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Longer commutes may steal health and fitness
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Anybody who has a long daily commute knows the frustration of sitting in traffic with nothing to do but wait. Now, a study suggests that long commutes can take away more than just precious time - they also negatively impact your fitness and health.
Previous research has linked longer commutes with obesity. But this new research is believed to be "the first study to show that long commutes can take away from exercise time, explained lead investigator Christine M. Hoehner of Washington University in St. Louis.
Long commutes are associated with "higher weight, lower fitness levels and higher blood pressure, all of which are strong predictors of heart disease, diabetes and some cancers, she said.
One discovery that Hoehner found a little surprising was how being exposed to the daily hassles of traffic can lead to higher chronic stress and higher blood pressure.
Here's how the research was conducted: Scientists studied 4,297 residents from the Dallas-Fort Worth and Austin, Texas, metropolitan areas. They documented their commuting distances, body mass indices, and metabolic risk, including waist circumference, fasting glucose and lipid levels and blood pressure. Participants reported their physical activity for the previous three months.
What did scientists learn? Commuters who said they drove longer distances also reported they took part in less moderate or vigorous physical activity. They had lower cardiorespiratory fitness, greater body mass index, waist circumference, and higher blood pressure.
For a little historical perspective - as obesity rates have increased - so have the number of American commuters and the length of commute times.
Between 1960 and 2000, workers commuting in private vehicles jumped from 41.4 million to 112.7 million, according to theU.S. Department of Transportation. And as suburbs have sprawled across the nation since the 1950s, commuter miles have increased too, along with the time drivers spend sitting behind the wheel. according to theU.S. Census Bureau.
For many commuters, moving closer to work isn't an option but Hoehner said there are solutions that can lead to more exercise.
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Health and Fitness File, May 9
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Aurora Wellness Center
SLEEP DISORDERS: Dr. Mathew Mathai, medical director of the Aurora Sleep Medicine Center, will discuss common sleep disorders and treatment options. Topics include insomnia, restless leg syndrome, narcolepsy and sleep apnea. 6-7:30 p.m. May 22, Aurora Health Center, East Building, 8348 Washington Ave., Mount Pleasant. Free. To register, call (800) 499-5736 or go to http://www.Aurora.org/Events.
Taoist Tai Chi Societyof the United States
TAI CHI BEGINNER CLASSES: Beginner classes last four months, during which students learn the Taoist Tai Chi set, which incorporates stretching and turning within a sequence of movements that improve the health of body, mind and spirit. Diligent practice can reduce tension, improve circulation and balance and increase strength and flexibility. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. Prospective students can attend their first class at no obligation. Monthly fees: $40 adults, $25 seniors. DeKoven Center, assembly hall, 600 21st St. (enter on Wisconsin Avenue side of property). Call (262) 902-0725.
American Red Cross
Classes are held at the American Red Cross, 4521 Taylor Ave., Mount Pleasant. To register, call (888) 733-2767, or go to: http://www.redcross.org.
BABYSITTER TRAINING: This course gives youth ages 11-15 the knowledge and confidence to care for infants and school-age children. 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. May 19. Fee: $85.
FIRST AID TRAINING: The courses in the program teach skills that participants need to know to give immediate care to a suddenly injured or ill person until more advanced medical personnel arrive and take over. 8:30-11:45 a.m. May 23. $70.
Fitness File is published every Wednesday and includes notices of nonprofit fitness and health-related programs. The deadline to submit an announcement is seven days before the desired publication date. Mail information to Fitness File, c/o Diane Collins, 212 Fourth St., Racine, WI 53403; fax to (262) 631-1780; or submit it to the online calendar at http://www.journaltimes.com/calendar and use the Health-and-fitness category.
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Longer commutes may steal health, fitness
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Anybody who has a long daily commute knows the frustration of sitting in traffic with nothing to do but wait. Now, a study suggests that long commutes can take away more than just precious time - they also negatively impact your fitness and health.
Previous research has linked longer commutes with obesity. But this new research is believed to be "the first study to show that long commutes can take away from exercise time," explained lead investigator Christine M. Hoehner of Washington University in St. Louis.
Long commutes are associated with "higher weight, lower fitness levels and higher blood pressure, all of which are strong predictors of heart disease, diabetes and some cancers," she said.
One discovery that Hoehner found a little surprising was how "being exposed to the daily hassles of traffic can lead to higher chronic stress and higher blood pressure."
