Running column: Cross training has many benefits

A lot of runners loathe cross training, while others enjoy their cross-training days. I was always one of those runners who cursed cross training in college.

Avoca native nominated for Marines Corps award

AVOCA -- A former Avoca resident has been nominated for a prestigious military award, for her volunteer efforts and for the development of a fitness group to raise funds and to promote healthy, happy living.

Take the talk test to measure effort

YORK - The talk test is a simple way to measure whether you are doing moderate or vigorous intensity activities.

From ‘Ketosis’ to ‘quota’

Let’s run through the rest of the alphabet to save as our daily reminder. K—Ketosis is a condition in the body when carbohydrates are severely restricted from the diet. When the body uses more fats for energy than carbohydrates, the liver produces substances called ketone bodies. In extreme cases, this normal state of ketosis can deteriorate into ketoacidosis.

How rowing made me a better exerciser

istockphoto On my playlist this morning: Party Rock Anthem by LMFAO What I did: Jogging (45 minutes) I've always been...