Understanding Restrictive Lung Disease
Restrictive Lung Disease What is it? There are over 200 Restrictive Lung Diseases (RLD), grouped by performance on pulmonary function tests. With RLD, there is
Cardiovascular Disease and Exercise
What is cardiovascular disease (CVD)? Disorders involving the heart and circulation include coronary heart disease, stroke, and heart failure. CVD is the leading cause of
Can Physical Activity Help Diabetes?
What is Diabetes Mellitus? Diabetes Mellitus (DM) occurs when blood glucose is poorly controlled. Type 1 diabetes mellitus (TIDM) is caused by an autoimmune process
How to Train for a Half Marathon
Training for a half marathon can be challenging. Sticking to a training plan can be difficult, especially if you don’t know where to start. We
How Many Calories Do You Need?
Every day we face many decisions about our diet. When should I eat? How many times a day should I eat? What types of food?
How to use Heart Rate to Dose Exercise
Finding a reliable and easy way to measure intensity while exercising can be challenging. Heart rate can serve as a quick tool to guide your