Winter Wellness
For many of us, winter months can make us feel sad or depressed. Sometimes, that feeling doesn’t go away until spring. In the old days, this sad feeling during winter was sometimes known as “cabin fever.” According to doctors, this condition is called Seasonal Affective Disorder or SAD. This seasonal depression is a mood disorder […]
Exercise & Diabetes
It’s a great time to get moving Whether you’re just getting started or are an experienced athlete, regular physical activity is an important part of diabetes management. Regular exercise can help put you in control of your life. If you’re not into regular exercise, putting together an exercise plan can be a bummer. But remember, along […]
The Power of Health Literacy in Injury Recovery
Recovering from an injury, whether it’s a gym-related accident or a mishap elsewhere, requiresmore than just time and rest. It involves understanding medical instructions, following treatmentplans, and making informed decisions that promote healing. Health literacy—your ability tounderstand and use health information—is essential to ensuring a smooth and successful recovery. Understanding Your Diagnosis and Treatment PlanWhen […]
Common Injuries Among Older Gym Patrons:
How To Prevent Them And Stay Safe As more people embrace the benefits of physical fitness, gyms are seeing an increasingnumber of older adults among their patrons. Regular exercise is vital for maintaining mobility,muscle strength, and cardiovascular health as we age. However, with the natural decline inbalance, muscle mass, and joint flexibility that comes with […]
Exercise changes the brain in a way that helps heart health
CNN — It’s common knowledge that exercise is good for your mental health and your heart health — and now a new study suggests that all three are working together. In addition to the physical benefits of exercise, it’s also associated with a reduction in stress signals in the brain, which leads to a decreased risk of cardiovascular disease, according […]
