4 Steps to Healthy Aging in Your 60s and Beyond
Learn four different ways that older adults can maintain their health throughout the years and why doing so is crucial…
Desk-Friendly Stretches to Improve Your Mood and Productivity
Sitting at a desk all day and typing for most of it can cause all sorts of aches and pains. In addition to making sure your workstation is ergonomically designed and taking plenty of walk breaks, you can regularly stretch your body to keep yourself limber. Studies have shown that regular breaks to move your…
When to Use Heat or Ice for Muscle Aches or Injuries
Both heat and ice can be used to help minor injuries heal faster. Learn when it’s best to use heat…
Not Following a Running Program? Why You May Need One
If you think running increases your risk of osteoarthritis, think again. Researchers found that recreational runners have a lower risk for knee and hip arthritis than people who sit most of the day. The key to going from sitting on the couch to running a 5K without pain is to build up to it. Follow…
It Only Takes 11 Minutes of Moderate Exercise Per Day to Be Healthier
You probably already know that regular exercise is important for good health. You might have also heard that the gold standard is 150 minutes of moderate exercise per week. Although this is still true, there’s good news if you’re one of the many people who find it difficult to squeeze that amount of exercise into…
Consistency Over Perfection: Your Path to Healthier Habits in the New Year
As we step into the new year, St. Dominic’s Fitness Center invites you to make a healthy change in your life today. Mike Schlatter, Fitness Center manager, said his No. 1 health tip is to “build consistency over perfection.” The start of a new year often comes with ambitious resolutions, but all too often, those…
Weekend Warriors: Protecting Your Body While Staying Active
For many adults, weekends are prime time to get active. Whether it’s running, cycling, basketball or hiking, these short bursts of intense activity can energize your week. But they also come with a risk of injuries. Pain, strains or sprains don’t have to bench you. With the right prevention and care, you can stay active…
How to Actually Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions
January brings hope. But by the second Friday of the new year, often dubbed Quitter’s Day, many people begin drifting away from their New Year’s resolutions. That’s not because you lack willpower. It’s because change is hard and habits take time to build. The good news? You can stick with your goals with the right mindset and tools. Why Most People…
