May 2, 2013
04:58 PM
Health
By Lindsay Hock

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New Study Examines the Long Term Returns of Obesity Prevention Policies

Last week, the Campaign to End Obesity released The Long-Term Returns of Obesity Prevention Policies, a new report which identifies billions of dollars in potential savings that are attributable to a variety of obesity-prevention tactics.

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Apr 12, 2013
11:38 AM
Health

By Lindsay Hock

Six Ways to Embrace Your Inner Athlete

If you're like me, chances are you have a hard time making your physical health a priority. Life always seems to get in the way, and obligations to your fitness are the first to fall off the list. So how do you embrace your inner athlete, get the most out of your sporting experiences and appreciate the awesome body that lets you do it? Summon your senses, take a risk, be a rookie and reach your fitness goals.

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Mar 29, 2013
11:44 AM
Health

By Lindsay Hock

New Study Underscores the Importance of GoGirlGo! in Urban Neighborhoods

Low-income, minority neighborhoods in U.S. cities are unfortunately more likely to be forgotten places. There, less money is spent on road repair, civic infrastructure or cultural projects than in other parts of town. And this pattern seems to have extended to public parks, with the result that the children who need exercise the most may be less able to get it.

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Mar 15, 2013
04:23 PM
Health

By Lindsay Hock

Midcourse Report Released on 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines

As a part of the Obama administration’s commitment to the health of young Americans, both federal and non-federal stakeholders have expressed a desire for the 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans to be updated on a regular basis. This new midcourse report, Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans Midcourse Report: Strategies to Increase Physical Activity Among Youth, is intended to identify interventions that can help increase physical activity in youth across a variety of settings and was released last week at the Partnership for a Healthier America Summit in Washington, D.C.

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Feb 13, 2013
05:18 PM
Health

By Lindsay Hock

Healthy Heart Tips in Honor of February's American Heart Month

Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death for both U.S. women and men? 42 million Americans suffer from heart disease and it affects -- one in three U.S. women. With 80 percent of its occurrence coming from lifestyle choices, not genetics, heart disease is both preventable and controllable. While the statistics are startling, there are ways to keep heart disease at bay – starting with diet and exercise. What are the alarming numbers and what can you do to make sure your heart is the healthiest it can be? In honor of February’s American Heart Month, we break it down.

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Jan 29, 2013
03:34 PM
Health

By Lindsay Hock

Spotlight On: Starfinder Foundation, 2012 GoGirlGo! Grant Winner

In 2012, the Starfinder Foundation was given a grant from our GoGirlGo! grant program. The money won will fund the third year of the Soccer Girls Rule Program that provides soccer and learning experiences for underserved girls. Girls will enhance their self-confidence, resilience, and self-efficacy; increase their knowledge about physical development, healthy behaviors, and interpersonal relations; and embrace physical activity as a key component of their adolescent lifestyle.

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