http://192.168.169.76:80/fitnessfitnesshttp://192.168.169.76:80/mini-exercise-sessionsIf you don’t have time to exercise for 30 minutes at a time, mini sessions might be for you. Mini exercise sessions are short periods of physical activity done throughout the day, as little as a few minutes at a time. Learn the health benefits and practical exercise ideas to get you started.Wed, 28 Jan 2026 23:10:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/mini-exercise-sessions/Media/Default/Keely/illustrated%20hero.jpg/Media/Default/Keely/mother%20daughter%20dancing%20body.jpgfitnessHMSA, islandscene.com, health, fitness, mini exercise sessions, exercise snacksKeely Kalama-Lakeyhttp://192.168.169.76:80/weighing-in-on-weighted-vestsOnce used for elite athletes and military training, weighted vests have been popping up everywhere, with people incorporating them in their daily walks, hiking, or even household tasks like vacuuming. Weighted vest enthusiasts say that wearing the extra weight can help not only help build muscle, bone strength, and endurance while helping you burn extra calories but also improve posture and cardiovascular health. We talked to orthopedic surgeon, Jay Marumoto, M.D., who weighed in on whether weighted vests are worth the hype.Tue, 23 Dec 2025 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/weighing-in-on-weighted-vests/Media/Default/Summer/weighted%20vests_HERO.jpg/Media/Default/Summer/vest_back.jpgfitnessweighted vests, exercise, perimenopause, weight training, fitness, bone density, bone health, hiking, walking, build muscle, endurance trainingSummer Nakaishihttp://192.168.169.76:80/keeping-dreams-aliveNever Quit Dreaming (NQD), was founded in 2018 and was the state’s first noncompetitive sports program for children with disabilities. Kristopher Dung, its founder and executive director, says that sports are deeply ingrained in families’ lives and often used as a pathway to college and careers.Tue, 16 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/keeping-dreams-alive/Media/Default/David/IMG_8970.jpeg/Media/Default/David/IMG_8793.jpegfitnessfitness, special needs sports, inclusive programs, youth sports, autism, Certified Autism Center, keiki healthDavid Frickmanhttp://192.168.169.76:80/get-your-ohana-moving-during-childhood-obesity-awareness-monthDid you know it’s recommended that kids engage in 60 minutes of activity every day? That’s what the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion recommends! In part two of our series for National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, we asked Jasmine Waipa, M.D., pediatrician at Keanuenue Pediatrics, for some fun activity ideas to get the whole family moving.Tue, 16 Sep 2025 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/get-your-ohana-moving-during-childhood-obesity-awareness-month/Media/Default/Courtney/activekeikiHERO2.jpg/Media/Default/Courtney/activekeikigardeningIMAGE.jpgfitnesshawaii, health, hmsa, keiki, kids, outdoors, indoor activities, gardening, play date, exerciseCourtney Takabayashihttp://192.168.169.76:80/disc-golf-with-a-catchOahu’s first free, permanent 18-hole disc golf course is attracting players to the top of St. Louis Heights. The highly technical course at Waahila Ridge State Recreation Area offers a challenging and fun workout amid beautiful views of Manoa and Palolo Valleys. Learn more about the sport and how you can get involved. Thu, 17 Apr 2025 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/disc-golf-with-a-catch/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Disc%20Golf/Disc%20Golf%20HERO.jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Disc%20Golf/Disc%20Golf%20BODY%202.jpgfitnessisland scene, HMSA, golf, sports, Activity, Hawaii, parks, Outdoors, outdoor fitness, disc golfMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/why-everyone-needs-strength-trainingIf you aren’t strength training and don’t know why you should or how to start, this article is for you. Strength/resistance training improves your muscle fitness and can be a game changer for your health. Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:22:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/why-everyone-needs-strength-training/Media/Default/Keely/hero.jpg/Media/Default/Keely/body%20weight.jpgfitnessstrength training, resistance training, weight training, bodyweight training, islandscene.com, hmsa, fitness, healthKeely Kalama-Lakeyhttp://192.168.169.76:80/functional-fitness-exercises-to-the-rescueThe physical changes that come from aging can creep up on you. And then one day you find yourself without the strength, balance, and mobility you once had. Starting functional fitness exercises, especially while you're younger, can make getting older a lot easier.Thu, 27 Feb 2025 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/functional-fitness-exercises-to-the-rescue/Media/Default/Keely/functionalfitnessHERO.jpg/Media/Default/Keely/squats.jpgfitnesshmsa, fitness, islandscene.com, hawaii, elite