Here’s a good way to keep moving but take some of the pressure off your knees. Just put one foot behind the other. Yep, walking backward puts less strain on your patellofemoral joint — an important kneecap-to-thighbone connection. Read the rest of this entry »
Walk This Way for Happier Knees
June 2nd, 2009The Number One Secret to Healthy Eating
June 2nd, 2009Whether you want to lose weight or get healthy, there’s one thing you should never, ever eat again: “remourse cuisine.” Read the rest of this entry »
2009 Diabetes, Hypertension and Chronic Kidney Disease Symposium
May 28th, 2009Saturday, June 20, 2009 at the Houston Intercontinental Hotel, physicians, nurses, dieticians and various other medical professionals will meet to learn about the latest approach related to the prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment and management of diabetes, Read the rest of this entry »
Small Strides, Big Finish
May 27th, 2009Running hard is good. Running smart is better. By focusing on small but important movements and body alignment, you’ll save energy, avoid injury, and sprint past your competition. Read the rest of this entry »
Benefits of Eating Nuts
April 20th, 2009Why you Need a Workout Partner
April 20th, 2009If you’re having trouble sticking to your exercise schedule, or just need to give your weekly workouts a boost, try matching yourself up with a workout partner. Finding a friend or relative to work out with on a consistent basis can do wonders for your schedule, and keep you committed to your goals over the long run. Not only are you holding yourself accountable to making your workout an appointment, but you are sharing some quality time with someone close to you. Read the rest of this entry »
Houston Corporate Games: May 1-2, 2009
April 10th, 2009On Friday and Saturday, May 1 and 2, 2009, the City of Houston will host the Houston Corporate Games presented by Humana. All events are designed so that any employee, regardless of skill level, can participate and earn points for their team. The goals of the Games are: Read the rest of this entry »
International Challenge Day 2009
April 10th, 2009Looking for a Physical Fitness Challenge? Well, join the exercise challenge as Houston competes with other cities internationally. Get Moving Houston would like to have ONE MILLION EXERCISERS participate in some form of physical exercise for at least 15 minutes on Wednesday, May 20th ! After you have complete your physical fitness activity, report your results by e-mail to challengeday2009@cityofhouston.net no later than Thursday, May 21st .
If you are a fitness instructor, you may report for their entire class/group. Thanks for helping Houston accept the “Challenge” of International Challenge Day.
Questions? Please contact Doug Earle at doug.earle@cityofhouston.net or 713-685-4519.
Texas Round Up 2009
April 10th, 2009The Texas Round-Up 10K, 5K and Family Mile will be held in Austin, Texas on April 25, 2009. Race weekend begins with a health and fitness expo showcasing vendors and sponsors. The race is followed by a fitness festival where families can enjoy live music, food, fitness demonstrations and family friendly activities. Participants spend months training for Texas Round-Up, and for several participants, the Texas Round-Up is their first race, making the events a very special accomplishment and a true celebration of healthy living.
The Rise and Shine Run 2009
April 10th, 2009The sixth annual Rise and Shine 5K Walk and Run will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2009 at 7:00 am in Hall A of the George O Brown Convention Center. The event will include a 5K Walk and Run, a 1K fun run for kids and many activities for the whole family.
Rise and Shine benefits The Rise School of Houston, a nationally recognized pre-school for children with and without Down Syndrome and other disabilities. All proceeds from the run go directly to benefit the children who attend the school.
For more information contact Ms. Ashley Kress at 713.532.7473 or akress@riseschool.org