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Don’t fall off the treadmill (or bike, or rower, or…) New year’s resolutions around fitness and exercise are incredibly popular. The excitement and hope generated by the start of the year makes starting an exercise program easy. Sticking with that program now that the dog days of summer are upon us may be a whole…
Spring is officially here, and it brings more than just blooming flowers and chirping birds. The change in weather combined with more daylight is nature’s invitation to get out of hibernation mode and get more physically active. Research across diverse countries and populations confirms this seasonal trend: summer is prime time for movement, while winter…
While many of us are familiar with the classic symptoms such as chest pain and shortness of breath, it’s vital to recognize that heart attacks can manifest differently between genders. For heart health month we have put together a table on the signs of heart attack in men and women. Gender Differences Men typically experience…
According to the Centers for Disease Control, for every 40 seconds, there is someone who suffers a heart attack. Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) is the most common type of heart disease. In CAD, the coronary arteries are narrowed or blocked from plaques which are formed with increased amount of fatty material and cholesterol. Plaque can…
Stress effects us all. In some shape or form. Anxiety is an individuals reaction to stress in the form of persistent feelings of apprehension or worry. The feeling of being anxious can persist after the initial stress has passed. The Stress System The body is built to manage stress. This system (autonomic nervous system) is…