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How to establish a well-rounded fitness routine

May 21, 2024 by

May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. Whether you’re new to exercise or a marathon runner, establishing a good physical fitness program is important to your overall well-being.   Exercise can help prevent chronic issues and lead to a lifetime of health. Dr. Barbara Bushman is faculty emeritus in the kinesiology department at Missouri State University. She speaks to … [Read more...] about How to establish a well-rounded fitness routine

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How to keep the New Year’s health and fitness resolutions you make

January 9, 2024 by Strategic Communication

With the new year comes resolutions. One of the most popular ones revolves around fitness and a healthy lifestyle. The challenge for most people, however, is sticking to them long term. Allison Kramer, a Missouri State University exercise and movement science alumna and former personal trainer at the Foster Recreation Center, talks about how to be successful in keeping your … [Read more...] about How to keep the New Year’s health and fitness resolutions you make

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Focus on improving health, not losing weight

July 20, 2021 by

Step by step: it’s a good mantra. It can help you make it through the day to day routine or refocus you on small goals when the challenges seem insurmountable.   Dr. Sara Powell, assistant professor of kinesiology at Missouri State University, works on goal setting, motivation and the psychology of physical activity. She has particularly focused on behavior change for … [Read more...] about Focus on improving health, not losing weight

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On your mark, get set, marathon

June 29, 2021 by

Many runners find themselves drawn to races and long runs – like marathons. But how do you begin to tackle the intense physical and mental hurdles that come?   Dr. Sara Powell, assistant professor of kinesiology at Missouri State University, says that the distance is just one of the challenges to crossing the finish line.  Beginning a training regime for a marathon In addition … [Read more...] about On your mark, get set, marathon

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How to set goals for physical activity

June 22, 2021 by

Battling a sedentary mindset? Ready to get active? Dr. Sara Powell is ready to help you set some goals.  Powell, assistant professor in the kinesiology department at Missouri State University, encourages people to not take on too much too soon, as it’s a recipe for being discouraged.  Tips for setting goals Even if you’re working out with a partner, Powell emphasizes that you … [Read more...] about How to set goals for physical activity

Filed Under: Faculty News Tagged With: Discovery, faculty, Faculty and Staff Page, health, kinesiology, McQueary College of Health and Human Services, missouri state journal, research, Sara Powell

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