Posts Tagged ‘movement’
The Relationship Between Movement and Mood
Written by: Ed Sherako, CFW Health Fitness Specialist Movement has the ability to impact mood. Fact. Sometimes a frustrated golfer may throw their club into a water hazard… in which they just hit the ball. This was not the plan when the golf bag was loaded into the car. The golfer’s mood “swung” in a…
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Written by: Manny Vera, Health Fitness Specialist It is no secret that movement has a positive impact to our health. It is significant enough that big organizations such as the American College Of Sports Medicine, Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, American Heart Association have physical activity recommendations for the average healthy adult. These guidelines…
Read MoreBack to Basics
Written by: Manny Vera, Health Fitness Specialist It’s easy to get lost in all the new fitness trends. There is a vast amount of knowledge out there and it is common to read up on what is considered “the best way.” It is important to remember that this is subjective and should be used as…
Read MoreWhy does Movement Matter?
Written by: Morgan Shawler, CFW Health Fitness Program Manager The word movement can be used in many different ways; whether you are making a change or doing something physical, it’s a movement! Today’s focus is on how physical movement matters. While there are many physically demanding jobs, the modern American with an office job sits…
Read MoreThe True Meaning of “Fitness”
Written by: Syreeta McDonald, CFW Health & Fitness Professional The definition of fitness can be interpreted in a variety of ways and the meaning can vary from person to person. One definition is the state or condition of being physically sound and healthy, especially as the result of exercise and proper nutrition[1].In the fitness profession,…
Read MoreUsing Apps to Get You Moving & Motivated
Written by: Mary Rosenthol, CFW Health and Fitness Professional Midweek and it’s raining again. The kids are trying to do online classes. I have been at my desk for a couple of hours and my back is beginning to hurt. Does this scenario sound familiar? Life is nothing like it was compared to just a…
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