Compiled by June M. Chewning BS, MA The information from this article is from “Blood Pressure, Hypertension, and Exercise.” A continuing education course offered by Fitness Learning Systems. Did you know as a health-fitness professional you can have a positive Read More …
Category: Chronic Disease
Cardiac Rehabilitation and Return to Unsupervised Exercise
Cardiac Rehabilitation is a medically based, professionally supervised program that assists people in recovering from heart attacks, heart surgeries, and other coronary interventions such as PTCA (angioplasty) and stenting. Cardiac rehab intervention, most often prescribed by doctor referral, has been Read More …
The Development of Atherosclerosis Leading to Heart Disease
Inflammation and irritation of the coronary (heart) artery inner lining can be caused by years of smoking and uncontrolled hypertension and diabetes. These inflamed areas can start to collect cholesterol from the blood stream and begin to form plaque. This Read More …
7 Essential Guidelines for Exercise for Diabetics
There are several precautions a client can take to not only prevent hypoglycemia, but to also have a safe exercise experience. Use these Guidelines to help your client avoid complications during exercise. Inject insulin in a part of the body Read More …
6 Important Things to Know when Working with Cancer Patients and Survivors
Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States. Today, survival trends are improving, however the number of deaths caused by cancer has increased. More than one-third of yearly cancer deaths are related to diet and physical Read More …
6 General Recommendations for Working with Clients with Respiratory Conditions
Knowledge of the respiratory system and pulmonary function is fundamental for training the client with chronic conditions known as pulmonary disorders. These disorders are characterized by airflow obstruction, cardiovascular and muscular impairments, abnormalities of gas exchange, and psychological issues including Read More …
3 Things to Know When Working with Diabetic Clients
Symptoms of Hypoglycemia Prevention of hypoglycemia is important for a safe exercise program for someone who has diabetes. Anyone taking insulin or an oral medication that may cause hypoglycemia should be aware of symptoms and how to manage this situation Read More …
Hard-to-Recognize Heart Attack Symptoms
June Chewning, BS MA In my 38 year career and 18 years owning a fitness center, I know heart attacks happen. I have heard about them when members went home, sat up in bed, and dropped dead next to their Read More …
Chronic Disease and Exercise
Chronic Disease: Unavoidable By: June Chewning MA, BS My brother once told me that “if you are born, you have a 100% chance of dying.” The other inevitable fact is that you have to die of something. Although neither of Read More …