Recent studies have found that a poor diet decreases overall wellness and longevity, including increasing the risk of developing certain cancers. In 2019, a study published in JNCI Cancer Spectrum estimated that 5.2 percent of new invasive cancer cases in 2015...
To gain the full benefits of exercise, you must train on a sustained basis. In order to keep training regularly, it is of the utmost importance to train in a way that protects your joint structures. This is especially true for those of you who exercise as a way to...
By Kate Check Researchers from Australia, Italy, the U.S. and Norway conducted a study to examine independent and related associations of diet and physical activity with all-cause, cardiovascular disease and cancer mortality. The study involved 346,627 participants...
Why exercise? Well, most people would say to lose weight, maintain strength and cardiovascular fitness, and maintain flexibility. In group exercise settings there is also the benefit of camaraderie and accountability. But how about to maintain balance,...
By Brigit Lim, MPT As pandemic restrictions lift, more people are planning vacations to see loved ones or just enjoying getting out to see the world. To help people enjoy themselves, we at FPT wanted to offer a few travel tips for helping people stay healthy on their...
It is often difficult to keep our weight in check during the holiday season. Between holiday office snacks, holiday parties, and feasting on the actual holidays, there are many opportunities to let your sweet tooth rule your dietary choices this time of year. To...