Joining us this week in the podcast is Dr. Jeff Potteiger, a Professor in the Department of Movement Studies and the Dean of the Graduate School at Grand Valley State University in Allendale, Michigan. Dr. Potteiger discusses his research, and how some of the world's premier athletes' transition out of their sport is often accompanied by health issues. A really interesting talk!  LISTEN NOWClick here for the Texas Monthly article featuring Dr. Potteiger's research!

Following last week's podcast about exercise and pregnancy, Dr. Buzz Pruitt joins us for a frank discussion about sex education.  This topic has become politicized in some segments of our society, so it's great to hear a clear, reasonable voice regarding sex education.  Dr. Pruitt doesn't shy away from any of the contentious issues and we think you'll be well-informed by this chat. LISTEN NOW! 

Read the weekly text article "Pay attention to those little aches and pains: Muscles, Bones, Physical Activity, and "itis" by Nina Laidlaw Rumler. "This is Amuhrica, right? We power-through, man-up, and tough it out. Well, that’s not always a good strategy. We hear constantly about the benefits of physical activity but often overlook the drawbacks."

Read the weekly text article "Beyond Choice: The Tale of an Obese Girl" by Ann Amuta. "I always teased my obese friend, Molly, who grew up in the ‘hoods’ of Houston until she told me about her life’s journey to obesity and all the health complications that have ensued."

Check out the weekly text article "Impact of Execise Training on Cardiovascular Risk and Anti-Risk Factors in Adolescents" by Majid Koozehchian. "Childhood and adolescence are critical periods in the formation of cardiovascular risk factors. Many cardiovascular diseases are related to such risk factors as high levels of total cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein (LDL), and triglycerides (TG), as well as low levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL). The causes of cardiovascular ris...