Ways to Stay Active It is difficult to maintain a physical activity routine without getting discouraged or losing interest. Here are some ways to to keep you moving: Enroll in an exercise class. Join a gym – seeing others exercise my help keep you motivated. Exercise with a friend. They may encourage you on days
If you’ve been listening to the news you already know about our national obesity levels rising by the day. It has never been more important to watch what you are eating and to get an adequate amount of exercise and sleep to keep yourself fit and healthy. Though it may feel like really hard work
Exercise As Medicine: 30 Minutes Of Physical Activity Is The Best Single Thing You Can Do For Your Health —By Lecia Bushak Hippocrates once said that walking is the best medicine, and research has consistently shown that thousands of years later, he was probably spot on. What’s the single health “intervention” that can increase your
Fall Prevention: Simple Tips to Prevent Falls Falls put you at risk of serious injury. Prevent falls with these simple fall-prevention measures, from reviewing your medications to hazard-proofing your home. By Mayo Clinic Staff Fall prevention may not seem like a lively topic, but it’s important. As you get older, physical changes and health conditions
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The Sleep Section on this site (www.alzheimersweekly.com) makes a strong case for lowering Alzheimer’s risk through better sleep habits. Check out these 5 tips to sleep better. The Better Sleep Council recommends starting with these five tips: Make sleep a priority. Keep a consistent sleep and wake schedule – even on the weekends. If necessary,