Although both the physiological and psychological benefits of regular exercise is already widely known in both scientific and mainstream circles, there are still many who fail to maintain regular exercise regimes. The importance of exercise for both the young and old cannot however be overstated. Exercise is related across the board to measures of happiness and fulfillment. Unfortunately as a result of limited physical activity, there are many older people who remain sedentary. The cost of this on both an individual and societal level looms large. For the individual, there is a loss of autonomy and independence, which cause feelings of loneliness and depression and as a society this costs billions in health care expenditures for the elderly.
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Topics:
Better Breathing,
Active Aging,
Health and Fitness
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Topics:
Better Breathing,
Training,
PowerLung,
Triathletes,
Running,
Athletes,
Swimming,
Coaches,
Active Aging,
Musicians and Vocalists,
Health and Fitness,
Track and Field,
Scuba Diving,
Cycling,
Mountain Biking,
Soccer,
Rowing,
Hockey,
Crossfit,
Competitive Swimming,
Yoga,
Diving
Breathing plays a huge role in our ability to maintain (or begin!) an active lifestyle as we age. Breathing difficulties can make anything from regular jogging to simply walking flights of stairs or playing with grandkids a challenge.
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Active Aging
Every year at this time there is a an emphasis on heart health. Three years ago an article published by Johns Hopkins forecast the following:
This year, about 600,000 Americans will have a heart attack for the first time and another 320,000 will have a repeat attack. About one fifth of them will die.
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Topics:
Better Breathing,
PowerLung,
Active Aging,
Health and Fitness
Did you know that PowerLung recommendations and training programs have been part of books almost since it was introduced? PowerLung is pleased to be included in these publications but what makes us proud is that these authors are providing independent recommendations of our product. Each of them purchased the product, used it, and then documented their use and recommendations.
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Topics:
PowerLung,
Active Aging,
Health and Fitness