Articles About fitness
APR 08, 20227 tips to help you stick with a workout routine
If you’ve decided to start a workout routine, congratulations. You’ve already taken the first step. Staying active can improve both physical and mental health, so exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle.1 But sticking with a new routine can be difficult. ... Read More >
DEC 08, 2021Add more activity to your day without changing your routine
This may come as no surprise, but staying active can help both your physical and mental health. It can improve your heart health, strengthen muscles and bones, boost your mood, and reduce stress. Based on current guidelines, you should aim for at least 30 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise a day, or 150 minutes of exercise a week. But finding time to fit workouts into your daily routine can be difficult. ... Read More >
JAN 14, 20217 simple exercises you can do at home
It’s no secret that exercise is good for you. But it’s not always easy to know where to begin — or how to avoid injury-causing exercise mistakes. Whether your neck and back are sore from working from home or you’re simply spending too much time on the couch, it’s important to find an exercise routine that keeps your body safe. ... Read More >
JAN 02, 2020Need a new workout? Here are 4 ideas to try today.
It’s easy to find excuses why not to exercise — I don’t have time. I’m too tired. — even though we know it’s good for us. According to the National Institutes of Health, regular exercise is one of the best things you can do for your health. It can improve your overall physical fitness and reduce your risk for many conditions, including depression.1 ... Read More >
DEC 11, 2018Earn a $200 fitness reward in Hawaii
A gym membership can be a great resource for staying active, but having one can also be expensive — especially if you’re on a budget. If you’re looking to stay fit while saving money, check out Kaiser Permanente Fit Rewards, our gym membership program for Hawaii members. It’s a great way to be kind to your body and your wallet. ... Read More >
DEC 11, 2018Start fresh — your month-by-month guide for a great 2019
It’s a new year — and the perfect time to turn over a new leaf. But New Year’s resolutions are often short-lived, sometimes producing more guilt than results. ... Read More >
DEC 11, 20185 ways to get fit with your family
If you make a resolution to get more active in the new year, be sure to include the whole family. ... Read More >
NOV 07, 2018How to keep exercising — even in winter
Less daylight, more nighttime. Colder temperatures. Rain, snow, and ice. The instinct to hibernate. ... Read More >
JUL 17, 2018Steps you can take to fight childhood obesity in the Mid-Atlantic States
With childhood obesity posing a serious problem in the United States, America’s children are especially vulnerable to serious health conditions such as heart disease, cancer, high blood pressure, and asthma. This is why healthy lifestyle support and help with weight management — when appropriate — are a key part of the preventive care your child will get from Kaiser Permanente’s award-winning pediatric team in the Mid-Atlantic States. ... Read More >
MAY 08, 2018Making time: tips to help you work in your workout
You’ve probably heard it many times: fitness should be an essential part of your day, just like eating and sleeping. But when life gets busy, it can be hard to find the time for exercise. Here are some simple ways you can work more movement into your daily routine, along with scheduling tips and ideas for making the most of a mini-workout. ... Read More >
