January is the time of year when many people are making New Year's resolutions. For most, these resolutions are earnest attempts to change. Unfortunately, most people don't realize they're setting themselves up for failure. A New Year's resolution promises gain,...

Do we really have the right to slack off on our health and fitness goals during the holidays and put on extra weight? Let's face it—Christmas is a busy time of year. But, as believers, we realize the importance of maintaining our spiritual fitness—no matter what...

My generation is touted to be the first generation whose children will have a shorter life expectancy than their parents, due to symptoms associated with a sedentary lifestyle and poor nutrition. There are two vital components to great leadership. First, is the...

Once you were born again, all things became new. You were reborn with right standing before God, and you received all the ability it takes to walk in victory all the days of your life. "For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory...

"Have faith in God. For...whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not doubt in his heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to pass; he shall have whatsoever he saith....

There was a time when I was always making New Year's resolutions to lose weight. I would resolve to lose weight and keep it off, only to lose it and gain it back again. It became a real struggle.Then a few years ago, God taught me how to get rid of excess weight....

January is the time of year when many people are making New Year's resolutions. For most, these resolutions are earnest attempts to change. Unfortunately, most people don't realize they're setting themselves up for failure. January is the time of year when many...

As a certified personal trainer and nutritional counselor, Marty Copeland receives many questions at her seminars and through letters. All of her answers are grounded in the reality that freedom from the bondage of weight comes only through the knowledge of God's...

Studies show that gradual changes resulting in lifestyle changes will bring lasting success. So we're going to discuss some simple steps you can take that will help your family get on the path to a healthy lifestyle. Studies show that gradual changes resulting in...

I believe the easiest and best way to get the exercise you need is simply to put one foot in front of the other—and start walking! All it takes is clearance from your doctor and a good pair of shoes. If you can only walk for a few minutes and then you need to rest,...

In The Zone When walking for exercise, it is important to start where you are and progress from there—take into consideration your gender, age, and fitness level. Your goal should be to walk briskly enough for your heart to reach its "target heart rate zone" which...

I'd like to share a tip with you that's helped me and my family. I've discovered a little organized food preparation can make all the difference in establishing healthy eating habits. To be successful at it, you'll need to set aside one or two evenings a week to...