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NCHPAD - Building Healthy Inclusive Communities

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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


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