www.mypyramid.gov: An interactive website that provides individualized
nutrition information for optimal health (my pyramid tracker). Information on the 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans
is found here also.
www.eatright.org: Pertinent information on general nutrition from the American Dietetic Association can be found here.
www.nutrition.gov: Providing nutrition information for a healthier life. A service of the National Agriculture Library and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
www.usda.gov: Information from the Center for Nutrition is found here.
UA Campus Health: This site offers short informational articles on a variety of topics, from eating well on campus and sports nutrition, to food and body image.
The Healthy Heart Handbook for Women: A 108 page booklet all about heart disease in women (one out of two
women die of heart disease in the U.S.); put out by the Department of Health and Human Services, National Institute of
Health and the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute.
www.cspinet.com: Website of the Center for Science in the Public Interest, a nongovernmental site for health information.
http://www.ahrq.gov/realmen/: The website provides information on the recommended ages for preventive testing (as well as a list of tests), a quiz designed to test your knowledge of preventive health care, tips for talking with your doctor, a glossary of consumer health terms, and links to online resources where you can find more medical informationsite for mens health.
The American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD): the largest organization of professionals supporting and assisting those
involved in physical education, leisure, fitness, dance, health promotion, and education and all specialties related to
achieving a healthy lifestyle. AAHPERD is an alliance of six national associations and six district associations and is
designed to provide members with a comprehensive and coordinated array of resources, support, and programs to help practitioners
improve their skills and so further the health and well-being of the American public: www.aahperd.org/aahperd/
American College of Sports Medicine: physical fitness information from the American College of Sports Medicine.
Considered by most as the authority for sports / fitness information: www.acsm.org
The American Council on Exercise: A nonprofit organization committed to
enriching quality of life through safe and effective physical activity. As America's Authority on Fitness, ACE protects all
segments of society against ineffective fitness products, programs and trends through its ongoing public education, outreach
and research. ACE further protects the public by setting certification and continuing education standards for fitness
professionals: www.acefitness.org
www.justmove.org: Fitness information from the American Heart Association.
www.mypyramid.gov: Fitness information from the US Department of Agriculture and the Department of Health and Human Services.
www.fitness.gov: Physical fitness information from the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports.
www.americawalks.org: America Walks is a national coalition of local advocacy groups dedicated to promoting walkable communities. Our members are autonomous
grassroots organizations from across the country, each working to improve conditions for walking in their area.
www.sleepfoundation.org: Information, resources, and creative animated shorts about sleep and its importance in our daily lives as well as in the long term.
Tufts Health and Nutrition Letter: Tufts University has as its newsletter goal "to provide the consumer
with honest, reliable, scientifically authoritative health and nutrition advice that can not only be trusted but can have a
direct and often immediate effect on their health." www.healthletter@tufts.edu.
Campus Recreation offers numerous programs and activities for faculty, staff and students.
Offerings include group fitness classes such as Pilates, Tai Chi, Spinning, various
styles of Yoga, muscle pump and Cardio Kickbox. Our activity class schedule
includes Tango, Salsa, Capoeira, Ballroom Dance and Belly Dancing. Learn how
to golf from a resident pro, take swimming lessons, or sign up for a class in
another sport. You can learn to scuba dive and kayak through our Outdoor
Adventures program. An all-time favorite of faculty and staff is the Group
Personal Training class - great for novices or beginners who want to improve
their techniques and maximize their workout. If you would like one-on-one
assistance, the department has an outstanding personal training program
staffed by certified trainers who can develop a program tailored to your
specific health and wellness goals. Krav Maga and Aikido are among some of the
other martial arts classes offered. Last but not least is the selection of
health/safety and aquatics classes. Get certified in cardiopulmonary
resuscitation, automated external defibrillators, first aid and lifeguarding.
Sign up for classes at the business office, located on the second floor of the
Student Recreation Center. For more information, call (520) 621-8715 or visit
www.campusrec.arizona.edu.
Tucson Parks and Recreation: Offers a variety of physical activity classes ranging from sports to dance.
To see their quarterly schedule of classes, go to www.ezeereg.com or pick up a catalog at city Frys, Albertsons,
7-11 stores, Blockbuster Video, public library or city recreation center. For additional information call 520-791-4873.
Tucson Scottish Country Dance: A branch of 7 Pipers. Try a new form of exercise by learning traditional dances with
Celtic music. Instructors are certified by the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society. Phone 520-887-0875 for day and location.
