You Don’t Need a Total Reset, Just These Daily Moves (by Anya Willis @ fitkids.info)
Posted by TAMI FIERLE
Every day, you're making micro-decisions about how you feel. Whether it's reaching for your phone before your feet hit the floor or skipping breakfast to jump into emails, these moves add up. Most people aren’t neglecting their wellness out of apathy — they’re overwhelmed. The good news? Well-being isn’t a single heroic overhaul. It’s rhythm, not revolution. With the right structure, you can build stability, clarity, and energy without sacrificing your day. Here are seven small but impactful moves that help you feel and function better — starting now.
Polar Life Pod® (PLP) - Take Safety of Your Student-Athlete to the Next Level
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is an effective and potentially lifesaving cooling method that is easy for athletic trainers to transport, setup and keep on the sidelines for immediate use. Visit TRK Medical Products for more information or call our office at (770) 868-7608.
8 Tips for Running When Getting Older (By VIVE Health, Jessica Hegg, June 14, 2022)
Posted by TAMI FIERLE
Running isn’t just for the young anymore. In fact, an increasing number of older adults are running into their 50s and 60s. The benefits include improved cardiovascular health, greater endurance, and a boost in independence and self-esteem. However, running isn't a hobby you should pick up lightly, no matter your age. To avoid injury and maximize the benefits, remember to keep all of these tips in mind; Stretch Beforehand, Prioritize Arch Support, Utilize a Wearable Fitness Tracker, Develop Good Form, Heat and Ice Afterward, Take Regular Breaks, Recover After Your Run, Incorporate Running Into a Balanced Workout Regimen.
Forever Fit: Motivation Tips for Exercise as We Age (By VIVE Health, Jessica Hegg, January 23, 2024 )
Posted by TAMI FIERLE
Most people know that exercise is good for them, and many have even been proactive enough to start a regular exercise routine. But after the first few weeks, we often find that getting motivated to work out isn’t as easy as it used to be. To get all the benefits of your physical activity, it’s important to stick to your fitness goals, and that means staying motivated.
How to Determine Which Cold Therapy Machine is Best for Post-Surgical Recovery
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An ice machine for surgery and/or injury rehab is a specialized device designed to provide targeted cold therapy to the affected body area.
Unlike traditional ice packs or cold compresses, these machines circulate chilled water continuously, ensuring that the targeted area receives consistent and prolonged cold treatment.
Polar Life Pod® 'Ideal' For Heat Stroke Survival
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The Polar Life Pod® (PLP), manufactured by Polar Products in Stow, Ohio, was compared to the National Athletic Trainers' Association's (NATA) recommended cooling immersion tub for heat illness in a recent research study conducted by Kevin Miller, PhD, AT, ATC, at Central Michigan University. This product offers a new, efficient and innovative way to treat someone suffering from exertional heat stroke (EHS). "In our laboratory study, the Polar Life Pod® cooled subjects at rates considered 'ideal' for exertional heatstroke victims and required less resources than other methods of cooling," Miller stated.
Heat vs Cold Therapy: which one is right for you?
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