10/16/2006
You’ve heard you need to exercise and you may have heard the term cardio. Well, I’m here to tell you that any cardio is good. Cardiovascular exercise is any type of exercise that increases the work of the heart and lungs. From running and walking, to swimming, biking, Stairmaster, and rowing -- the physical benefits of cardio exercise are numerous. You can reduce your risk of heart diseaseheart disease, improve blood cholesterol levels, improve heart function, reduce your risk of osteoporosisosteoporosis and improve muscle mass. So the key is cardio, no matter the type or time.
Fall is football season, which means a trip to the emergency room for many parents. Unfortunately, concussions come with the sport. But there’s no excuse for you as a parent not to know what to do if your child gets one. So St. John’s is here to help. We’re offering a seminar on concussions tomorrow night starting at 6:30 p.m. You’ll hear from a neurologist, speech therapist, athletic trainer and more. So mark it on your calendar for tomorrow night at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call St. John’s Referral One at 625-2000 or log onto stj.com.
