It’s bad enough that inactivity can turn your muscles to Jell-O. Can it do the same to your brain? “The evidence is fairly solid that people who are more physically active are at lower risk for cognitive decline and dementia,” says Constantine Lyketsos, director of the division of geriatric psychiatry and neuropsychiatry at Johns Hopkins […]
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The cost of inactivity – cancer
“The evidence is fairly clear now that men and women who are physically active have a 30 to 40 percent lower risk of colon cancer compared to individuals who are not active,” says Harvard’s I-Min Lee, who examined dozens of studies. Experts have several theories that might explain how physical activity protects the colon. ” […]
The ten do’s for self confidence
1. Acknowledge your defeats, then let them go 2. Answer all compliments with “thank you” 3. Constantly affirm your positive self-concept and create a positive system in other people 4. Actively pursue goals and declare your vision and your mission 5. Share your vision with friends and coaches 6. Support your friends who play, work […]
Good trainer or coach
A good trainer or coach has the ability to get people to do things that they don’t want to do in order to have things that they want to have. -Tom Landry
The cost of inactivity – diabetes
“The one thing that seems to deteriorate quickest with inactivity is insulin sensitivity,” says Ben Hurley, a professor of kinesiology at the university of Maryland at College park. Type 2 diabetes by far the most common kind occurs when the body becomes insensitive, or resistant, to insulin in the blood. When insulin stops working, blood […]
Simple tips for healthy eating
1. Eat slowly and stop when you are full This might sound obvious, but many people forget this, especially when they’re really hungry. Take your time and chew each bite thoroughly so you’re more aware of when you’ve had your fill. Stop when you’re full, even if it means leaving a few delicious bites on […]
Muscle cramps
Muscle cramps are painful, sustained contractions of all of the muscle fibers in a muscle. They can last for just a few seconds or continue for several hours. Although cramps can occur during sleep, they usually occur during intense exercise. No athlete or fitness buff in any sport is immune to this common condition. Thera […]