Can you believe that we are nearly half way through 2010? If you are like most of us time is passing quickly and those New Year’s resolutions you made in January are long since forgotten.  But is never too late … read more

4.  Get Up, Get Out, Get Going Making sure your child is getting enough physical activity is a vital part of living healthy. It’s sad to note that today’s youth are described as the most inactive in history! Watching TV, … read more

3. “Ditch the Fizz” Limiting soft drinks in your child’s diet will radically cut down on calories. A Harvard University study of children over the past 15 years revealed that soft-drink consumption is related to the dramatic rise in obesity. … read more

1. Love and Acceptance First of all, let your children know they are loved unconditionally by God and by you. In a society that says otherwise, children need to understand that their self-worth is not wrapped up in how they … read more

If you could give your children a gift that would benefit them for the rest of their lives, more than likely, you would do everything within your power to give them that gift. I know I would! People would be … read more

Question #9: As a woman, how important is a weight-training program? I’m concerned that I will end up looking too “muscley” and masculine. Answer: You know that’s what I thought for a long time. I was concerned about getting too … read more

Question #7: Why is it so important to drink water and how much should I be drinking? Answer: For one thing, it is important to drink water because our bodies are made up primarily of water and we can easily … read more

Question #4: I just can’t get motivated to start exercising. Can I lose weight quickly without hitting the gym? Answer: You can lose weight just by dieting, but the problem with a quick weight-loss diet is this—part of your weight … read more

Over the next few weeks and several posts, Marty answers 10 of the most commonly asked health and fitness questions—questions that you may have even asked before. Question #2: I feel as though I’ve hit a plateau in my weight … read more

As a certified personal trainer, nutritional counselor, author and teacher, Marty Copeland often encounters people struggling with extra weight and poor fitness habits. Marty not only understands their challenges, but she can honestly say, “I’ve been there.” Her passion for … read more