by Melissa Wogahn | Sep 12, 2015 | Let's Get Going, Research & News
This week the U.S. Surgeon General, VADM Vivek Murthy, MD, unveiled his landmark announcement, “Step it Up: A Call to Action to Promote Walking and Walkable Communities.” In this announcement, Dr. Murthy spoke to business leaders, government representatives and...
by Melissa Wogahn | Aug 13, 2015 | Exercise is Medicine, Research & News
I am often asked why I don’t give as much attention to nutrition issues as I do exercise. While I do occasionally blog and/or speak on nutrition in the news and how it relates to every life choices, I choose to focus on exercise as the cornerstone for change....
by Melissa Wogahn | Jul 24, 2015 | Let's Get Going
I am not an early morning person. I function best when I brew my cup of coffee, read the morning paper and then get going with my day. This morning routine ranks in my top 5 most important rituals. However, when the onslaught of heat, humidity and thunderstorms hit, I...
by Melissa Wogahn | Jul 3, 2015 | Research & News
What is more important for weight loss – diet or exercise? This question continues to plague journalists, researchers and consumers. The question is simple with an answer that is anything but. Like everything else in life, there is a big grey area in which all...
by Melissa Wogahn | Jun 4, 2015 | Let's Get Going
Your employer is offering a wellness program with benefits covering a range of wellness services aimed at weight loss. As you look through the list of qualified providers, you wonder who will be the best match. You have tried numerous times to eat better and exercise...
