Is stretching really all that important?

I personally think stretching is necessary to increase the flow of energy throughout the body, which has been reinforced in my recent experiences with yoga. In my opinion, stretching is also useful in reducing injuries as it allows you to start your exercise regime in a more flexible state. However, here is a recent story about some researcher who believe that stretching may be less useful in preventing injuries than many of us have been led to believe. This is a pretty revolutionary concept for most of us who have been in the exercise business, but there are still many benefits to stretching which we should all keep in mind as we strive for more complete fitness. Check out the story above for a list of the many benefits of stretching.

Facts about the Swine Flu

Many people have questions about the Swine Flu.
Some of those questions and answers can be found here

Can I die from a missed heart beat?

Almost everybody skips a heart beat every now and then. Here is a good story that tells you if you should be worried or not.

Being healthy is good for Planet Earth too

A recent study from the UK suggests that being healthy is also good for the planet. Read the full story here and contact me anytime when you are ready to get in shape and do something good for Mother Earth as well.

Welcome to Pete's new blog

A lot of people ask me questions about health and fitness, so I am going to start this blog to answer some questions and keep you up to date on the latest news and information from the health and fitness world. Hope you enjoy!