In the fitness industry you typically hear goals such as “I want to lose 20 pounds,” “I want to drop 10 percent body fat,” or “I want to gain 10-lbs of muscle.” Unfortunately, I also hear goals like “I need to strengthen my back because of an injury to my spine,” or “my doctor told me I need to implement an exercise regimen because of a particular wellness issue” such as...

  Each season, The Miami Herald recognizes the best athletes in Miami-Dade and Broward counties. Congratulations to Dade Christian School junior, Ivan Arenas, and senior, Jared Johnson, who earned the honor of being part of the All-Dade teams. Both students were recognized for their outstanding performances on the field.Varsity Boys Soccer coach Leo Estabridis feels the honor could not have been bestowed on a more worthy recipient,...

  For the second time in Goleman’s history, the school’s badminton team won the Divisional Championship title at the Great Midwest Athletic Conference (GMAC). “We had a good season with a great finish,” said coach Debbie Perez. Three-year Boys Doubles champ, senior, Danny Xie and Anthony Dally went undefeated in five matches to declare victory. Also undefeated was junior, Patricia Miranda in Girls Singles, which...

  Miami Lakes residents are encouraged to bring their children for the free “Get Hooked” Youth Fishing Clinic starting at 8 a.m. on Saturday, May 16, at the Miami Lakes Optimist Park Marina, 6411 N.W. 162 Street. The event is hosted by the town’s Youth Activities Task Force in partnership with the town’s Public Safety Committee. Participants will learn fishing tips and proper catch and release techniques....

  Florida Memorial University and the Dwight Stephenson Foundation are holding their 2015 Golf Tournament, scheduled for Monday, June 22, at Shula’s Golf Club, 7601 Miami Lakes Drive. Proceeds from the event benefit the university’s Presidential Scholarship, as well as Dwight’s Computers for Kids Program, which provides computers to deserving children from low income South Florida families. The continued joint efforts...