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Are you Movin’ and Groovin’? American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Guidelines for Exercise

Month: April, 2018

Are you Movin’ and Groovin’? American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Guidelines for Exercise

Moving and Groovin

Inactivity is considered one of four major factors contributing to premature mortality. Research shows that regular structured physical activity can have many benefits including decreased risk of coronary artery disease (CAD), stroke, diabetes (type 2), and some forms of cancer (e.g. colon and breast cancers).1 Regular structured exercise can also improve sense of well-being and lower the risk of cognitive decline and dementia.2,3,4 The American College of Sports Medicine has outlined the recommended dosages of Cardiovascular, Resistance, Flexibility, and Neuromotor (balance, coordination, agility, and gait) exercise.

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Are You Falling? Can Physical Therapy Help?

It has been noted that falls account for an increase in mortality and mobility in the older adult. It has been said that approximately 30-40% of people >65 years of age fall at least 1 time a year.1,2 Medical costs for fatal and non-fatal falls accounts for $19 billion and $.2 billion dollars respectively.3 The following are factors which may contribute to an elevated fall risk: Continue Reading »