At a recent meeting of the American Heart Association (AHA), research findings were presented which showed that “maintaining a healthy weight throughout life, is important to help keep blood pressure … [Read more...]
How Does Yoga Help to Reduce Symptoms of Depression?
Studies presented at the recent Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association showed the beneficial effect of yoga on reducing the symptoms of depression. Although yoga has gained … [Read more...]
Does Exercise Help to Prevent Falls Among Elderly Adults?
A recent article in “Evidence-Based Nursing” highlighted the issue of falls for people living in care facilities and the important role that exercise plays in preventing falls. Data presented in … [Read more...]
Physical Activity Helps Older Adults Who Have Heart Disease Become More Independent
Recent information released from the American Heart Association (AHA) emphasizes the importance of physical activity for improving the independence and quality of life of older adults with heart … [Read more...]
[INFOGRAPHIC] Tackling Diabetes Is No Piece of Cake
Facts and statistics about obesity and type 2 diabetes among youth. Type 2 diabetes among children and adolescents has become a public health issue of great importance in the U.S. Here, we’ll take … [Read more...]
Roll Your Way to Good Health
By: BJ Williston, SPARK Trainer and Curriculum Development Consultant Ever wonder why people at the gym are rolling back and forth over those long foam cylinders? It may look like a mini-torture … [Read more...]
Cool Pool Fun
Summer fun for most kids usually includes pool time. Children with special needs may especially benefit for the following reasons: Water provides increased resistance, which may help build … [Read more...]
America’s Obesity Problem
The United States is one of the most overweight nations in the world. According to data from “The State of Obesity-Better Policies for a Healthier America,” every state in the nation currently has … [Read more...]
Measurement of Appetite
It is not uncommon that as people age, especially older adults, they experience a decrease in their appetite. The term “anorexia of ageing” was coined in 1988 by John Morley and is used to describe … [Read more...]
Youth & Yoga
Yoga isn’t just for grown ups anymore. It serves as another fun, physical activity for kids and it has mental and physical benefits. Check out some of these yoga poses in this infographic! … [Read more...]