By Nancy Alexander, PT, CSCS “Walking is man’s best medicine,” said Hippocrates. Carrie Latet once referred to it as, “Walking: the most ancient exercise and still the best modern exercise.” …
Do Weighted Vests Improve Bone Health?
By Nancy Alexander, PT, CSCS As you get older you might be wondering how you can help prevent bone loss. If you already have decreased bone density such as osteoporosis or osteopenia, you know that …
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Pop Quiz: Test Your Fitness Knowledge
By Nancy Alexander, PT, CSCS We take a lot of pride in our teaching here at the Living Well Academy. Colleges and universities host final exams this time of year. So why not offer a learning …
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Height Loss as You Age Matters: 5 Tips to Decrease Your Risk
By Nancy Alexander, PT, CSCS After one of my online classes recently, a woman asked if it was true that we get shorter with age. “My doctor said we do but I don’t want to believe him,” she added …
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Turn Doubt Into Doing
By Nancy Alexander, PT, CSCS September is National Fall Prevention Awareness Month and that brings me to this month’s topic. When you think of fall risks, I’m sure there are some things that come …
7 Tips to a Healthier Heart
By Nancy Alexander, PT, CSCS February is American Heart Month, a time when all people can focus on their cardiovascular health. Did you know that people who have close relationships at home, work, …