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Exercise and Fluid Replacement

American College of Sports Medicine | August 1, 2013

By Brad A. Roy, Ph.D., FACSM, FACHE Water composes more than half the human body and is essential in the function of our cells. Temperature maintenance and circulation are but a few vital processes dependent on this important fluid. Thus, an appropriate fluid balance is important to our health and well-being. When we exercise, our body uses various fuels (carbohydrate, … [Read more...]

Ten Healthy Ways to Love Chocolate

American College of Sports Medicine | April 16, 2013

chocolate

Nice-to-Know Facts About Chocolate By James A. Peterson, Ph.D., FACSM A RAVENOUS LOVE AFFAIR. Flavorful seduction. For many people, chocolate has the power to captivate like no other foodstuff. Not surprisingly, a whole lot of chocolate is produced and consumed worldwide annually. In fact, chocolate accounts for almost twice as much in sales each year than all other … [Read more...]

How to Deal with Low Back Pain

American College of Sports Medicine | March 10, 2013

By Brad A. Roy, Ph.D., FACSM, FACHE and Greg Vanichkachorn, M.D. Low back pain is one of the most prevalent medical complaints, affecting nearly every American at some point in his or her lifetime. At any given time, it is estimated that up to one third of the population is experiencing some form of back discomfort that impacts quality of life by interfering with … [Read more...]

10 Things You Should Know About Attitude

American College of Sports Medicine | December 21, 2011

Attitude

1. Having a good attitude is a choice. As such, a person’s state of mind is what that individual makes it. An attitude is nothing more than a habit of thought that is acquired. In that regard, individuals can determine only what they will think about or how they will act in response to their circumstances or events. In other words, individuals choose their own attitude--good or … [Read more...]

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