose...

In the past couple of months, I've been experiencing stiffness, pain and numbness in the back of my thighs that seems to go down to my legs leading to some sort of temporary paralysis preventing...

We have always be told to exercise for health benefits - especially in individuals with type 2 diabetes, because exercise strengthens their glycemic control. However, the combination of aerobics and a...

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in people with diabetes. In those with type 1 diabetes as young as 20-39 years old, the risk of dying from a cardiovascular or cerebrovascular...

What: Forrest General Hospital's Diabetes Camp When: July 23-28, 2007 Where: Camp Twin Lakes in Florence Being organized by Forrest General Hospital (Hattiesburg, Mississippi), this diabetes camp...

Cardio, strength training, treadmills, jump ropes, a brisk walk...just WHAT IS the 'right' exercise to fight diabetes? The answer? Any one you want. For any type of exercise training lasting...

As diabetes cases increase, so do medical treatments. However, many people eschew traditional medical solutions, and thus we've also seen an increase in awareness of natural treatments such as...

Is there anything more simple than taking a walk? Experts constantly argue that this is the best form of exercise we can undertake. So why aren't we doing it more? This inspiring story chronicles...

When you think of 'exercise,' images of huffing and puffing on a treadmill probably come to mind, or some other form of cardio exercise. A crucial component of fitness that the majority of...

Diabetes is scary enough...why add heart disease to the mix? Unfortunately, many diabetics must contend with both conditions, though scientists believe that one or both may be preventable. Which could...

Specifically, abdominal fat cells, the ones considered most hazardous to your health. Although most people associate dieting with reducing fat, research shows that exercise is also crucial. The...

Who doesn't? Many find exercising to be complete drudgery, sometimes even painful. No wonder so many of us would rather stay on the couch. A new program, incorporating "fun," is hoping...