Sitting can lead to serious health risks + 7 ways to sit less
Tyler Waclawski, employee well-being manager for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says we need to actively reduce sitting so it doesn’t negatively impact our health.
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7 pickleball safety tips you need to know
Benjamin Johnson, exercise specialist for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, outlines precautions that can reduce your risk of getting hurt playing America’s fastest growing sport.
3 walking programs for different ability levels
Tyler Waclawski, a BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee certified exercise physiologist, says walking is a simple and effective exercise that can benefit people of all ability levels. You just have to get started.
8 ways to beat the heat in Tennessee
Summer in Tennessee can feel like a never-ending heat wave. Dr. Chris Andershock shares the dangers of overheating in the hot temperatures and the best ways to avoid it.
Kendra’s story: from couch to half marathon
Kendra Satterwhite shares tips for getting started running, what she learned about training for a half marathon and how to get ready for race day.
Active recovery after exercise can maintain your healthy routine
Tyler Waclawski, a certified exercise physiologist for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, provides some active recovery activities that you can do post-workout that will help you maintain your exercise program.
5 things I learned doing a 5K a month for a year
What did this non-runner learn by completing a 5K every month for 12 months? Here are 5 things Courtney learned.
Fitness 101: your guide to pilates, yoga, and barre
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee certified exercise physiologist Tyler Waclawski says a new exercise routine can help with motivation and keep things from getting stale or repetitive.
Are children getting enough physical activity?
Dr. Audrey Atkins addresses a concerning trend; why parents should encourage kids to play, be active
Real story: keeping pace with asthma
Donna Stoll’s fitness journey started in her 30s. When the weather was nice, she loved to be outdoors. Here’s how she dealt with asthma symptoms that nearly stopped her in her tracks.