
The Truth About Boys
The truth about boys is that they are not the same as girls. They just aren't. And that is not anti-feminist or political in any way; it is a biological fact.

Losing to Win
Who better to get people motivated to lose weight, than someone who has lost weight--a lot of a weight and on national television?
Off to the Races
Relay For Life, dates vary based on location. An event for the American Cancer Society, communities organize overnight fundraising walks.

Defeating Flabbus
When your health hinges on finding a way to enjoy exercise, think outside the box.

Fingers and Toes
In the running world, a seemingly endless debate rages--what shoes will maximize your running potential? One camp swears by minimalist running shoes, characterized by being lightweight and having a super thin sole--Vibram Five Finger shoes with the separated toes are the most recognizable minimalist shoes, although many manufacturers make them with a more traditional enclosed toe box. On the other side of the debate are those that argue that runners need more support from their footwear.

Alien Abduction
Paul Lacoste's training camp gave ShaWanda Jacome the confidence to run in this year's Warrior Dash.

The Cruel Mystery
In September 2011, I was diagnosed with lupus, a chronic inflammatory disease that occurs when your body's immune system attacks your own tissues and organs.

Creating Grownup Time
To be a good parent and a good partner, and to boost health and sanity, it is important to find balance in your life.

A Constant Risk
About six months ago, Candace Houston's world went wonky. That's when she learned that her cousin's persistent cough wasn't bronchitis. Instead, the diagnosis was tuberculosis, a highly contagious and potentially lethal lung disease.

The Streets are Alive
To promote healthy living and exercise, downtown Jackson is closing Congress Street and offering activities, music and more.

Miracle Juice
Smoothies blend every part of the fruit or vegetable (or other item) together into a thick concoction. Juicing, on the other hand, extracts only the watery but nutrient-filled juice from the raw materials you put in, leaving behind a husk of sorts--all the dry parts, including the pulp and the peels.

Sit, Jackson
In our rush to meet deadlines, take care of our families and get stuff done, finding the time to do nothing may seem counter-intuitive.