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Four Exercises You Can Do at Home While Watching TV

Four Exercises You Can Do at Home While Watching TV
Watching television can be a fun way to spend a night at home. We all have our shows. "Are you still watching?" "Yes, Netflix! I am" While it is fun to binge-watch a television show, sitting for long periods can be detrimental to your health. Fear not – we have 4 Exercises you can do at home while watching TV Here are some exercises you can do while enjoying a good show! Sit-To-Stand Leg Figure Eights Elevated Mountain Climbers Tricep Dips Need help getting started? These exer...
Posted on 2021-06-17

Get On and Off the Floor

Get On and Off the Floor
Get On and Off the Floor A series of studies suggest that if you can go from standing to sitting on the floor and back to standing without using your hands, you're a lot less likely to die than someone who can't. It's called the sitting-rising test. Here's how it works: You start standing, and without support, you sit down on the floor, then stand back up. You start with a score of 10. Every time you put a hand, knee, forearm, or the side of your leg on the floor you lose 1 point.&nbs...
Posted on 2021-04-06

What is an Athletic Trainer?

What is an Athletic Trainer?
Athletic trainers hold at least a four-year degree from a BOC (Board of Certification) accredited institution. They are licensed, certified health professionals working with athletes on and off the field. Generally, they are the first responders when injuries occur during sporting events. Athletic trainers work closely with coaches and parents and will refer athletes to other health care professionals such as physicians, physical therapists and surgeons when needed. Athletic trainer's hours ...
Posted on 2021-03-09