fitness hawaii, iokepa bahilot, hmsa365, functional fitnessKeely Kalama-Lakeyhttp://192.168.169.76:80/fitness-resolution-check-inFocusing on fitness, health, and wellness is one of the most common New Year’s resolutions. Now that we’re a month into 2025, how are you doing with your goals to get in more exercise or eat healthier? If you feel like you’ve been slipping, here are some stories to help motivate you and get you back on track. Thu, 30 Jan 2025 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/fitness-resolution-check-in/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Fitness%20HERO%20(1).jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Fitness%20THUMB.jpgfitnessHMSA, islandscene.com, fitness, exercise, new year's resolution, dance, swimming, hiking in Hawaii, hiking, YogaMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/how-to-combat-a-sedentary-lifestyleAccording to WebMD, many people in the U.S. spend nine to 12 hours being sedentary, with the majority of hours spent during the workday. We’ll explore ideas on how to be more active even when your job requires you to sit for long periods of time.Thu, 02 Jan 2025 17:28:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/how-to-combat-a-sedentary-lifestyle/Media/Default/Summer/Sedentary_Hero.jpg/Media/Default/Summer/sedentarylifestyleresized.jpgfitnesscombat sedentary lifestyle, work from home, exercise, walking, stairs, health, fitness, workout, friends, workout with friendsSummer Nakaishihttp://192.168.169.76:80/five-frequently-asked-fitness-questions-answeredFirst, personal trainer and HMSA community well-being analyst Jordan Ng showed us how to start a home workout routine. Then, we followed him outside to learn about green exercise, or using the natural environment for exercise. Now, Ng is back to answer five frequently asked questions about fitness. Thu, 19 Sep 2024 22:39:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/five-frequently-asked-fitness-questions-answered/Media/Default/Courtney/fitnessqaHERO.jpg/Media/Default/Courtney/fitnessqaTHUMB3.jpgfitnessfitness, questions, question and answer, trainer, health, happiness, hydration, educationCourtney Takabayashihttp://192.168.169.76:80/lacing-up-our-shoes-our-10-000-step-walking-challengeHow effective is walking as a form of exercise? Members of team HMSA took on a challenge to walk 10,000 steps a day for 30 days. Read about their journey, how they felt, and the results. We also chat with a local doctor who launched Waipahu’s Walk with a Doc. She’ll discuss the social benefits of walking together and why she hosts walks with the community every Saturday morning. Tue, 17 Sep 2024 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/lacing-up-our-shoes-our-10-000-step-walking-challenge/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/10K%20challenge/Sunset%20HERO.jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/10K%20challenge/Phone%20THUMB.jpgfitnessHMSA, islandscene.com, walking, exercise, walk with a doc, walk, fun, sun, walking group, moaiMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/green-exercise-what-s-it-all-aboutInstead of hitting the gym this summer, why not try green exercise? Green exercise, which takes place outside and uses the natural environment, is beneficial to your physical and mental health. We talked to Jordan Ng, personal trainer and HMSA community well-being analyst, to learn more about green exercise and fun ways to incorporate it into your workout routine. Tue, 30 Jul 2024 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/green-exercise-what-s-it-all-about/Media/Default/Summer/IMG_2866.jpeg/Media/Default/Summer/IMG_2906.jpgfitnessgreen exercise, outdoor activities in Hawaii, exercise in hawaii, green fitnessSummer Nakaishihttp://192.168.169.76:80/an-epic-bike-ride-around-the-worldDouglas Concha spent nine months traveling 18,000 miles — all on a single-speed bicycle. Overcoming multiple injuries and drastic weather conditions, he completed the trek to raise money for Doctors Without Borders, while also attempting to set a Guinness World Record. Learn more about his incredible and challenging journey across six continents and 23 countries.Thu, 06 Jun 2024 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/an-epic-bike-ride-around-the-world/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Cyclist%20around%20the%20world/Biking%20HERO.jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Cyclist%20around%20the%20world/Biking%201%20BODY.jpgfitnessislandscene.com, Island Scene, HMSA, Bike, Bicycling, bicycles, health, exercise, bike, hobbyMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/kendo-the-way-of-the-swordSteeped in Japanese culture and samurai sword arts, modern kendo isn’t necessarily about winning duels. For members of