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3 weeks ago | 
health.usnews.com | Cedric Bryant |Annika Urban
Key Takeaways Regular physical activity is essential for everyone, including seniors. However, staying active doesn't have to mean traditional exercise like going for a run, especially for those in assisted living. Instead, seniors can benefit from low-impact exercise like stationary cycling, as well as light resistance training and balance exercise. Even gardening and dancing can provide health benefits of physical activity.
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1 month ago | 
massagemag.com | Angela Lehman |Dava Stewart |Cedric Bryant
Proper body mechanics are essential for massage therapists, even when seated. Key principles include proper stool height, balanced weight distribution, an elongated spine, and neutral head positioning to prevent strain and injury. By maintaining good posture and using weight shifts effectively, therapists can reduce stress on their hands and back. A quick self-check before seated work ensures longevity and comfort in a massage career.
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2 months ago | 
msn.com | Cedric Bryant
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2 months ago | 
health.usnews.com | Cedric Bryant |Annika Urban
Getty ImagesClose up of African American athletic woman using rowing machine while working out in a gym. GLP-1 receptor agonists like Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro, have gained significant attention for their effectiveness in managing Type 2 diabetes and promoting weight loss. These medications work by mimicking the effects of a hormone called glucagon-like peptide-1, helping to regulate blood sugar levels, control appetite and improve metabolic health.
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Jan 17, 2025 | 
msn.com | Cedric Bryant
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Jan 17, 2025 | 
health.usnews.com | Cedric Bryant |Annika Urban
Key Takeaways Walking is an accessible form of exercise that can be done almost anywhere, and just 30 minutes per day can reduce your risk of heart disease, diabetes, cancer, depression and other health conditions. Keep walking shoes in your car so that you can feel empowered to go for a short walk any time, whether it’s before an appointment that you’ve arrived early for or at a child’s sporting event.
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Oct 23, 2024 | 
health.usnews.com | Cedric Bryant
Getty ImagesIn the fitness world, there’s a saying that the “best” type of exercise is the one you will do most often. Whether you’re beginning a new exercise program, returning after some time away or simply aiming to maintain your health and fitness as you age, finding something you enjoy is the key to long-term participation and success. For most people, consistency is more important than intensity.
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Jul 17, 2024 | 
msn.com | Cedric Bryant
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Jul 15, 2024 | 
health.usnews.com | Cedric Bryant
Getty ImagesHave you ever wondered about the impact of running on a treadmill versus running outside, or have you considered taking your HIIT workout class outside on the patio rather than working out in your basement? It turns out that the outdoor options can boost the health benefits of your workout. It sounds a bit fantastical, but it’s true: Performing a workout outside yields benefits beyond what you would experience by completing that same workout indoors.
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Jun 10, 2024 | 
health.usnews.com | Cedric Bryant
Key Takeaways: A balanced and compassionate approach to body inclusivity can improve lives while also acknowledging the proven health risks associated with overweight and obesity. BMI and weight aren’t always helpful measures of health. Instead, focus on improving nutrition, adding exercise and reducing stress. Body-inclusive fitness is becoming more mainstream, as the fitness industry has begun using more inclusive language and creating spaces in fitness for all body types.
