The Benefits of Youth Sports Can Last a Lifetime
Oluyinka Reno, MD Department of Pediatrics Many families understand the importance of having children engage in Youth Sports. Participation in sports offers a host of benefits for children. These …
Why Every Child Should Learn to Swim
By Mark Francis, MD Department of Pediatrics Most children have a natural affinity for the water. Water play is a particularly fun activity for children. However, being around the …
Exercise is Important for Older Adults
By Nancy Swayze, MD Chief of Skilled Nursing Facilities Medical experts agree that older adults (those age 65+) really benefit from regular exercise. Even seniors who have chronic medical …
Can Music Help Improve Your Workout?
By Dr. Robert Harizi Division Chief, Reliant Medical Group Cardiology Ever notice that some people at the gym seem to spend more time finding the right songs for their …
Medical Mythbuster: Do Sit-Ups Make Your Stomach Flat?
Who hasn’t come home and done some sit-ups after an indulgent meal? Unfortunately, doing dozens of sit-up every night isn’t going to give you a flat stomach. The only …
How to Eat Healthy in the New Year
Happy New Year! If you are looking to eat healthy foods, but don’t know where to start, you have come to the right place. Eating Healthy Often Includes Going …
Keeping Kids Active During the “Yucky” Months
Most of us don’t stay as active as we should when the cold weather arrives. For children especially, shorter days and colder temperatures can lead to too many hours …
Nutrition Department Offers Walking Visits
After brainstorming ways to better help patients and make the best use of their time, the Nutrition department came up with the idea of a “walking visit.” This is …
Treadmills vs. Elliptical Machines: What You Should Know
Treadmills and elliptical machines are popular and highly effective ways to work out. There are some advantages in choosing one over the other though. An elliptical machine is less …