Here's how the research was conducted: Scientists studied 4,297 residents from the Dallas-Fort Worth and Austin, Texas, metropolitan areas. They documented their commuting distances, body mass indices, and metabolic risk, including waist circumference, fasting glucose and lipid levels and blood pressure. Participants reported their physical activity for the previous three months.
What did scientists learn? Commuters who said they drove longer distances also reported they took part in less moderate or vigorous physical activity. They had lower cardiorespiratory fitness, greater body mass index, waist circumference, and higher blood pressure.
For a little historical perspective - as obesity rates have increased - so have the number of American commuters and the length of commute times.
Between 1960 and 2000, workers commuting in private vehicles jumped from 41.4 million to 112.7 million, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation. And as suburbs have sprawled across the nation since the 1950s, commuter miles have increased too, along with the time drivers spend sitting behind the wheel. according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
For many commuters, moving closer to work isn't an option but Hoehner said there are solutions that can lead to more exercise.
Tennis Legend Martina Navratilova Will Keynote Living at Your Peak, Vail's Interactive Health Event
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VAIL, CO--(Marketwire -05/09/12)- Tennis legend Martina Navratilova will share her unparalleled health and fitness expertise as the keynote speaker at Living at Your Peak (www.livingatyourpeak.org), the Rocky Mountain region's premier interactive wellness experience, the Vail Symposium announced today. The inaugural event, to be held September 13-15, 2012, in Vail, Colo., is the nation's only gathering designed to help health-conscious individuals and influencers discover how to live longer, better and impact the wellbeing of their world.
"You don't need to be an elite athlete to be dedicated to wellness; anyone -- at any age -- can make a commitment to be fit and healthy," said Navratilova. "As AARP's Health and Fitness Ambassador, I have dedicated my time to helping those of us who are 50+ learn to lead healthy, active lives, and I am thrilled to be part of an event that is focused on teaching everyone health, fitness and longevity -- from elite athletes to weekend warriors to individuals just beginning their journey to wellness."
Navratilova is widely considered to be the greatest women's tennis player in the history of the sport. Over the course of a career that spanned an amazing four decades, she amassed an unmatched number of professional records. She won 59 grand slam titles, including a record nine Wimbledon singles championships. Still in phenomenal shape on the verge of 50, she became the oldest player to ever win a grand slam title before retiring in 2006.
In addition to her work on the tennis court, Navratilova is a compelling advocate for active living and aggressive goal setting. Her book, Shape Your Self, is a guide to personal fitness and healthy living. She has motivated thousands to live healthier lifestyles by taking simple steps to a better life. She also serves as the health and fitness ambassador for AARP, in an alliance created to help AARP's millions of members lead active, healthy lives.
"Martina Navratilova is not only a legend in the tennis world, she is also an inspiration to anyone with a commitment to lifelong wellness," said Jamie Stone, Living at Your Peak event champion and a board member of the Vail Symposium. "Her presence at Living at Your Peak elevates this event to the next level, enabling our guests to have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to interact with a world-class health and fitness expert."
Living at Your Peak is an interactive health, fitness and longevity experience offering unparalleled access to accomplished world champions; internationally recognized trainers, coaches, researchers and doctors; top chefs, nutritionists and world-class restaurants; and peer networking opportunities. Living at Your Peak sessions will offer interactive components to engage guests beyond a traditional presentation environment. Jenna Wolfe, co-anchor of NBC News' Sunday TODAY show, will emcee the event.
Registration is $1,000 until June 30 and $1,200 beginning July 1, and includes priority access to event sessions, event coordination with a personal concierge, exclusive access to VIP events and gourmet meals prepared by Vail's internationally renowned chefs. Spouse passes are $300 and individual session fees start at $50 per session.
The event is organized by the Vail Symposium, a grassroots, non-profit organization providing thought-provoking, diverse and affordable educational programs to the Vail Valley community. Event sponsors include Vail Valley Medical Center, HealthONE, the Town of Vail, The Steadman Clinic, Vail Summit Orthopedics, Triumph Development, the Vail Daily, Antlers at Vail, Vitality Center, Udi's, The Biegler Foundation, Colorado Access and Wendy and Paul Raether.
For more information about Living at Your Peak or to register, please visit http://www.livingatyourpeak.org.
