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You already know that playing sports helps keep you fit. You also know that sports are a fun way to socialize and meet people. But you might not know why the physical you may have to take at the beginning of your sports season is so important. What I...

You already know that playing sports helps keep yo...

If you've ever played competitive sports, you know starting a new season means a lot of hard work and practice. (It's a good thing sports are fun.) It's also normal to feel a little nervous about starting, especially if this is your first season. Her...

If you've ever played competitive sports, you know...

Essential Equipment Did you know that playing tennis with a badly strung racquet while wearing worn-out shoes can be just as dangerous as playing football without shoulder pads? Using the wrong — or improperly fitted — equipment is a major cause of i...

Essential Equipment Did you know that playing tenn...

The most efficient way of slowing down a car or bike isn't by riding straight into a brick wall. The same way you have to gradually slow down either your bike or your car, you need to slow down your body after a workout or exercise: 5-10 minutes of s...

The most efficient way of slowing down a car or bi...

Ben wants to start exercising regularly, but feels dumb asking how. He knows that in order to run or ride a bike he can't just start sprinting or pedaling like a maniac. He needs to prepare his body for these activities, but has heard mixed things ab...

Ben wants to start exercising regularly, but feels...

Most people play a sport for the thrill of having fun with others who share the same interest. But it's not always fun and games. There can be a ton of pressure in high school sports. A lot of the time it comes from the feeling that a parent or coach...

Most people play a sport for the thrill of having ...

You've probably heard countless times how exercise is "good for you." But did you know that it can actually help you feel good, too? Getting the right amount of exercise can rev up your energy levels and even help improve your mood. Rewards and Benef...

You've probably heard countless times how exercise...

Are you looking for a workout program that's easy to learn, requires little or no equipment, and soothes your soul while toning your body? If strengthening your cardiovascular system, toning and stretching your muscles, and improving your mental fitn...

Are you looking for a workout program that's easy ...

Try taking a weekly yoga class or using a yoga DVD to help you learn some yoga poses. There are classes as well as yoga DVDs created especially for teens. You can also incorporate mini-bits of yoga into your daily life to help you manage stressful mo...

Try taking a weekly yoga class or using a yoga DVD...

Lots of people think of yoga as stretching or twisting the body into various impossible-looking pretzel shapes. But yoga is easier than it looks. There are simple poses as well as complicated ones, so there's something for every ability. Yoga require...

Lots of people think of yoga as stretching or twis...

Life can be stressful. For starters, there's your busy schedule — waking up super early for school, studying late at night for tests, juggling sports practice, homework, and meals. It's a lot to balance! Everyday issues can add emotional stress, too ...

Life can be stressful. For starters, there's your ...

During the preschool years, kids go from toddlers who throw tantrums to kids who are more willing to cooperate and want to please their parents. They also want to do things themselves, but are willing to learn from mom and dad. This give-and-take cre...

During the preschool years, kids go from toddlers ...

A Personal Decision Choosing whether to breastfeed or formula feed your baby is one of the first decisions expectant parents will make. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) joins other organizations such as the American Medical Association (AMA),...

A Personal Decision Choosing whether to breastfeed...

Cooking can help young kids learn and practice some basic math concepts and build language skills. And the experience of creating meals with you can help build their self-confidence and lay the foundation for healthy eating habits. It may take a litt...

Cooking can help young kids learn and practice som...

During your baby's first 3 months, breast milk or formula will provide all the nutrition needed. But as your infant develops physically and mentally, the feeding process will evolve. In general, babies move toward consuming more milk during each feed...

During your baby's first 3 months, breast milk or ...

How you feed your newborn is the first nutrition decision you will make for your child. Take a closer look at these guidelines for breastfeeding and bottle feeding so you can make an informed decision. Breast or Bottle? Medical experts recommend brea...

How you feed your newborn is the first nutrition d...

The best drinks for preschoolers — and for kids of all ages — are milk and water. Whenever possible, discourage your kids from drinking soda and other sugary, calorie-dense drinks as thirst-quenchers because water or milk will do the job just as well...

The best drinks for preschoolers — and for kids of...

The kitchen can be a fascinating place for young children. They see grown-ups working briskly in there, watch the steam rise from pots on the stove, and smell what's on the menu that night. Even older kids might be intrigued by how baked goods and me...

The kitchen can be a fascinating place for young c...

You've survived 9 months of pregnancy. You've made it through the excitement of labor and delivery, and now you're ready to head home and begin life with your baby. Once home, though, you frantically realize you have no idea what you're doing!Brushin...

You've survived 9 months of pregnancy. You've made...

About Milk Allergy Almost all infants are fussy at times. But some are excessively fussy because they have an allergy to the protein in cow's milk, which is the basis for most commercial baby formulas. A person of any age can have a milk allergy, but...

About Milk Allergy Almost all infants are fussy at...

Milk and other calcium-rich foods have always been a must-have in kids' diets. After all, calcium is a key building block for strong, healthy bones. But most kids ages 9 to 18 don't get the recommended 1,300 milligrams of calcium per day. That's not ...

Milk and other calcium-rich foods have always been...