Joe Weider, fitness and bodybuilding pioneer, named to California Hall of Fame

Sunday, August 30th, 2009 This past week, fitness leader Joe Weider was named as an inductee in the California Museum "California Hall of Fame." He joins Jack... Keep Reading »

Ted Kennedy, Eunice Kennedy Shriver, and the Kennedy clan's contribution to fitness

Saturday, August 29th, 2009 · 1 comment The deaths of Eunice Kennedy Shriver and Edward 'Teddy' Kennedy have affected all Americans. Wiser pundits have covered the contributions to our... Keep Reading »

Santa Clara County corporate wellness event: Capturing the Value in Worksite Wellness

Corporate (worksite) wellness is increasingly important to the health of workers and employers. Times are stressful, employees are anxious, and yet pressure on employers to cut costs is intense.

A September 9 event being held by the Santa Clara County Public Health department can give you the information you need to measure how health and fitness contributes to the bottom line of your organization.

Go over to the article on San Jose Fitness Examiner for all the info.

Widget to track the flu updates from CDC

Stay fit this flu season by keeping up with the flu information from the CDC. Here's a widget for your blog or web site.

Seasonal Flu Updates

   
   

Little League World Series teaches kids - and parents - important lessons about fitness

Saturday, August 29th, 2009 · 1 comment Out of shape, obese kids? Not at the Little League World Series - the 10-day event that has attracted a 137 percent viewership increase on ESPN2. See... Keep Reading »

Silicon Valley senior centers offer activities, fitness and exercise

Senior centers can be a wealth of opportunity for the fitness-minded. Typically they offer a variety of workout and exercise programs at all levels. Don't be too quick to dismiss them as "places for really old people."

Yes, there are activities for active-minded people in their 70's, 80's and 90's, but there are also a lot of low cost options for people in their 50's and 60's too. And face it, sometimes it's nice to know that a class instructor has been trained to work with "the slightly older body."

Here's a list (send in more if you have them) of centers, most of which have programs for residents and non-residents of that city.

Typically the programs are available to people ages 50+:

Click here for a list of Silicon Valley-area senior centers

Queen Latifah loses weight thanks to Jenny Craig. Have you ever tried Jenny? Vote here

Queen Latifah came out today, talking about her new CD, her guest spot on American Idol, and her weight loss with Jenny Craig. A few days ago, it was Phylicia Rashad. And of course we all remember Valerie Bertinelli and Kirstie Alley. So the question of the day, Have you ever tried Jenny Craig? Click here and let your voice be heard...have you ever tried Jenny Craig?

Everyone's Favorite! Wunderlich Park 10 mile hike RT to Skyline Blvd: 4 hrs

From Bay Area Meetup - sounds great - here's the link: http://www.meetup.com/burnfitness/calendar/11180062/

10 mile hike -

..." one of the most beautiful workouts in the bay area! Its 5 miles up ( and you'll be working) and then 5 fun miles down. The scenery is gorgeous, peaceful, and serene while at the same time, you'll be really getting a great aerobic and anaerobic work out. You'll go to sleep well afterwards too... its better than ambien :)! "

Final wrap up from World Athletic Championships: 3 world records, 9 championship records, 1984 athletes

If you followed any of the truly thrilling events at the 12th IAAF World Championships in Athletics (Berlin) this week, you know it was a remarkable time. Here is a portion of the final news conference:

Speech of President Diack:

Fantastic achievements on the track

“We have all enjoyed a fantastic World Champs which have been notable for confirming the success of athletics at last year’s Olympic Games.

There have been fantastic achievements on the track – and not only Usain Bolt, who may now be the most famous sportsman in the world, not just in athletics – but other World records, Area records and National records.

In summary we gathered 201 territories from all over the world to Berlin 2009:

1984 Athletes – 1086 men and 898 women
3 World records
9 Championship records
8 Area records
57 National records!!!

(For more information from the press conference, go to the IAAF web site.)

YMCA Silicon Valley offers variety of programs, services and exercise for 50+

Sunday, August 23rd, 2009 Active folks over 50 have a great fitness resource available in the YMCA of Silicon Valley. So far as price, convenience, location and year-round...

