NCHPAD NEWS: January 2015
Volume 14, Issue 1
A monthly publication of NCHPAD - the NATIONAL CENTER on HEALTH, PHYSICAL ACTIVITY and DISABILITY http://www.nchpad.org.
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F.I.T.T. Column: Improving Health with an Activity Tracker
Nutrition Spotlight: Exploring the Low Carb Diet
Research Corner: Review of "Energy Expenditure of Nonexercise Activity"
Jeremy's Journey: Adventure at Piccadilly Circus
Training Corner: The Stretch Effect
From the Information Specialists' Desks: Updates and Upcoming Events
F.I.T.T. Column: Improving Health with an Activity Tracker
Activity trackers or monitors are small devices that help track various aspects of daily life, from heart rate to distance covered to calories burned, to help users learn more about and improve their individual fitness levels.
To learn more about potential benefits of using an activity tracker, click here.
Nutrition Spotlight: Exploring the Low Carb Diet
Several "fad" diets are on the market approaching healthy eating and weight loss from a daunting number of angles. This article examines the low carb diet, and includes interviews with two individuals who have tried and are still on it.
To learn more about the low carb diet, click here.
Research Corner: Review of "Energy Expenditure of Nonexercise Activity"
There are several ways to expend energy outside of exercise and typical leisure activities. This research review focuses on the health benefits of energy expenditure associated with nonexercise activities, such as fidgeting.
To learn more about nonexercise energy usage, click here.
Jeremy's Journey: Adventure at Piccadilly Circus
Jeremy Campbell discusses a trip to London's Piccadilly Circus and the process of conquering a seemingly inaccessible environment to reap the full benefit and enjoyment of his vacation and exploration.
To learn more about making your own environment accessible, click here.
Training Corner: The Stretch Effect
Taking stretch breaks throughout the day, especially to break up sedentary time, is an excellent way to improve overall health and prevent secondary conditions that can negatively impact health.
To learn more about stretch breaks and specific stretches to try, click here.
From the Information Specialists' Desks: Updates and Upcoming Events