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August 6, 2012 by Lisa, RM Director Leave a Comment

Endure The Pain with an Eye on the Gold

Endure The Pain with an Eye on the Gold

Why do Olympic athletes choose to endure the pain of their sports? Vicki looks at how they can inspire us. “Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Attitude, Devotionals, Exercise, What's New?

January 17, 2012 by Lisa, RM Director 1 Comment

Resources and Gadgets to Improve Your Health When You are Chronically Ill

Resources and Gadgets to Improve Your Health When You are Chronically Ill

By Lisa Copen It is the time of year when many people are setting fresh goals regarding their health. For one who is chronically ill, however, it can be discouraging and you can feel a bit helpless at the lack of options … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Articles, Exercise, Links, Our Best Tips, Person w/ Illness, What's New?

February 21, 2010 by Lisa, RM Director 1 Comment

Would You Go to a “Park” if it Had Equipment for Adults?

Here in the United States more people of the senior generation are starting to exercise by using the popular Wii video game platform. But over in London they are currently designing a special outdoor "playground" for those … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Exercise, Health News, Person w/ Illness, What's New? Tagged With: disabilities, Physical therapy

January 26, 2010 by Lisa, RM Director Leave a Comment

Even Minimal Activity Decreases Depression

If you are stuck in a rut right now & feeling the blues of winter you likely have heard how exercise can boost your mood & decrease levels of depression. However, when your body is sore & you are feeling depressed, who … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Depression, Exercise, Our Best Tips, Person w/ Illness, What's New? Tagged With: Depression, Health, Mental Health, Physical exercise, Support Groups

January 24, 2010 by Lisa, RM Director 1 Comment

What Exercise Can I Do While Stuck in Bed?

Got any good ideas for workouts for when you are bed-bound once in a while? Cynthia Jean The most effective exercises to do while bedfast, are called isometrics. These exercises do not involve movement, yet they challenge … [Read more...]

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