by Dan | May 16, 2011 | Exercise, Motivation, Weather, Wellness/Health
I was not the only one happy with having some sunny weather, even if the temperature is still cooler than usual. I got to spend the day outside, went for a run, bike ride, and then some yard work. Here, Buddy is relaxing, catching some rays, but he got to go for a walk earlier with Sarah….
…and then he got to run around the yard the rest of the day. It is amazing what sunshine can do to your mood, and overall attitude. This kind of weather is long overdue, and hopefully, the trend continues. After such a long winter, we all deserve some great weather. Enjoy everybody!
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1329
by Dan | May 14, 2011 | Equipment, Exercise, weight lifting, Wellness/Health
Lunges: Rest your back leg on a ball and just bend and straighten your front knee. This is also great for balance. Either do repetitions, or hold for up to 1 minute, or what you are able to do.
Back Extensions: Do these exercises if you do not have any back problems. Rest your body on the ball and put your toes on the floor. Your hands can be behind your head, or straight at your side, and then lean forward, then straighten your back. Hold for 10-20 seconds. Relax, and then repeat.
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1327
by kelsey | May 11, 2011 | Diabetes
Thank you Dr. Kimaku and Dr. Likness for helping us out! Our patients and community members appreciated having the doctors there to answer all of their diabetic questions!
Medtronic was one of our 9 vendors that was present at the diabetes fair. Here are a few of our patients checking out the insulin pump products.
We are looking forward to doing another one in the fall with featured speaker(s)….stay tuned for details then!
-Kelsey
by Dan | May 11, 2011 | Equipment, Exercise, Wellness/Health
TRIPLE MOVE–Lie on your back with your knees bent first and resting on the ball. Press your feet into the ball and lift your hips until your body is completely straight from head to foot. While balancing one foot on top of the ball, bring the opposite knee toward your chest, the return. Bring the other knee toward your chest, then return. Then return to the starting position on the floor. Keep repeating.
PUSH-UPS with BALL–Rest your legs, knees, shins, or toes on the ball, and then either hold for up to 1 minute, or do regular push-ups as you are able.
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1324
by kelsey | May 9, 2011 | Diabetes
Our diabetes fair last week was a great success! Thank you to all who attended! We had multiple booths offering great information about diabetes supplies, self care, medications, etc. Diabetes is a complex disease that requires constant care and attention to prevent long term side affects. Since science is always changing, this was a great opportunity to share with our patients and community members new ideas, materials and concepts for diabetes management. This photo is of Dr. Dan sharing his knowledge at our booth. I will be showing more photos in my next few posts.
-Kelsey