About Living at Your PeakLiving at Your Peak is a two-and-a-half day summit designed to help individuals learn how to live longer, better and influence positive change in the wellbeing of the world around them. The event is designed to promote lifelong health and fitness through customized experiences in an intimate setting. Program presenters are proven experts and peak performers in the fields of fitness, nutrition, cognitive and emotional wellbeing, preventive medicine and cutting-edge research. Living at Your Peak is organized by the Vail Symposium. For more information, please visit http://www.livingatyourpeak.org, like us on Facebook at facebook.com/LivingatYourPeak, follow us on twitter at @LivingaturPeak or follow us on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/company/living-at-your-peak.
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Health and Fitness Jobs: What You Need, Where to Go, and What You'll Pay
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Whether youre a professional marathoner or you only get off the couch for a chip run, its hard to overlook the growing interest in health and fitness issues in the U.S.
With more Americans taking a proactive role in their health, careers in the health and fitness sectors are experiencing unprecedented growth.
In the last five years, Ive seen trainers and athletic coaches grow their businesses by 500%, says John Romaniello, author of Final Phase Fat Loss and founder of Roman Fitness Systems in New York City.
Ten years ago, Romaniello says personal trainers were paid around $75 an hour to train one person. Today, theres been a shift in training methods and many instructors now take on four clients per hour at $60 each. Additionally, things like bootcamps, outdoor group classes with up to 40 people, are also big money-makers for fitness pros.
Today, instructors are making $240 an hour, but the clients are happy, too, because theyre paying less overall, says Romaniello. With bootcamps, you can charge 30 people $20 per class without the overhead of a studio rental, and all of a sudden youre making $600 an hour.
For those interested in pursuing a career in health and fitness fields, Todd Galati, spokesperson for the American Council on Exercise, says the current environment makes for an easy transition.
Public awareness is up that fitness is not only for the fit, says Galati. Fitness professionals aren't just working in gyms. Its going to be a solid growth industry over the next 10 years.
Fitness careers are also expanding online, according to Jake Steinfled, owner of the Body By Jake franchise and chair of the National Foundation for Governors Fitness Councils.
The change thats happening in the industry has to do with education and the fact that more people interested in getting in shape now have access to a professional, says Steinfeld. People are very private and a gym can be a very intimidating place if you are not in shape and not feeling good about yourself. Thankfully, more people are turning to the web to get their personal training sessions virtually.
Steinfled launched online fitness hub FitOrbit.com in 2009, and now employs more than 400 personal trainers all over the country that work with thousands of clients each month from the comfort of their bedrooms or living rooms.
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Industry Veteran John Rowe Joins Retirement Plan, Governance and Investment Consulting Firm
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MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
DCAdvisors, a retirement plan, investment strategy and plan governance consulting firm announced that industry veteran John Rowe has joined their client consulting group as well as the firms leadership team.
Mr. Rowe has served in a variety of market-facing roles throughout his distinguished 30-year career. His professional experience includes senior leadership roles in business development, client management and product development while working at American Express (now Ameriprise), Merrill Lynch, Genworth and MetLife. He is a frequent speaker at industry events and is a recognized expert in the use of lifetime income solutions within target risk and target date investment strategies.
DCAdvisors Managing Director Dan Esch stated, More than ever, corporate executives and retirement plan committees need objective guidance regarding their fiduciary responsibilities. Johns experience with institutional investments and his industry knowledge will be immensely valuable to our clients as we advise retirement plan sponsors on the new 408(b)(2) and 404(a)(5) fee transparency requirements, design appropriate risk mitigation strategies, and deliver enhanced service provider and investment menu benchmarking services.
Mr. Rowe served as a trustee for the Minnesota Zoo Foundation from 2003 to 2007 and as Board Chair from 2007 to 2009. Additionally, he served in a leadership capacity during the 2002 and 2009 PGA Championships held at Hazeltine National Golf Club in Chaska, MN and plans to serve in a similar capacity at the Ryder Cup Matches scheduled in 2016.
Mr. Rowe is a native of Kokomo, IN. He received a degree as Bachelor of Science (Finance and Economics) from Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana in 1982. He and his wife Julie have lived in the Twin Cities since 1990 and have two grown children.
About DCAdvisors: DCAdvisors helps companies meet their retirement plan fiduciary responsibilities by providing plan design expertise, unbiased investment recommendations and comprehensive plan governance services to mid and large retirement plan sponsors across the U.S. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the firm prides itself on its independence and its reputation for passion, commitment and integrity.
DCAdvisors is a registered investment advisor, founded in 1994.
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