Miss Universe 2009: fitness and workouts are a constant companion to contestants

Sunday, August 23rd, 2009 When the 58th annual Miss Universe pageant goes live tonight (NBC and Telemundo at 9 pm ET) - it.may be eye-candy television but it represents a lot... Keep Reading »

Celebrity fitness tweets: Katy Perry, Serena Williams, Lance Armstrong

Saturday, August 22nd, 2009 Venus Williams, Serena Williams, Lance Armstrong, Katy Perry -- yep, they are all out there in the Twittersphere. It seemed like a great way to waste... Keep Reading »

Wish List Jersey Project: Got2Give uses cycling, walking jersey as fund-raiser for charities

Friday, August 21st, 2009 Got2Give, a small Texas non-profit, is raising awareness among sports-minded folks that everyone has something to give: time, money, expertise, love.... Keep Reading »

Usain Bolt 19.19 video - new world record

Here they are - for my friends who love speed - a 2 minute and a 5 minute video of Usain Bolt breaking his own world record. Be sure to go to San Jose Fitness Examiner and read Usain Bolt Workout.

San Jose Rock n' Roll Half Marathon and Expo - Jonny Lang to headline

Monday, August 17th, 2009 The Rock 'n' Roll San Jose Half Marathon takes place October 4, 2009 -- and the health and fitness Expo that accompanies this popular race... Keep Reading »

Chris Carmichael, personal trainer to Lance Armstrong, speaks in San Jose August 20

Lance Armstrong coach Chris Carmichael is speaking in San Jose tomorrow at the Tech Museum of Innovation. Hosted by The Churchill Club and San Jose... Keep Reading »

Is Victoria Beckham, Posh Spice, too skinny for American tastes? Idol execs fear it may be so.

Sunday, August 16th, 2009 · 2 comments Victoria Beckham has landed a plenty posh deal with American Idol - close to $5 million. But according to the Daily Mail, "[execs at] Fox are... Keep Reading »

Marathon training - the ice bath. Running for a cause means learning runners' tips and tricks

Sunday, August 16th, 2009 Other Running for a Cause articles: The fundraising challenge Remember why you're running Team in Training preps runners... Keep Reading »

Silicon Valley fitness programs for the 50+ set

Saturday, August 15th, 2009 With the sad demise of the Osher Institute at San Jose State University, readers have asked what fitness activities are available for the 50 set in... Keep Reading »

StrikeForce: Gina Carano vs Cyborg. Fast, fierce competitors define new level of fitness for females

Saturday, August 15th, 2009 Gina Carano is fighting Cris "Cyborg" Santos ...two females headlining a ticket, ShowTime coverage, dozens of videos floating around the... Keep Reading »

California wildfires: Yes, they affect your fitness routine and your health.

Saturday, August 15th, 2009 The current wildfires in the Santa Cruz mountains are polluting the air throughout Silicon Valley - and yes, this can have a major impact on your... Keep Reading »

Carano vs Cyborg: don't dismiss Cyborg. She's fit, fierce and fiery

Saturday, August 15th, 2009 The media and attention for tonight's Carano vs Cristiane "Cyborg" Santos MMA match-up here in San Jose is slanted heavily to the... Keep Reading »

California wildfires: Yes, they affect your fitness routine and your health.

Saturday, August 15th, 2009 The current wildfires in the Santa Cruz mountains are polluting the air throughout Silicon Valley - and yes, this can have a major impact on your... Keep Reading »

Gina Carano prep for StrikeForce San Jose

For fitness folks who don't know Gina Carano already, first check out this brief overview, "The incredible Gina Carano" about the MMA superstar who will be in San Jose August 15.

There's a video on that article interviewing both Carano and her trainer, who actually had her cut back on her workouts in preparation for the StrikeForce battle with Cris "Cyborg" Santo.

Here are two more videos that show why she's such a fearsome competitor.

The incredible Gina Carano here in San Jose - this is more than fitness, this is fierce

Friday, August 14th, 2009 The amazing super-woman of MMA, Gina Carano is here in San Jose. In one of the most anticipated match-ups of MMA ( Mixed Martial Arts for the... Keep Reading »

City of San Jose fall activity classes registration opens August 15

Friday, August 14th, 2009 With thousands of classes in the Fall, 2009 Citywide Activity Guide offered by the City of San Jose Parks, Recreation & Neighborhood department,... Keep Reading »

Cabrillo College wins MetLife award for innovative caregiving training programs

Friday, August 14th, 2009 Cabrillo College in Aptos, California was one of 15 community colleges named today as recipients of a $20,000 grant for caregiver training programs... Keep Reading »

City of San Jose hosting community meeting about Coyote Creek Trail - join the discussion

Tuesday, August 11th, 2009 The City of San Jose is hosting a second community meeting about the Coyote Creek Trail. Issues raised in the first meeting will be addressed, and... Keep Reading »

Perseid Meteor Shower brings opportunity for special focus on fitness and exercise

