As spring arrives, it can be a motivation to get outside and be more active. Take advantage of the changing weather and get moving! Last month’s article was about the detrimental effects of a sedentary lifestyle and its impact on the cardiovascular, digestive, skeletal and nervous system. Now, lets talk about all the ways to combat that. Not everyone has the time or ability to get to the gym for a workout. I used to believe that if I could not get in an hour-long workout then it was not worth … [Read more...] about Simple Strategies to an Active Lifestyle
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Surviving, Thriving in Cold Weather with Chronic Pain
Have you ever wondered why as soon as the temperature outside begins to drop, your body begins to ache more? As the colder weather settles in, it also moves into our bones and joints. For people suffering from arthritis and other inflammatory conditions, cold weather and lower barometric pressure mean increase in pain, stiffness of joints and a constant feeling of cold. This happens because the inflammation in our joints (hips, knees, hands, feet, elbows and shoulders) can swell, and the … [Read more...] about Surviving, Thriving in Cold Weather with Chronic Pain