Staying in shape doesn’t have to mean being chained to the treadmill or elliptical machine.

Today most gyms offer a dizzying variety of fitness classes designed to suit every preference and ability level— from aqua aerobics to yoga.

Understanding cholesterol and heart disease

We all know the factors that increase the risk of coronary heart disease— smoking, eating saturated fats, being overweight, and heredity. But even if you exercise regularly, eat a low fat diet, and watch your weight, you should still monitor your cholesterol with your doctor to keep your risk for heart disease as low as possible.