How to avoid the medical tent at your next race
Here are tips from a doctor on avoiding injuries and ailments during long-distance races.
Exercise and Fitness
Your body craves exercise—activities that get your blood flowing, strengthen your muscles and stay flexible. Given the numerous benefits of exercise and staying fit, it’s no wonder.
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Why watch the condition of your shoes and tips on how to make them last
Even the best shoes don't last forever. How to tell when you need a new pair. -
How to master the mental art of running
Use these 9 tips from a doctor to set the right mindset for race day. -
5 tips for setting realistic health goals in 2026
Ready to adopt better habits? Here’s how to plan for your success. -
Try indoor workouts to boost winter wellness
Consider these activities you can do when it's cold, wet and dark outside. -
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Getting out in the woods? Stay safe with these 6 tips
Keep your next hike or campout memorable for the right reasons. -
It's sandals season: Here's how to keep your feet in tip top shape
Summer is here. Use these tips to make sure your feet are ready for action. -
Essential numbers to know for Men's Health Month
8 tips to improve or maintain your health. -
Ice pack, sauna or warm bath?
How to soothe muscles using heat or cold therapy. -
These spine-friendly exercises could be the secret to better posture
Learn what you can do to give your back the support it needs. -
Book sports physicals now to beat the back-to-school rush
Important things to keep in mind for your young athletes. -
5 tips to put you back in the race
You don’t have to let diabetes or other condition sideline your race goals. -
Common orthopedic concerns: when to see the doctor
Many things can affect your bones, joints and muscles. -
Training for a competitive run or walk?
Here's how to lower the chance of injury in colder weather. -
Fueling your race: What to eat before, during and after a marathon
A PeaceHealth dietitian offers some dos and don'ts. -
Take it easy: 9 Tips for protecting your joints while exercising
How to keep your joints healthy as you work out. -
Chronic Back Pain: What you can do to find relief and care
If you have chronic back pain, here are some options to explore. -
9 things to keep in mind when training for a marathon
A how-to guide to running a marathon for beginners. -
What your body is telling you when you work out
Your body is giving you clues into how it feels when you work out. -
Avoid heat-related Illnesses while exercising outdoors
Even moderate amounts of physical exertion in warmer weather can result in heat exhaustion -
Daily 5-2-1-0: Move your body for 1 hour
Just 60 minutes of any kind of movement can do wonders for kids’ health. -
Music can boost your fitness outcomes
Listen to music selected by Svetlana Kotova, MD. -
Help kids build healthier habits now with 5-2-1-0
Pediatricians encourage parents to use the 5-2-1-0 approach to help children build daily health habits. Here’s why.
