Mark PearsonJan 12 min21 Reasons to Stick with Your Fitness Commitment in ‘21Whether you made a resolution to get fit or just renewed your commitment to exercise and eat right, we’re here to keep you going througho...
Mark PearsonDec 22, 20201 minScience Proves It: More Exercise Means Less Risk of Heart DiseaseA scientific study shows something we’ve believed here for a long time: Physical activity is good for your heart, no matter what your age...
Mark PearsonDec 15, 20202 minDon’t Let Chain Restaurants Kill Your DietDo you ever find yourself without healthy options for eating out? It's hard when you're driving and see only fast-food restaurants. If yo...
Mark PearsonDec 14, 20202 min10 Tips for a Healthy HolidayWhat a year! Too bad we can’t just snap our fingers and enjoy a “normal” holiday season, right? Well, 2020’s unique circumstances can bri...
Mark PearsonDec 14, 20201 minChoose Healthy Foods to Stay StrongIt’s important to remember the basics of good nutrition as we mature. Our bodies change. So do our lifestyles and desires. Here are a few...
Mark PearsonDec 12, 20201 minHealthy Recipe: Brussels Sprouts and Cauliflower Slaw With OrangesThis sunny, slaw-like salad of thinly sliced Brussels sprouts and riced cauliflower is brightened with juicy orange segments and tossed i...
Mark PearsonDec 11, 20202 minStay Aware of Your Changing Nutrition NeedsHave you noticed that the older you get, the harder it is to stay at a proper weight? Or, has your doctor told you to change your diet be...
Mark PearsonDec 10, 20202 minGift Guide: How to Encourage Fitness over 50Shopping will be different this holiday season – just like everything else this year, right? But we can still have fun in choosing gifts ...
Mark PearsonNov 24, 20202 minUsing Time in the Pandemic to Get in Better ShapeBy Jay Croft of Prime Fit Content and featuring our very own Coach Mark How have you spent this time during the pandemic to advance your ...
Mark PearsonNov 14, 20201 minHealthy Recipe, Chopped Mexican Salad with LimeA citrus marinade brings the vegetables to life. Serve this salad as a side dish or as an entree. From The American Diabetes Association’...
Mark PearsonNov 13, 20201 minHere’s Why We Need to Lift Weights Later in LifeLet’s talk about muscles and why you need to work yours on a regular basis. No, we are not talking about body-building. We are talking ab...
Mark PearsonNov 12, 20201 minA Plate of Food = How Much Exercise?Here’s some information to help you plan a healthy holiday season. The Calorie Control Council says we can easily consume 4,500 at a big-...
Mark PearsonNov 12, 20202 minHealthy Choices Always Beat the Bogus ‘Shortcuts’Hey, have you heard about the new miracle fat-loss product? It’s a special tea. Or a lollipop. Or a rubber vest you zip tight around your...
Mark PearsonNov 12, 20202 minHealthy Recipe, Ham and Veggie Breakfast BakeThis satisfying but healthy hot-breakfast dish will warm up a chilly winter morning. From Publix. INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup green bell pepper, ...
Mark PearsonNov 11, 20201 minPancreatic Cancer: Age, Exercise and Other FactorsPancreatic cancer has made too many headlines in 2020, most recently by claiming beloved TV host Alex Trebek of “Jeopardy!” fame. Earlier...
Mark PearsonNov 11, 20201 minQ: What’s The Biggest Muscle In Your Body?Quick question: What’s the biggest muscle in your body? Chest? Biceps? Brain? Nope. It’s the gluteus maximum, also known as the glutes, a...
Mark PearsonNov 11, 20201 minHealthy Recipe, Corn, Tomato & Avocado SaladGrab that can of chickpeas from the pantry, fresh cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, refreshing cucumbers, all your favorite herbs, feta cheese...
Mark PearsonNov 10, 20202 minSet Your Self-Care Goals Now for the Busy Holiday SeasonAre you taking care of yourself? We don’t mean just exercising and eating right – although those are truly important to your health and w...
Mark PearsonNov 10, 20202 minHealthy Recipe, Asian Turkey SlidersLoaded with protein and veggies, these Southeast Asian-inspired sliders are perfect for a hungry crowd. Be sure to buy regular ground tur...
Mark PearsonNov 9, 20202 minIntense Training Works Wonders for Older People, Large Study FindsHow hard do you like to exercise? Some people over 50 think a leisurely stroll is good enough. Others turn up the intensity to get a good...