For a longer life, move around every 30 minutes.

In a culture of near constant distractions, focus can be elusive. But there are ways to improve your concentration. Turn

Trimming down has more benefits than just a lower number on a scale.  Let’s face it: American culture has turned

Discover the stress reducing, health inducing power of Tai Chi and Yoga. It’s one thing to take vacation and put

As summer heats up, nothing beats water to keep you hydrated and cool, and to boost your well-being. Here in

Four great activities to add to your summer fitness plan and amp up the calorie burn.  The good kind of

In celebration of National Bike Month, Roper St. Francis rolls out some tips for safe riding, and hopes readers will

While summer may be just around the corner, you still have time to do some spring cleaning. From household allergens

In a world where we’re all working to be smarter, fitter and wealthier, science shows a surprising place where we

Tennis player, Shelby Rogers discusses the importance of stretching before exercise and shares tips to keep you in good health. 

In part 3 of a 3 part series, Roper St. Francis podiatrist Dr. Jeff Armstrong provides recommendations for maintaining your

In part 2 of a 3 part series, Roper St. Francis podiatrist Dr. Jeff Armstrong provides recommendations for Bridge Run

Dr. Valerie Scott with Roper St. Francis Physician Partners discusses the benefits of fitness trackers and how they work.

Roper St. Francis Healthcare podiatrist Dr. Jeff Armstrong offers a 3-part series to help you meet your Bridge Run goals.

Between winter’s chill and short days, it can be hard to get motivated to exercise. Plus, the body just seems

Kristy Mills is one of the 600-some Roper St. Francis teammates who have recently moved into new, airy and bright

Sleep is essential for good health. Sleep deprivation can lead to various health problems. Eating a satisfying snack before bedtime

Hormones sometimes get a bad rap. When things in our body aren’t working just right we have a tendency to

The good news? The days are getting warmer and longer. The bad news? With the upcoming shift to Daylight Savings

Day to day life stressors have the ability to take a toll on our emotional and physical well-being. When the

Yoga is a discipline practiced for health and relaxation. It includes breath control, simple meditation and specific body postures. The

If you’ve been a couch potato too long you are probably wondering how you can possibly get into shape. Don’t

Exercise has a negative connotation so let’s think positive and call it activity, which is so much more pleasant. Incorporating

The word should is toxic. We all believe we can accomplish more (we should do this and should do that)