Myohoji Kendo Club in the heart of Honolulu, kendo is about perseverance, camaraderie, and more. Find out from Sensei Seth Harris, and practitioners Shelly Kunishige and Michael and Mace Cueva, why kendo is so meaningful to them. Mon, 08 Apr 2024 16:04:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/kendo-the-way-of-the-sword/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/KENDO0126240161_1600x500_hero.jpg/Media/Default/Courtney/KENDO0126240127_540x304_group.jpgfitnessislandscene.com, hmsa, island scene, martial arts, workout, mental health, kendoCourtney Takabayashihttp://192.168.169.76:80/time-celebrate-national-walking-dayIf you walk regularly for exercise, celebrate yourself on National Walking Day, April 3, 2024. If you don’t walk a lot but need to move more, try walking. The health benefits of this multipurpose physical activity may be greater than you realize, and there are many ways to increase the number of steps you take. Tue, 02 Apr 2024 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/time-celebrate-national-walking-day/Media/Default/Keely/hero%20photo.jpg/Media/Default/Keely/woman%20walking.jpgfitnessNational Walking Day, HMSA, islandscene.com, April 3, 2024, walking, fitness, fun, exercise, walking, workoutKeely Kalama-Lakeyhttp://192.168.169.76:80/surfing-through-lifeOne-time professional surfer Megan Abubo has led a life that she hopes will be an inspiration to others. Read about her career journey that led her from surfing to movies to empowering today’s young wahine. Thu, 18 Jan 2024 02:59:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/surfing-through-life/Media/Default/David/megansurfingHERO.jpg/Media/Default/David/megansurfingIMAGE1.jpgfitnesssurfing, fitness, pro surfing, hawaii, big waves, island scene, islandscene.com, professional, female surfer, hmsa employeeDavid Frickmanhttp://192.168.169.76:80/starting-a-home-workout-routineIf you’re looking to move more this new year, but don’t have the time to go to the gym, why not try a home workout? Personal trainer and HMSA Community Well-being Analyst Jordan Ng answered our questions about exercise and shared some easy and effective workouts you can do using household items without leaving home.Thu, 04 Jan 2024 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/starting-a-home-workout-routine/Media/Default/Courtney/homeworkoutsHERO.jpg/Media/Default/Courtney/homeworkoutsTHUMB.jpgfitnessislandscene.com, island scene, home workouts, exercise, fitness, no equipment, easy, fun, hmsaCourtney Takabayashihttp://192.168.169.76:80/13-year-old-dances-to-national-victoryThe Dance Awards is widely considered the Super Bowl of dance with young, talented dancers showcasing their skills and vying for the prestigious Best Dancer award. For the first time in the national dance competition’s 13-year history, a dancer from Hawaii has won the title of Junior Male Best Dancer 2023. Kazuma Brailsford shares his journey to the title and his goals for the future. Thu, 28 Dec 2023 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/13-year-old-dances-to-national-victory/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Kid%20Dancer/Dance%201%20HERO.jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Kid%20Dancer/Kazu%20with%20award%20BODY.jpgfitnessislandscene.com, dance, fitness, Honolulu, keiki, kids, teen, teens, hmsa, fun, kids, talentMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/from-pool-to-open-waterTest your swimming skills in the Waikiki Roughwater Swim. The nearly 2.4-mile open water race takes you from San Souci Beach to the Hilton Hawaiian Village Hotel channel. Follow along on HMSA Director of Strategic Communications Anna Koethe’s journey from training to race day.Thu, 09 Nov 2023 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/from-pool-to-open-water/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Roughwater%20Swim/Anna%20and%20her%20sis%20sign%20HERO.jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Roughwater%20Swim/Anna%20and%20her%20sis%20at%20finish%20line%20BODY.jpgfitnessislandscene.com, swimming, Swim, swimmers, Waikiki, ocean conditions, oceanMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/adventures-in-bikingBiking is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and get some exercise. The health benefits of riding a bike include improved cardiovascular health, stronger muscles, increased coordination, and more. We talked to Chris Halsall, lifelong bicycling enthusiast and HMSA sales operations supervisor, to find out how biking has helped improve his physical health and well-being. Tue, 17 Oct 2023 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/adventures-in-biking/Media/Default/Courtney/bikingHERO.jpg/Media/Default/Courtney/bikingTHUMB.jpgfitnesshmsa, island scene, islandscene.com, hawaii, biking, health, oahu, fun, bike, bicycling, mountian bike, travel, friendsCourtney Takabayashi