Category: Motivation

Stay active and healthy

Staying active is one of the best things you can do for your body, but aches, pains and injuries can sometimes slow you down. By Jason B. Friedman, MD, Sports Medicine, Nuvance Health Medical Practice  Whether you’re an athlete, an occasional hiker or someone looking to move more, sports medicine offers specialized care to help you […]

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How to achieve physical, mental and emotional wellness for better overall health

Achieving wellness goals can seem overwhelming at first, but if you carve out time to reflect on your lifestyle and think about changes that could better yourself, achieving wellness goals can be simpler than you think! By Nuvance Health Medical Practice Primary Care Providers By setting wellness goals, you are actively working toward a healthier version […]

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Beyond BMI and the number on the scale

Although BMI can be used to assess risk factors for individuals carrying extra weight, it is not a one-size-fits-all measure to set weight loss goals or determine a healthy weight.

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How to run a mile and more

This time of year is a great time to get out and enjoy a leisurely run. You can gradually start a running program with a little commitment and dedication.

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Fun family activities for summer

Staying at home for the past year-plus has not only disrupted routines and 9-to-5 work schedules, but the added stress and pressures of home schooling and mask-wearing has led to extra hours in front of electronic devices and unhealthy snacking habits. It is time to get the family’s fitness back on track.

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Too tired for exercise?

With our busy lives, fatigue is the last thing we want to deal with. A lack of energy can decrease our daily productivity, affect our focus and interfere with quality sleep. Luckily, there are some simple ways we can get that wonderful energy boost.

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No Gym? No Problem

Sure, you can deadlift with dumbbells, hoist heavy metal plates on weight machines or reach for resistance bands. But you can also get an effective, fun and safe strengthening workout using equipment you carry with you every day: the weight of your own body.

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