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Get started!

Get started! Now is a good time to start exercising. What’s your excuse? “I want to start on a Monday.” “After I have one more big meal” “Can’t. My back hurts.” Today is the day. Getting started is the hardest part and can be intimidating. We all need some “get motivated” strategies. This link is [...]

Exercise time!

Exercise time! Want a fun way to spend time with your teenager? Why not exercise together? Pick an activity that is fun and has a lot of movement. There are a lot of game system programs that can really work up a sweat and some laughter! It doesn’t have to seem like exercise to be [...]

Walk yourself healthier!

Walk yourself healthier! One of the easiest ways to feel good is to get into a routine of walking. 1/2 hour a day of walking is as essential as getting 8 hours of sleep at night. Walking is convenient and cheap. Just a good pair of shoes and your off!

Ouch! I slipped!

Ouch! I slipped! In the United States, 16 percent of all Emergency Department visits and almost 7 percent of all hospitalizations are for fall-related injuries. You don’t want to be part of this statistic. (See our last post for great tips on how to avoid this.)

No slip is a good slip!

No slip is a good slip! Wintertime is a beautiful time of year but it can also be a dangerous season if you’re not careful. According to Michael Enfield approximately 1million people will suffer injuries resulting from slipping and falling. Here are some tips to help you avoid slipping and sliding this season: Wear boots [...]

Stay active in spite of the cold temps!

Stay active in spite of the cold temps! It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The trees are frosty, there’s snow in the air, and it is way, WAY too cold to be outside! With cold winter months now upon us (and they will be here for a while!) it is important that you [...]