Athletico Health Resources

As many of us know, the holiday season is a time filled with joy and cheer, but it can also bring about feelings of stress, anxiety, guilt and even grief in some cases. In addition to being out of our usual routine due to hosting family or traveling, it can also be challenging to continue healthy habits. We might find ourselves surrounded by family and loved ones with different expectations or views of the world, and it is very easy to feel stressed in these situations. Below are some strategies to help when the holidays start to feel a bit overwhelming.

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Becoming a parent is an exhilarating and rewarding journey, but it can also be exhausting at times. Between sleepless nights, diaper changes, and constant attention to your little one, finding time for yourself can be challenging. However, taking care of your own well-being is crucial to being the best parent you can be. One effective way to boost your energy levels and improve your overall mood is through a quick workout routine. In this blog, we will explore a simple, yet effective workout specifically designed for new parents who need a much-needed energy boost.

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MYTH: You must stop doing high impact exercise as you age and perform low impact activities instead.

FACT: We know that as we age, it is common to lose strength and power. However, that does not mean you have to avoid higher impact activities.

Many people are active when they are younger through sports, running, and other activities. As we get older, we tend to decrease high impact activities. Sometimes this is due to a previous injury, reoccurring pain, or a fear of getting hurt.

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In today’s fast-paced and hectic world, staying active and maintaining a healthy lifestyle can sometimes feel like a challenge. However, by tapping into your most active self, you can unlock your full potential and lead a more energetic and fulfilling life. Whether you’re looking to kick-start a new fitness routine or revitalize your existing one, these five tips will help you reconnect with your most active self and embrace a lifestyle of vitality.

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Regular exercise is key to a long and healthy life. While there are countless exercise styles, methods, and equipment, the most important aspect is picking an exercise that we are most likely to stick with. Have you ever been curious to try exercising outside? When people run past you on the sidewalk, or complete a set of pull-ups while your children are on the playground, do you wish you could do the same thing? These outdoor exercisers may be on to something, and we could all benefit from more fresh air during our next workout.

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Connection with your child can take many forms over the arc of parenting. From the days of dependency in early life, to watching them become their own person – parents are always searching out ways to connect with their children.

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Working out can mean many things. It does not have to mean lifting heavy weights or participating in a jazzercize class. Working out is an essential part of life to encourage a healthy living lifestyle. Exercise can help to improve brain activity, bone and muscle strength, and ability to perform activities of daily living, as well as reduce weight and risk of chronic disease.

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Let’s face it, life can be stressful. Whether it’s stress from work, home, friends, etc., it can come from anywhere. It can trigger us to start choosing bad habits, and these bad habits can add up over time, becoming detrimental to our health. The higher amounts of stress that someone has, the higher the likelihood that they will have some form of mental and physical health issues. In an effort to stave off these possible negative outcomes, it is important that we practice some self-care in order to decrease our stress levels to a manageable degree. As a physical therapist, here are my go-to essentials for practicing self-care.

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