Yearly Archives: 2012

In honor of Father’s Day (and Men’s Health Week) we’re offering a special deal on our fitness programs. From now until Sunday, you can visit our Bon Secours In Motion Facebook page and claim a coupon for 10% off any fitness program we offer. For information on locations or for questions about pricing please call […]READ MORE

Parents worried about their children developing diabetes or cardiovascular disease may want to add more fiber to family meals. New research shows that adolescents who don’t eat enough fiber carry too much belly fat and have higher levels of inflammatory factors in their blood – two risk factors for heart disease and diabetes, according to […]READ MORE

Competing in fitness activities and continuing exercise routines is one of the best things an elderly individual can do for his or her health. The goal of exercise is to help individuals build and maintain muscle mass. When seniors stop exercising their muscles atrophy from under-use. There’s very good evidence that at any age (even […]READ MORE

According to the Bureau of Labor, physical therapist and physical therapist assistant jobs could both increase by nearly 40% through 2020. This means that the physical therapy industry is preparing for a big boom – and In Motion is already growing to meet the region’s demands for therapy. One of the great things about physical […]READ MORE

Next time you head to the gym to burn some calories, go ahead and skip that sugary sports drink. Grab a banana and some water instead. It turns out that the portable snack – a longtime favorite of athletes – is as beneficial as a sports drink. In fact, bananas provide antioxidants you won’t find […]READ MORE

Today’s busy families may not feel they have a moment to spare, but spending time together fosters mental and physical well-being for parents and children alike. Clear space in your schedule for health – together! Active time can be a great bonding experience. Exercising as a group sets a positive example for children and can […]READ MORE

Avoidance is not necessarily a bad thing. I recently invited a friend out to dinner to a Mexican restaurant. A large group of mutual friends are planning to get together after a two-hour fitness fundraiser. We are going to be tired and hungry. But my friend kindly turned me down. And I couldn’t be happier […]READ MORE

Thinking about chocolate? You don’t always have to fight the craving; sometimes the rewards can be more than sweet. Eating more chocolate is linked to a one-third lower risk for heart disease and stroke. How? Chocolate contains compounds called flavonoids, which experts suspect prevent cardiovascular disease by lowering blood pressure, busting up blood clots, and […]READ MORE

Avoidance is not necessarily a bad thing. I recently invited a friend out to dinner to a Mexican restaurant. A large group of mutual friends is planning to get together after a two-hour fitness fundraiser. We are going to be tired and very hungry. But my friend kindly turned me down. And I couldn’t be […]READ MORE

I sent my husband a text yesterday: “Heading to the gym.” He wrote me back within two seconds: “Good for you!” I know what he’s really thinking: “Thank goodness! She’s been so grumpy these past few days. She’s going to feel so much better after a good workout.” And he’s right. I did feel better. […]READ MORE