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I’m James Burns
Jim has always understood the benefits of exercise and is an advocate of helping schools build more activity time into student schedules to keep our children active and above all healthy. Jim is certified by the National Academy Of Sports Medicine (NASM) as a personal trainer and believes that exercise is the first step in reducing stress and becoming balanced mentally, socially, emotionally, and spiritually. As an educator Jim believes that knowledge is power and that everyone should understand the benefits of exercise. “I Trained For A Quadruple Bypass” (contained as part of this newsletter) explains his journey from the understanding one’s own health and how one can ready themselves physical, mentally, and spiritually and do so without fear. Having a history of heart disease and stroke in his family Jim has learned that we are not determined by our genetics we are only influenced, and we can change our response to the influence at any time.
Do Low-Carbohydrate Diets Help Control Blood Sugar and Promote Weight Loss?
Low-carbohydrate diets have gained popularity for their potential benefits in weight loss and blood sugar management. Advocates claim that cutting back on carbohydrates can lead to better glycemic control, reduced insulin resistance, and sustainable weight loss. But...
Why Self Care Is So Important
Teachers on a daily basis are placed under undue stress and tension. The workload may seem like it is never-ending. Just when they think that they have it under control, a memo appears giving them another assignment that creates more anxiety. Daily, teachers feel less...
How Much Do You Want To Weigh?
Or maybe that should read, how much do you want to lose: And how do I do it? Understand that energy is neither created nor destroyed, it’s recycled. In our bodies energy is in the form of calories. Overfill the gas tank and your body goes into storage mode and that’s...
Advantages and Disadvantage of a Plant Based Diet
In recent years, plant-based diets have gained significant popularity, with many people opting to reduce or eliminate animal products from their meals. Whether for health reasons, environmental concerns, or ethical considerations, transitioning to a plant-based diet...
How To Develop A Sustainable Exercise Program
How To Develop A Sustainable Exercise Program Developing a sustainable exercise program involves creating a plan that aligns with your fitness goals, lifestyle, and preferences, while also ensuring long-term adherence. Here’s a step-by-step guide: Set Clear Goals...
How Many Steps Should You Walk Daily to Help Prevent Heart Disease?
Walking is one of the simplest, most effective ways to maintain heart health and prevent cardiovascular disease. While exercise guidelines emphasize the importance of regular physical activity, the question of how many steps you need to take daily for optimal heart...
The Benefits Of Micro Workouts: Fitness In Bite Sized Chunks
In today’s fast-paced world, finding time for a full workout can feel like an impossible task. Between work, family responsibilities, and social obligations, devoting an hour or more to exercise might not always be practical. Enter micro workouts—a fitness trend...
Overcoming Barriers To Exercise
Common Challenges Lack of Motivation: Difficulty in staying consistent. Health Issues: Fear of injury or exacerbating existing conditions. Time Constraints: Finding time for exercise in a busy schedule. Take heart though start small with short walks or daily...
Flexibility and Balance Exercises for Older Adults: A Guide to Staying Active and Independent
As we age, maintaining flexibility and balance becomes essential for overall health, independence, and reducing the risk of falls. Incorporating simple exercises into your daily routine can significantly improve mobility, coordination, and strength, helping older...
Strengthening Your Rotator Cuff
The rotator cuff is comprised of four tendons and a tear in anyone of them can limit a person’s range of motion in a variety of ways. If you have a torn rotator cuff, gentle exercises can help improve strength, flexibility, and stability in the shoulder. However,...