Articles by T.J. Hall
Fall into Fitness
Autumn is an excellent time to get active while enjoying time in Michigan's great outdoors. Use these tips to help jumpstart your fall activities.
Podcasts: Your New Favorite Workout Partner
Podcasts are here to stay. Like a book-on-tape, just without the tape, podcasts make an excellent workout diversion. Laugh, cry, learn, sometimes all in the same episode!
Registration for the 2018 Winter Warm Up Couch-to-5k program is Open
Have fun reaching your health goals in 2018 with this free program offered by MSU Moves, the Playmakers Fitness Foundation, and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Is sitting really the new smoking?
How concerned should we be about the time spent seated at work? The answer is nuanced, but one thing is clear: more movement means better health.
Pickleball: Funny Name, Serious Game
Pickleball may be the fastest-growing sport in America. This mix of tennis, badminton and ping-pong is a great workout that rewards player's skill and tact, rather than athleticism. Learn more about the game and how you can participate!
Fitting in Fitness
With a little planning and a shift in perspective, you may find that improved health is closer than you thought. We make the case for the lunchtime workout
Strength Training: Lift Your Way to Better Health
If your workout doesn’t include strength training, you’re missing out. Strength training can ward off age-related muscle loss, keep your bones strong, promote mobility and function, and even help combat depression and cognitive decline.
Take a Hike!
Thinking about ways to get outside, get moving, and improve your health? Lace up those hiking shoes and head for the hills!
A Brief Guide to the Body's Aerobic System
Aerobic exercise is a cornerstone of physical wellness. Learn more about the function of the aerobic system and the role it plays in supporting good health.
Bend, Not Break: The Importance of Maintaining Flexibility
You may not think about it often, but flexibility impacts our everyday lives. Learn more about the physiology of flexibility and why you should consider making stretching part our your routine.
Register for the Blue Cross Winter Warm Up couch-to-5k training program and get moving toward your 2019 fitness goals!
Have fun reaching your health goals in 2019 with this free program offered by MSU Moves, the Playmakers Fitness Foundation, and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Embrace the Elements and Get Outside this Winter
With a little planning and a good attitude, you can stay active outside this winter- and actually enjoy it!
