Healthy Lifestyles

Library Online Resources

Health and Wellness Resource Center »

Try a keyword search using the terms fitness or exercise to find hundreds of magazine, academic journal, and reference book articles. Also, get information about smoking cessation from medical journals, general interest publications, pamphlets, and health-related videos.

Health Reference Center
Academic »

Search our health databases for hundreds of articles about exercise and nutrition. When you are ready to quit smoking, browse this database to find articles and tips about quitting.

Opposing Viewpoints in Context »

Try a keyword search using the term shop locally to find viewpoints, news stories, and magazine articles about the sustainability movement and the benefits of purchasing locally produced goods and services.

OverDrive »

Use our downloadable media database to find books relating to health and fitness.

Library Materials

Aerobic Exercise Videos »

Find an aerobic exercise program that fits you. In this list there are a variety of exercise options including step workouts, stretching, and other personal fitness options.

Nutrition and Diet Books »

Learn how to make better eating choices! Discover how Vitamin D, omega-3s, and other nutrients work in the body.

Nutrition Videos »

Discover how the body uses nutrition and exercise to keep you healthy.

Shop Locally, Cook Locally »

Find out about the benefits of shopping and using locally grown produce.

Smoking, Its Effects, and Quitting »

Learn the secrets of quitting smoking by arming yourself with knowledge.

Weight Loss Cookbooks »

Change your life and achieve sustainable weight loss using low-fat recipes.

Websites

MedlinePlus Smoking Cessation »

A quick guide to calling it quits! Use Medline Plus to help you stop smoking for good.

Slow Food Orlando »

Explore the Slow Food Movement which supports the health and wellness of our community and supports our local food sources.

Traineo »

Lose weight and get fit by tracking your progress through a unique method of friendly motivation.

Mobile

Calorie Counter - My Fitness Pal

Free app from Google Play that offers calorie counts, cardio and strength training exercises, goal setting, and motivation.
Google Play | Website

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Kids & Teens

Library Online Resources

Read the Books »

Make a resolution to read more this year. Use Read the Books to find great reading suggestions and ideas for kids and teens of all ages!

World Book Online for Kids »

Keep yourself fit. Check out all the cool sports and hobbies World Book for Kids has to offer. Try a search for exercise or select the Sports and Hobbies button on the left.

Library Materials

Celebrate the New Year »

Looking for a great book to kick off the New Year? Take a look at this list of resources filled with fun books for a fresh start.

New Books »

It's a new year! Why not pick up a new book to start it right. Enjoy reading a fun book that will guarantee you a great read.

Websites

KidsHealth: Kids Home Page »

Explore KidsHealth for interesting facts on your body and how to stay healthy. Stop and look at the games and recipes for kids just like you.

P.E. Central: Fitness Websites »

Challenge yourself. Visit P.E. Fitness and learn fun ways to keep yourself fit the whole year.

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Find Your Passion!

Library Online Resources

Ferguson’s Career Guidance
Center »

Find a new direction to career bliss. Ferguson's has career descriptions, information about writing cover letters and resumes, and other resources to help you find a job you are passionate about.

Library Materials

Career Guidance »

Discover books to help you change your professional life. Find a job that suits your personality.

Family Oriented Activities »

Add a splash of family fun to your entire year. Find trips and other recreational activities for you and your family.

Great Courses Series DVDs »

Learn something new this year! Educate yourself on a variety of interesting subjects with ease!

Realize Your Potential »

Motivate yourself and reinvent your own self image. Simplify and improve your life with these books.

Websites

StickK »

This unique website can help you create a commitment contract to reach your goal. The incentive is your money. Stick to your contract and keep it, fail to stick to the contract and forfeit to charity.

Mobile

Free New Year's Resoultions

This app helps you keep on top of your New Year's Resolution with trackable charts that show your progress.
Google Play | Website

New Years Resolutions

Try this free application to find your New Year's resolution. Shake your iPod or iPhone, watch the snow fall, and get your resolution.
iTunes | Website

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Get Organized

Library Online Resources

OverDrive »

Use our downloadable media database to find books relating to home design and décor.

Library Materials

Become Clutter Free »

Check out these materials to learn how to declutter your life and part with your pack rat habits.

Home Storage »

Learn how to find extra storage space in the nooks and crannies of your house.

House Cleaning »

Find materials on house cleaning, removing clutter, and tips and easy solutions for cleaner and greener living.

Websites

eHow: Home Storage ideas for Office and Kitchen »

This website is packed full of information on how to store your belongings efficiently. Find Do-it-yourself home storage ideas for your home and office.

HGTV: Home Organization »

Start the New Year with a clutter free home. Learn how to clear away the clutter with advice from HGTV home organizers.

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Reduce Stress

Library Online Resources

OverDrive »

Use our downloadable media database to find books related to reducing stress by searching for the words "stress reduction" in the search box at the top of the page.

Library Materials

Manage Stress »

Make your New Year stress free using these materials on ending exhaustion and balancing your life.

Meditation for Relaxation »

Learn new ways to improve your state of mind using meditation.

Relaxation Music »

Browse our collection of music CDs that can help reduce stress and anxiety.

Websites

American Institute of Stress »

Research the effects of stress on the body and how to combat stress in an effective manner.

MayoClinic.com: Stress Management »

Get advice and information on stress reduction by the experts at the Mayo Clinic.

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