It has been two weeks since a governor’s order closed all gyms in Louisiana in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19. Blount, like other gym owners across the state, has been faced with the same problem: keeping members fit while locked out of the gym.
Many physical therapy clinics are still open and treating patients recovering from surgery, but therapists also want to encourage people to stay active at home.
In January, it’s gyms that see the rush as millions resolve to get off the couch and onto the treadmill, but by February, many end up in physical therapy dealing with workout injuries.
Proceeds from the race go towards supporting the Academies of Finance, Health Science and Information Technology. The money goes towards professional development for teachers, supplies for students, and work-based learning initiatives inclusive of internships.
The mayor’s community-wide, free Fitness Stroll event, which was originally scheduled for Jan. 11, but was canceled due to severe weather, has now been rescheduled.
Do you love eating king cake during Mardi Gras, but made a New Year’s resolution to eat healthier? This king cake from Ochsner may be just the thing you need.
If you’re wanting to show thanks to your family this year, be sure to include healthier side dishes during your Thanksgiving dinner. Ochsner’s Eat Fit BR makes finding healthy recipes easy using their free mobile app.
Louisiana State University students will have a new way of getting around campus this fall. Gotcha will be introducing its fleet of pedal assist bicycles to Baton Rouge July 11 with about 50 locations around the city.
On Monday, June 17, 103-year-old Julia “Hurricane” Hawkins a Baton Rouge native set a new record for the Senior Games in the 50 meter dash in the Women’s 100 plus division.
On July 15, Walker Higgins, 37, Derek Dowell, 36, and Jean Aponte, 35, will represent Louisiana as they take on the most challenging race in the world.
Ken Singletary wasn't supposed to be a dad, and he certainly never believed he would be competing in a physical strength competition at the age of 46. But the first story is what leads to the next.
According to a recent study by LSU’s Pennington Biomedical Research Center, naringenin, a chemical found in oranges and other citrus fruits, could be helpful in controlling blood glucose levels and increasing the amount of calories people burn.
Baton Rouge General is teaming up with Rouses Markets to offer monthly Grocery Store Tours, which they hope will help people learn to choose healthy food and gain a better understanding of nutrition labels.
The creative team behind Sweet Baton Rouge and their workout franchise, Don’t Stop Just Geaux, are joining forces with Body Sculpt Barre Studio for a free pop-up event at Perkins Rowe.
Registration is still open for the 4th annual Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital Amazing Half Marathon. Proceeds go toward the OLOL Children’s Hospital.
Pennington Biomedical Research Center is conducting a clinical trial to study what types of physical activity most benefit the health of elderly people.
The streets of Baton Rouge were full of supporters cheering on their loved ones Sunday as they raced for victory in The Louisiana Marathon and Half Marathon.
The Louisiana Marathon has a lot of lagniappe in store for the thousands of runners participating in the multi-race event and plenty of fun for family and friends cheering them on.
Baton Rouge has a pretty big fitness community, but there’s one program that’s on a special mission to condition your body and heart. Refit 225 Tribe aims to give you a workout and what they call “heart work.”
The bikes should be expected to be up and ready to ride by March, according to Downtown Development District Executive Director Davis Rhorer at January’s DDD meeting.
BREC invested over $12 million into parks throughout East Baton Rouge Parish in 2018.Riverbend, Spain Street, Erich, and Lea Sternberg and Fiesta Parks
The Better Business Bureau urges people to not just sign up for a membership with the first gym they see. The experts offer some tips for you to consider.
If you’re still searching for a way to step into 2019, Jazzercise offers dance party workouts that aim to fill your fitness needs in a one-hour class, with aerobic exercises for full body toning.
