Nutrition & Exercise

When it comes to champions in the sport of running, most running nerds will immediately think of big-league names like Emma Coburn, Galen Rupp, the infamous Steve Prefontaine--the list goes on. It’s common to think that these stars emerge from far...

Franciscan Health Michigan City, in cooperation with Bolt for the Heart, the City of Michigan City, the Michigan City Parks Department and the Play For Jake Foundation, invites area runners and walkers to the inaugural Bolt for the Heart Family 5K on...

Breakfast anyone?  La Porte Hospital offers a free, monthly breakfast program for all.  Space is limited so registration required.   The programs are part of La Porte Hospital’s HealthPorte program which was created to provide health...

Many research studies show walking to be among the most convenient and effective forms of regular exercise when it comes to overall fitness. If you are looking for a way to kick start your day or want to create a habit of daily exercise, La Porte...

Members of the media are invited to the first of a series of classes on preparing healthy meals being held in a new mobile kitchen facility that was made possible by a grant from the Duneland Health Council. Weather permitting, Chef Erik Tannehill...

Wheeler High School track athlete Emma Hellwege had always been told she had talent. From the time she started running as a 6th grader, her coaches noticed she had a gift, and couldn’t wait to coach her up into the high school level. This year,...

Methodist Hospitals Food Services Department will once again be offering a series of Farmer’s Markets to promote nutrition and enhance the availability of fresh produce to the Gary and surrounding communities. The Farmer’s Market will be held on...

If you like a challenge and enjoy the water, the new GlideFit CardioWave “floating fitness” workout is designed especially for you. During a 55-minute session at Community Hospital Fitness Pointe, participants stand on workout boards similar to...

With finals week either already here or fast approaching for college students across the nation, stress levels are at an all-time high. Many students turn to caffeine to get them through these final days of the semester, pulling all-nighters and...

A pot, some soil, water, and a handful of seeds can turn into a sustainable source of healthy, convenient food on a budget. On Wednesday, St. Catherine Hospital partnered with a Lake County Master Gardener and Purdue Extension wellness coordinator...