Staying Active & Better Balanced (Continued)
IT’S NEVER TOO LATE You don’t need to grow up as an athlete to enjoy exercise as an adult. There is no point in your life where it is too late to start being more active than you currently are.Thereareplentyofways to incorporate lightactivity intoyour lifestyle,suchas: • Taking a walk in the evening with your family • Wearing a pedometer and trying to take more steps every day • Joiningyour localcommunitycenterandusing thepool toswim lapsseveral times a week • Engaging in light weight training at home before work • Taking a yoga class These are just several examples of how you could incorporate more activity into your lifestylewithoutmakingmany largechangestoyourwayof life. Ifyoufeelthat your physical health or an old injury is holding you back from being active, contact us. Working with a physical therapist can help you achieve improved balance and a healthy lifestyle. If you’re suffering from back or neck pain, call Ascent Physical Therapy at 503.427.0118 to schedule your appointment today, or visit ascentptnw.com for more information.
Thinkaboutthepercentageoftimethatyouspendworkingduringtheweek.Formost people this number is well over 40 hours per week!Then consider how much time is spent driving to and from work and around town on errands, and then consider the time spent doing things you have to do at home, like the dishes or the laundry. Thenreallythinkabouthowmuchtimeyouarespendingdoingthethingsthatmake you feel better — including those hobbies that you love, but also being active and engaging with the people you care about. Partofbecomingamorebalancedpersonmeansfindingways tospendyour time more wisely and taking more time for yourself as needed.
Improve Balance In Minutes! Try this simple exercise to keep you moving
Healthy Seasonal Recipe
• 10 tbsp cocoa powder • 6 tbsp maple syrup • 1/4 cup almond butter • 1/4 cup unflavored pea protein powder • ½ tsp peppermint extract • 1/4 tsp sea salt • 2-4 tbsp crushed candy canes • 2-4 tbsp dairy free chocolate chips (optional) CHOCOL ATE PEPPERMINT PROTEIN BALLS
IMPROVES BALANCE
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Put everything except the candy cane or cacao nibs, chocolate chips and water into a bowl and mix well. Slowly add water if needed (You may not need any water if your almond butter is runny). Start with a teaspoon and slowly add until you get a well mixed batter. If you add too much then the batter will be too soft to roll. Add the candy canes/cacao nibs and chocolate chips and mix again. Allow to chill in the fridge while you clean up, then roll into balls. Recipe:https://www.veggiesdontbite.com/no-bake-chocolate-peppermint-protein-balls
Sit to Stand Start by scooting close to the front of the chair. Next, lean forward at your trunk, reach forward with your arms, and rise to standing without using your hands to push off from the chair or other object. Use your arms as a counter-balance by reaching forward when in sitting and lower them as you approach standing. Repeat 15 times.
For more information, call Ascent Physical Therapy at 503.427.0118 or visit our website at ascentptnw.com
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