The circulating blood in your body creates pressure on the walls of the blood vessels – known as blood pressure. When this pressure is in the normal range, the circulatory system works well, and the heart can pump blood effectively to the entire body. There are two numbers used in a blood pressure measurement. The […]
American Heart Month – ABC’s of Heart Disease
February is American Heart Month. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States; however, it is largely preventable. The first step toward heart health is understanding your risk of heart disease. Here are the ABCs of heart disease: Lower your chance of developing heart disease by decreasing the risk factors that […]
Fitness Tips for Holiday Travels
We’re coming up on the holidays. It’s the usual time for indulgences. It’s also an easy time to slack off on our regular workouts. If you’re traveling this season, maintaining consistency is especially challenging. Moreover, depending on where you’re headed, you may not have access to the regular equipment you use. Sure, you can do […]