I hear gripes from people that they will abscond from participating in sports or other physical programs because they feel like an outsider to the sport and are too timid to reach out to others. I would suggest rock climbing to someone as a healthy activity to pursue, because it can be a singular activity as much as it is a way to meet like-minded people. More Here...

Now that it's getting warmer, and classes are winding down, I've been seriously trying to work out consistently!

Today marks the third week of my "get fit" plan. I'm hoping to run a half-marathon by the end of the summer. There are many walks, 5ks, and charity runs that will be going on that I'll be participating in to prepare. More Here...

In celebration of its partnership with Potandon Produce, the Autism Society will share an autism diet and nutrition fact each week throughout April. It is the hope of the Autism Society and Potandon that we can work together to empower you to make the best decisions as they relate to diet for yourself or a loved one with autism. Please note that these tips are meant to be informational. Before making any dietary changes, you should consult a physician. The Autism Society does not endorse any specific form of treatment (See the Options Policy).  

Tips were republished from the Autism Advocate article, Autism Diets and Nutrition: Providing Health Benefits for Many Children with ASD. You can read the full article here.

Nutrient Deficiencies More Here...

One of the scariest moments in a person's life was the first day of school as a child. Some get accustomed quicker than others. The same is true for someone beginning to exercise in a gym. Unlike starting school as a child, if someone is too intimidated by the gym they can easily quit. This all comes from exercise being viewed as an unpleasant task more than a necessity. Going to the gym, running outside or even exercising at home should not be looked at as a chore, it should be an activity that is looked forward to. More Here...

One of my buddies and I have been trying to make our current healthy kick more fun in order to keep our eyes on the prize (the prize being the impending summer). So, what couldn't be more fun than making refreshing smoothies? I'm not talking about that crap that sounds like it would be good for you but isn't. I'm talking about real fresh fruit, healthy ingredients, benefits. This past week, we've gone through four completely different and totally incredible recipes:

1.What you'll need: Recipes Here...