Even as life expectancy is rising in many places across the U.S., there are some places where lifespans are getting shorter and geographical inequalities are becoming more pronounced, a new study suggests. Nationwide in 2014, the average life expectancy was about 79.1 years, up 5.3 years from 1980, the study found. For men, life expectancy climbed from 70 years to… Read More
If you suffer from chronic pain, make sure you get plenty of sleep, say researchers from Boston Children's Hospital and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, who found that sleep loss increases pain sensitivity. Can't get more sleep? Then drink a cup of coffee, which also can help you cope with pain. Both getting more sleep and drinking coffee (or taking… Read More
Hundreds of studies show that teas bestow a multitude of health benefits. And with teas ranging from mild green to robust Earl Grey along with a wide variety of herbal teas, you're sure to find one to suit your taste — and your ailment. Below are different types of tea along with their health benefits. Black A study published in… Read More
Changes in your hair -- whether it's graying hair or hair loss -- are a bane of aging. But if new research in mice pans out in humans, you could one day cross worries about your mane off your list of concerns about getting older. That's because researchers accidentally pinpointed skin cells linked to gray hair and balding while they… Read More
Tossing out the salt shaker may not be enough for your heart health. Most of the salt that Americans consume comes from processed foods and restaurant meals, a new study finds. In a sampling of 450 U.S. adults, only 10 percent of salt, or sodium, in their diet came from food prepared at home. About half of that was added… Read More
There are more benefits to gardening than blossoming flowers and fresh produce. It's also an opportunity to stay active while enjoying the outdoors. With thousands of people getting treated in emergency rooms for gardening-related injuries, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) wants to ensure that outdoor gardeners are practicing safety first. Research from the National Electronic Injury Surveillance System… Read More
If getting through life without stress is a goal, it�s possible that expectations have been set a little too high. While it�s an excellent idea to limit stress as much as possible, it�s next to impossible to eliminate it completely. But is stress really that harmful? Or is it more like poor posture or back pain � an inevitable part… Read More
Samuel Baldwin, captain in the United States army, was looking for the opportunity to train more when he found Push-as-Rx �� and he was immediately hooked. Samuel Baldwin believes Push as Rx is different from other gyms, with an environment where all the people and coaches are goal setters. Samuel Baldwin's life was impacted by Push-as-Rx �� to become better… Read More
Joseph Sedysa participated in many sports in order to push his body to the limit. Serious to continue challenging himself physically and mentally, Joseph came to Push-as-Rx �� where he found the drive to stay healthy. The trainers at Push as Rx give Joseph Sedysa the right push to get him through the day. Eager to become stronger, Joseph continues… Read More
Mike Contreras, trainer at Push-as-Rx ��, started out as a regular member with the intention to exercise and become fit. As time passed on, he began training people and developed a passion for the fitness of others. Mike enjoys motivating and helping others achieve their goals. Mike Contreras is thankful to all his clients for believing in him and allowing… Read More