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• Americans, especially in Colorado, are exercising more

  May 3, 2013 4:05 AM

  More Americans are getting the recommended amount of exercise each week, according to a new CDC study. Government health experts say adults should try to get two-and-a-half hours of aerobic activity, like walking, each week, and do muscle-strengthening activities like push-ups and sit-ups. The new study shows one in five... more »

• Even light activity helps your heart

  August 14, 2012 2:50 PM

  You don't have to be an athlete to keep healthy. A new study confirms even a little exercise benefits your heart! Activities like walking and gardening can help. Researchers found active adults had lower levels of inflammation in the blood, which increases the risk for heart problems. Even those who... more »

• Working to kick obesity Play Video

  May 8, 2012 7:53 AM

  WASHINGTON (AP) - In the battle against obesity, just about everything is on the table, from creating healthier kids' meals to nagging people to exercise. Specialists meeting in Washington on Tuesday are looking for a blueprint on reducing America's weight problem as they debate what strategies should be a priority.... more »

• The dangers of sitting down Play Video

  February 25, 2012 1:52 PM

  How much exercise do you get every day? Even if you think you're getting enough, you could be throwing it all away when you sit down. New research says sitting down for too long every day puts you at higher risk for some long-term diseases. Click on the video to... more »

• Delays expected next week at Peterson

  February 24, 2012 10:45 AM

  Peterson Air Force Base will conduct an emergency exercise next week which may cause delays at all entrance gates. Traffic disruption is expected from from February 27 to March 2 as exercises happen. The drills allow personnel to train for future possible crisis situations. more »

• Blasting fat using lasers Play Video

  October 25, 2011 4:57 PM

  The battle of the bulge is timeless, and at some point, most people have tried something. Whether it is nips, tucks, sit-ups, master cleanses, diets, good old fashioned gym routines, or some kind of magic potion that promises it will melt away the fat. Recall the old adage: "If... more »

• Is it possible to lose weight by doing nothing?

  October 25, 2011 2:18 PM

  Melt away inches of fat by relaxing on a massage table and doing nothing? Sounds too good to be true, right? The treatment is called "Zerona" and the manufacturer says the lasers blast the fat out of fat cells. While lying on a table, the laser beams circle... more »

• Canon City youth are jumping to break a record

  October 12, 2011 5:43 PM

  Canon City High School and National Geographic Kids magazine set out to set the Guinness World Records title for the most people doing jumping jacks in a 24-hour period, but not to worry, these teens were only jumping for one minute. The goal of the record is to get... more »

• Number one killer in the U.S.

  July 17, 2011 11:35 PM

  Gently pressing down on the piano's pristine keys, the now nearly 46-year old Kim Davis looks radiant and healthy, but she has always felt that way. "You see overweight people all over the place and, you know, sometimes you can dress a package enough that it doesn't look quite... more »

• State lawmakers telling schools to play

  March 29, 2011 10:59 PM

  Colorado lawmakers from the House and Senate have reached an agreement on a bill that would require 30 minutes of exercise in elementary schools every day to help combat childhood obesity. "It's a shame that there would need to be legislation requiring something that is so valuable and that... more »

• Pueblo school gets grant money for fitness

  January 6, 2011 7:19 PM

  With obesity rampant among our young people, Roncalli Middle School in Pueblo continues to receive grant money to help students stay fit. Today "Miles" the official Denver Broncos mascot was at the school. He encouraged students to exercise for 60 minutes a day and eat healthier. In the... more »

• Walk away from the threat of dementia

  October 14, 2010 11:21 AM

  What do the cards hold for our brains as we age? Like any other muscle in the body you've got to use it so you don't lose it, but new research suggests a proper workout for the mind doesn't necessarily involve crossword puzzles. It could be as simple... more »

• Crisis negotiation training brings agencies together

  October 13, 2010 7:24 PM

  Law enforcement agencies teamed up in Pueblo Wednesday for training in crisis negotiations. The training took place at the Colorado State Fairgrounds. In one scenario SWAT teams and communication workers responded to a mock hostage situation. The training brought together the Colorado Department of Corrections, Pueblo Police and the Pueblo... more »

