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Confronting Barriers To Exercise In Patients With Chronic Health: Community Health Improvement Project In The Lewiston/Auburn Area Concerns, Marie R. Lemay
Confronting Barriers To Exercise In Patients With Chronic Health: Community Health Improvement Project In The Lewiston/Auburn Area Concerns, Marie R. Lemay
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The CDC recommends at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity every week, but most individuals with chronic disease do not reach this goal despite its numerous health benefits. Research has shown that scheduled exercise programs and exercise partners help individuals to sustain their exercise goals. Using this premise of group mentality individuals affected from cancer at the Dempsey center and patients attending CMMC’s diabetes group in Lewiston ME were polled about exercise self –efficacy and barriers to exercise. Subsequently, a one-time walking event was offered to the diabetes group and a phone-tree was introduced to one yoga class at …
Promoting Physical Activity Using Walking Poles In Senior Citizens Of Southern Vermont's Deerfield Valley Region, Siyeon A. Seong
Promoting Physical Activity Using Walking Poles In Senior Citizens Of Southern Vermont's Deerfield Valley Region, Siyeon A. Seong
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Walking poles have been shown to be beneficial in increasing physical activity and improving functional outcomes. Walking poles have been recommended during patient encounters using an informational pamphlet at Deerfield Valley Health Center in Wilmington, VT.