Running is one of the most common forms of exercise in the world. You can do it almost anywhere and need very minimal equipment. Judging by the latest barefoot or minimalist running trend, some would argue that you don’t need any equipment at all. This infographic illustrates some of the more common running injuries, how […]
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Coffee and/or tea are a part of the daily lives of most of us. The caffeine found in these drinks is often given a bad rap when it comes to health effects. This infographic aims to illustrate some negative effects of caffeine consumption as well as point out some other interesting caffeine facts including some negatives of
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Most people spend a significant portion of their workday sedentary. Just because people are at work doesn’t mean they can’t get any exercise at all. This infographic shows some simple exercises that can be done while at your desk job and also describes some of the most common chronic injuries that happen as a result
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Many infographics are over-long and get a bit boring. This one is short and to the point. Here’s a nice little infographic that illustrates two major components of physical therapy in the United States: breakdown of where physical therapists work comparison of physical therapist to other health care professions One interesting factoid that it also points
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Are mobile devices destroying your body? This infographic illustrates the effect that using a wireless or mobile device has on your health whether it be postures used when using the devices, the dangers of being distracted by our smartphones, or even their effects on our eyesight, your hearing and your sleeping. We spend countless hours
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Here’s a nice little infographic on bone facts. Many of the facts are well known but there are a few that may surprise you. Have a read. How many did you know?
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Your smartphone can actually help you stay healthy. There are numerous great apps available to help you with health-related tasks such as tracking glucose, insulin and medications, tracking your fitness routine, providing nutritional information when eating out or at home, and so much more. This infographic highlights some of the top sports, fitness and wellness
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Wearing high heels can cause many health risks, not only to your feet but to your entire body. This infographic points out some of the main problems that can occur when you insist on sacrificing health for fashion. [Click the image for a full-size version] You may also be interested in: Anatomy of Walking (infographic)
Walking has long been known to be a great activity for maintaining health. This infographic from everybodywalk.org illustrates some of the benefits that are achieved by working regular walks into your routine. Some of the benefits are obvious and well known while others may surprise you. Walk your way to better health. Please… leave us your
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Here’s a fun infographic that illustrates the human body as a subway map. The various systems are color coded and broken down into the following: arterial CNS digestive lymphatic musculoskeletal (musculetal?) respiratory urinary venous Credit for creating the infographic should apparently go to Sam Loman. [Click image for larger version]
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