Topics: University Fitness Center

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The Medical Minute: Healthy eating over the holidays

Dec 18, 2019

Between bountiful buffets and “food-pushing relatives,” the winter holidays hold landmines for those trying to eat healthy. Check out these tips for navigating the holiday eating scene.

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The Medical Minute: How to discuss family health history with children

Nov 13, 2019

Parents spend hours planning to talk with their children about the “birds and bees.” But moms and dads often ignore an equally important conversation—discussing their family’s overall health history.

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Exercise can now be prescribed like medicine for people with and beyond cancer

Oct 16, 2019

It’s well known that exercise is good for preventing and treating many forms of heart disease, but less commonly known are the benefits of physical activity for people living with and beyond cancer. A new initiative called Moving Through Cancer -- led by Kathryn Schmitz, professor of public health sciences at Penn State College of Medicine, and an international team of health practitioners and researchers -- is hoping to change that.

A woman is seen using a piece of weight-training equipment at Penn State Health's University Fitness Center in Hershey, PA.

Fitness center exercise physiologist offers fall fitness tips

Sep 27, 2019

John Drop, exercise physiologist at University Fitness Center on the campus of Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and Penn State College of Medicine, shares advice for fall fitness routines.

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University Fitness Center offers Parkinson’s disease fitness class

Sep 27, 2019

University Fitness Center offers a free fitness class for those with Parkinson's disease. Fitness center membership and registration are not required.

A Pilates reformer is seen in the Pilates studio at University Fitness Center. The Stott Pilates name is seen on the handles that are pulled.

Fitness center welcomes new Pilates instructor

Sep 27, 2019

Stacey Mackes has joined the University Fitness Center staff, providing private Pilates instruction.

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The Medical Minute: Four reasons to focus on family health and fitness

Sep 11, 2019

Many people think about ways to stay physically fit as individuals. But what about creating a health and fitness plan for the entire family?

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University Fitness Center reminders

Sep 1, 2019

Those who use University Fitness Center are asked to keep in mind these rules about etiquette and safety.

A woman in running tights and a light jacket kneels to tie her left shoe. She is on a paved walking path bordered by grass, and a person and dog are in the background, out of focus. A smart phone is strapped to the woman’s left arm, and she has ear buds in.

The Medical Minute: Keep your bones strong at every age

Aug 14, 2019

For each stage of life, you should take different steps to protect your bones. A Penn State Sports Medicine doctor helps you bone up on bone health.

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The Medical Minute: Choosing proper footwear for pain-free running

Jul 24, 2019

Warm, sunny days inspire many people to throw on the nearest pair of sneakers and head outdoors for a run. But choose carefully. Running shoes should provide the proper foot support to prevent injury.

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