• Diet and exercise both needed to shed pounds

  October 11, 2010 9:17 AM

  A structured meal program combined with exercise may be the key to driving down the obesity epidemic. Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh had 130 obese adults follow a strict diet made up of liquid and pre-packaged meals - half the participants also exercised at the start of the... more »

• Get fit in the Garden

  September 7, 2010 3:07 PM

  Too many ice cream cones this summer? Grazed your way through funnel cakes, Indian Fry Bread and turkey legs at the Colorado State Fair? It's time to get back into shape! The Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center will celebrate the first Get Fit at the Garden... more »

• Exercise counters DNA in obesity study

  September 1, 2010 1:45 PM

  Even if obesity is in your DNA, exercise can help. British researchers studied over 20,000 people, determining their genetic risk of obesity. Those who had the most genetic variants for obesity inherited from their parents, did have the highest Body Mass Index. But the at-risk people who were... more »

• Fort Carson exercise to test emergency response

  July 21, 2010 9:31 AM

  Fort Carson is holding a two-day exercise to evaluate its police, firefighter and medical crews' response to a simulated emergency. The exercise, called Mountain Thunder, takes place Wednesday and Thursday. Fort Carson says the exercise is part of a monthlong effort by the Army to make soldiers and their... more »

• Alzheimer's advances show need for better drugs

  July 12, 2010 9:17 AM

  Scientists are reporting advances in detecting and predicting Alzheimer's disease at a conference in Honolulu this week. There are better brain scans to spot signs of the mind-robbing illness, and more genes that affect risk. Studies show that getting enough exercise and vitamin D may lower your chances of... more »

• Diet and exercise keep you sharp into golden years

  June 3, 2010 11:57 AM

  The riches of the golden years are all too often stolen. As we age our chances of being afflicted with dementia go up dramatically and it can creep up on you. "Maybe your memory is not quite as sharp as usual, your problem solving skills are not quite as... more »

• Study: Exercise benefits cancer patients

  June 1, 2010 10:28 AM

  Exercise can benefit some cancer patients during their treatment. Researchers at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit created a customized exercise program -- according to a patient's weight, overall health and type of cancer treatment. Those on the exercise regime said their quality of life improved and that they felt... more »

• Bike to work day planned in Pueblo

  May 20, 2010 1:44 PM

  National Bike to Work Day will be celebrated in Pueblo May 21 with bicyclists commuting to and from work and making breakfast stops around town. Colorado Bike to Work Day is June 23, with additional activities scheduled including a Commuter's Cup Challenge between these two designated Bike to Work dates.... more »

• Biggest Loser winner Danny keeping it off

  February 16, 2010 3:56 PM

  Need your "The Biggest Loser" fix? The popular show is pre-empted this week by the Olympics, so here's an update on the most recent winner. Season 8 champ Danny Cahill lost 239 pounds and he's keeping it off. Cahill went from 430 to 191--losing weight than any other... more »

• Free class for teens with diabetes in Pueblo

  December 1, 2009 5:02 PM

  For teens with diabetes, learning proper nutrition and weight management is imperative to remaining healthy. The Pueblo City-County Health Department is sponsoring a free, 14 week diabetes class beginning in January. It's aimed at teens 13-18. Participants will meet weekly for 90 minutes. Parents are also encouraged to attend. ... more »

• "The Biggest Loser" trainer on his own workout

  September 22, 2009 3:47 PM

  The new season of "The Biggest Loser" got underway last week, and once again, contestants are under the guidance of trainers Jillian Michaels and Bob Harper. What you may be surprised to learn is that Harper needs a workout nudge just like the rest of us. "I've got... more »

• Chemical Depot tests emergency response

  September 9, 2009 2:54 PM

  Workers at the Pueblo Chemical Depot took part in a drill on Wednesday to test their response to an emergency situation. The scenario involved a multi-vehicle crash at the depot, that caused two chemical munitions to leak and dozens other to catch on fire. News First 5 got a rare... more »

• Nine-year-old leads family on weight loss program

  September 4, 2009 12:31 PM

  The percentage of American adolescents who are obese has tripled in just 35 years. Now, one in four children battle significant weight problems that could lead to more serious health problems down the road. Weight has always been an issue for nine-year-old Rachel Walls. "It bothered me a... more »