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Alzheimer’s disease is one of the biggest fears associated with aging. In addition to typically diminished physical capacity, one suffers debilitating mental and emotional consequences. Being rendered completely dependent on others is dreaded by anyone approaching senior status, which is exactly how this disease presents itself. With exercise, you get a “twofer”—improved physical health and reduced risk for Alzheimer’s …

Although modern Barbie is packaged as a can-do-anything career doll, her perfectly proportioned bombshell image still shouts the same message: Success, adoration, and physical beauty are codependent. Just one example of many, media today continues to emphasize outer beauty. And we continue to hunger for it, sometimes in the most literal (and dangerous) sense …

As a Center member, you recognize the importance of fitness in living your best life. For those who are parents, you want to extend that philosophy to your children. You strive to provide for all their needs—from routine physical exams, to quality education, to entertainment with a social life that’s abuzz at your home. Don’t forget kids’ basic need for exercise, including a little time with the barbells …

Many often dream of stardom. The excitement of the spotlight, an adoring audience, and public idolization sounds lustfully glamorous. Center member Christine Danelson, of the touring cast for Broadway’s hit Hairspray, shares the role fitness plays in the life of a star …

Member William Heard shares insight on a life of obesity and the challenges he is overcoming in his quest for healthy weight. If you’re feeling sluggish or overwhelmed to drop pounds you resolved to lose in 2010, consider this big inspiration …