Tuesday, August 11th, 2009 It's August - which means the spectacular "Tears of St. Lawrence" (officially known as the Perseid Meteor Shower) - is here. Peak viewing is Tuesday and Wednesday nights (early morning viewing on the 12th and 13th) - Midnight to 5 a.m. Here in San Jose, there are two nights of viewing. In the Rose Garden and other inner city areas there is too much light, but there are ample hills around the area where you can get away from the glare of city lights - even if you want to take care since it IS the middle of the night. Keep Reading »

Running for a cause: as part of your marathon training, remember why you're doing it

Monday, August 10th, 2009 Why do Americans run, walk, bike and swim at thousands of fitness events every year?  The fun, friendship, and exercise are only part of the... Keep Reading »

G. I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra fitness tidbits. Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje (Heavy Duty) says it was like training for the Olympics

Sunday, August 9th, 2009 Preparing for G I Joe: The Rise of Cobra was an elaborate fitness routine on so many fronts: hey, it's not easy being an action hero. Rachel Nichols... Keep Reading »

G I Joe's Sienna Miller: biked, boxed, and worked with weights to become Baroness

Saturday, August 8th, 2009   To play the Baroness in G. I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra, the lovely Sienna Miller had to  reshape her body. Miller has been referred to as... Keep Reading »

Northern California Bike MS: Waves to Wine September 12 - 13

Saturday, August 8th, 2009 Bike MS Waves to Wine,  is almost here.  Get in gear now to join this great cycling event sponsored by  National Multiple Sclerosis... Keep Reading »

SiliconValley cyclists: Great training tips from BikeMS: Waves to Wine

Saturday, August 8th, 2009  Has the Tour de France inspired you to dust off the old bike and get fit to hit the road? Here are great training and fitness tips for cyclists.... Keep Reading »

G I Joe: The Rise of Cobra. Rachel Nichols' "Action Hero Babe" workout helped make Scarlett O'Hara believable

Saturday, August 8th, 2009 The lovely 29-year-old Rachel Nichols wanted to add some muscle for G. I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra.  The balance, according to trainer Valerie... Keep Reading »

St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols inks endorsement for OhYeah! Protein Shakes and Bars

Saturday, August 8th, 2009 Fans of two-time National League MVP Albert Pujols will want to scope out the super-sportsman's latest sponsor, OhYeah! Protein Shakes and Bars. ISS... Keep Reading »

Fitness news: Kelly Clarkson Photoshopped, Jessica Alba cried thru workout, Sherri Shepherd wows 'em

Friday, August 7th, 2009 · 2 comments Sanity reigned this week in fitness:  Kelly Clarkson, Jessica Alba, Sherri Shepherd all came out with the message, "Hey, I am who I am, and... Keep Reading »

Jay Leno starts show 12 pounds lighter but with heavyweight guests: Rhinna, Kanye West, Jay-Z

Thursday, August 6th, 2009 When the Jay Leno Show kicks of September 14, he'll be newly slimmed down - by 12 pounds or so. All the better to keep up with his guests, R&B... Keep Reading »

Over 65? Exercise, even moderate, improves quality of life and longevity

Over 65? Exercise, even moderate, improves quality of life and longevity Thursday, August 6th, 2009 · 2 comments Exercise doesn't stop the aging process - but in most cases, it makes aging healthier and more comfortable. In addition to talking to your doctor,... Keep Reading »

Muscles - the ultimate self-tuning organs. An excerpt from Your Body: the Missing Manual

Wednesday, August 5th, 2009 Muscles are the ultimate self-tuning organs.  If you don't give them anything useful to do, they shrink.  So says Matthew MacDonald in his... Keep Reading »

Celebrity fitness trainer Rocco Castellana coming to San Jose

Tuesday, August 4th, 2009 Participants at the lifeSport Fitness early morning boot camp are about to experience a workout they'll never forget when celebrity fitness...

Silicon Valley Fitness Calendar - August, 2009

Sunday, August 2nd, 2009 August looks like a light month for activities - maybe it's just too hot, or folks are busy getting ready for back to school.  In any case, it's... Keep Reading »

Learn to burn more calories in less time at Lucy's (Santana Row) free workout August 7

Saturday, August 1st, 2009 Local fitness pro and CEO of lifeSport fitness, Becky Williamson, is teaching a free class - actually an instructional workout - Friday August 7 over... Keep Reading »

NFL training camp fitness: Bill's Trent Edwards uses offseason to workout and improve

Saturday, August 1st, 2009 Part 2 of a report taking a glimpse at the fitness levels in this year's NFL training camps.  Check out part 1: Patriots, Lions, Eagles and... Keep Reading »

NFL training camp fitness: Patriots, Lions, Eagles, and the NFL's secret training camp

Saturday, August 1st, 2009 Reports from around the net about the fitness conditions and conditioning at the NFL training camps. Patriots quarterback Tom Brady's work on his... Keep Reading »