For Millions Of Americans, Spring Is "Fitness New Year"

NEW YORK, March 20, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Americans are more inclined to get on track with their fitness goals in March, as spring begins and outdoor temperatures rise, data shows. Celebrated as a time of renewal, experts say that many Americans renew waning physical fitness resolutions as spring arrives in anticipation of warmer months ahead. Friday, March 20^th marks the first day of spring.

"After more than forty years of practicing medicine and helping patients commit to fitness regimens, I've seen time and again that the start of spring marks 'Fitness New Year,'" says renowned cardiologist and fitness expert, Dr. James Rippe*, editor-in-chief of the American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine. "Warmer weather and longer days combined with motivation to get in shape for summer activities and vacations are now only weeks away, and people are more conscious of their appearance as they want to shake off winter fat, layers of clothes and cabin fever."

Dr. Rippe says the sense of Fitness New Year and the renewed commitment to physical activity is important for millions of Americans.

"While fitness was the most popular New Year's resolution for 2015, goals dissipate in the winter months when motivation to exercise and outdoor access is strained by snow, icy pavement and frigid temperatures," said John Frame, Senior Director of Brand Marketing, Osteo Bi-Flex®.  "Starting to exercise again after months of inactivity can be stressful on the body and the joints."

For those looking to "celebrate" Fitness New Year by renewing their exercise goals and committing to maintain personal health and wellness, Dr. Rippe recommends the following tips:

• Set your motivation: Use spring and summer social events as "deadlines" for your goals. Whether it's a dress you want to wear to a wedding or a waist size you want to achieve before vacation or family reunion, setting a date will help keep you motivated and on-schedule.
• Walk before you run: Be smart in how you start your path to fitness. Walk before you run; try pushups before lifting weights, etc. Taking on too much too quickly risks injury or soreness that can derail your routine and discourage you from meeting your goal.
• Joint health is essential to your fitness success: Joint health is key to overall health and wellness. Remember to properly stretch and nourish your joints, so your knees, elbows and back are strong enough to help maintain your activity level. Dr. Rippe recommends taking the joint health supplement Osteo Bi-Flex®, which contains glucosamine and chondroitin, natural compounds found within cartilage. Osteo Bi-Flex® also contains Joint Shield™, a proprietary blend that helps nurture and defend your joints.** Joint Shield™ exclusively features 5-LOXIN™ Advanced, a concentrated extract of Boswellia serrata herb which helps with joint flare-ups.
• Make a plan: Before embarking on a new fitness journey, seek resources on which supplements can best support an active lifestyle, consult a physician about your physical health and conduct further research on ways to keep motivated and kick-start a daily fitness routine.

Fitness New Year marks the beginning of spring and renewal of fitness goals. By focusing on activities that fit individual lifestyles, nourishing the body with a proper balance of food and supplements and becoming knowledgeable about the benefits of physical activity, people of all ages can kick-off and maintain their Fitness New Year resolutions for many springs to come.

About Osteo Bi-Flex®

Osteo Bi-Flex® is a brand built on quality and innovation. Osteo Bi-Flex® has been responsible for leading the way in the joint care supplements category. Backed by years of commitment from scientists, researchers, technicians, and associates our goal is to bring you and your family the best possible products. With the focus on providing high-quality nutritional supplements that fulfill a variety of needs, Osteo Bi-Flex® is committed to providing products to support joint comfort, mobility and flexibility.**

*Dr. James Rippe is a third party advocate for joint health and a paid endorser of Osteo Bi-Flex.

Kelli Hartsock
MWW for Osteo Bi-Flex®
312.981.8553

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