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Move to stay healthy
I came across an interesting article recently which reviewed the findings of exercise researcher Dr Steven Blair. Dr Blair hails from the University of South Carolina and has spent years looking at the links between levels of physical activity and the effects those levels have on life long health. His research has been widely reviewed and helps shape both public policy and perceptions as to the importance of physical activity in the individual health equation. What struck me in particular was the need to talk more about getting people off … Read the rest of this post
Posted in Avoiding Injury, Children's Health, Men's Health, Senior's Health, Women's Health
Tagged exercise, healthy living, obesity
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C.O.A.C.H Obesity Network
Something different for the blog this month. West 4th Physio associate Marj Belot brought this to our collective attention. This is an excellent initiative that we hope readers will support. We have included the Health Canada recommended activity guidelines in our online library. Please feel free to download them (or tactfully pass them on to those you think could benefit!). They are available here: http://www.west4thphysio.com/resources/library Help Canadians find credible weight management resources: Support COACH today! The Canadian Obesity Network (CON) is currently working with its partners, members and the public … Read the rest of this post
Posted in Avoiding Injury, Children's Health, Men's Health, Senior's Health, Women's Health
Tagged diet, exercise, injury prevention, obesity
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