This short infographic illustrates to potential dangers and long lasting effects of not getting enough sleep. Lack of sleep affects both body and mind. Interesting key points: lack of sleep makes you crave salty, fatty foods lack of sleep can make you drive like a drunk lack of sleep makes you more likely to get […]
Here’s another nice infographic, this time about the perils of cushy running shoes. Barefoot or minimalist running is all the rage these days. This illustration points out some of the history of running shoes as well as a few common ailments that are now being blamed on the increased heel strike often associated with running
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Physical activity is essential for combating many physical problems yet current figures suggest that older Americans aren’t getting enough. This infographic effectively breaks the numbers down for you. Highlights: 22% of those 65 and older report regular physical activity estimated cost of falling injuries by 2020 is $32.3 billion 4 in 10 of people 65
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This is a great infographic about the negative effects of sitting. It was created by Medical Billing & Coding and is definitely worth a look. A few of the interesting items on the graphic are: we spend more time sitting than sleeping sitting 6+ hours a day makes you 40% more likely to die within
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The Wellnes Blog at TIME.com recently posted a story describing a study done that showed the significant benefits a of Physical Therapy program on the reduction of postpartum depression in new moms. The study was conducted by the University of Melbourne’s Physiotherapy Department and was published in the journal Physical Therapy. In it the researchers found
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