Taking up adaptive sports – Harvard Health

Taking up adaptive sports – Harvard Health

A physical disability or other limitations do not have to keep you from activities that improve your health. Health guidelines recommend that adults get at least 150 minutes per week of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise, or at least 75 minutes of vigorous exercise. The activities you choose don’t matter as long as they get you moving. … Read more

French fries versus almonds: Calorie for calorie, which comes out on top? – Harvard Health

French fries versus almonds: Calorie for calorie, which comes out on top? – Harvard Health

In a perfect world, enjoying a daily serving of French fries instead of almonds would be a simple option, and there would be no negative consequences to selecting the salty and fried option. But a Harvard expert says we should take the findings of a new study supporting this scenario with, er, a grain of … Read more

Exercises and stretches to keep your feet healthy – Harvard Health

Exercises and stretches to keep your feet healthy – Harvard Health

Exercising your feet regularly not only improves your overall foot health, but can also reduce your risk of injury. Before you walk or do any other exercise, take a few minutes to march in place as a warm-up. Then try some of the quick exercises below to stretch and strengthen your foot muscles. Then hit … Read more