Wow! How blessed we are to still have such beautiful weather, gorgeous sunrises and sunsets, and an abundance of ways and places to get fit and stay active here in Central Oregon this November. Regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health, especially during these challenging times of social distancing and political unrest. Smart, structured movement benefits your physical, mental and social health and can prevent or improve many chronic conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, obesity, depression and some cancers (Top 10 Benefits of Physical Activity).
Unfortunately, more than 80% of adults and adolescents do not get enough exercise. Whatever barriers may be preventing you from enjoying the many important health benefits of physical activity, your PT will partner with you to create a safe and effective program to get you moving.
The good news is that you don’t have to spend hours at the gym or purchase expensive equipment to meet the recommended physical activity guidelines. What’s important is to find leisure-time physical activities that you enjoy and do them regularly. New to Bend or looking for something out of your normal routine? Check out all there is to do in Bend.
If pain or a condition limits your ability to participate in activities you enjoy—or you want to reduce your risk for chronic diseases, enhance your fitness, and prevent injuries—consider adding a physical therapist to your health care team. Click here for 9 things your physical therapist wants you to know about aging well.
The physical therapists at CompassPT are movement experts who improve quality of life through hands-on care, patient education and fun/functional movement. Call to schedule your movement assessment today @ 541-728-0974.
This is just a glimpse of the information we’ll be sharing and the blessings we’ll be counting in November. (Did you know that expressing gratitude can improve your physical health? Research has shown people who exhibit gratitude report fewer aches and pains, a general feeling of health, more regular exercise, and more frequent checkups with their doctor than those who don’t.) So follow us on Facebook and Instagram for regular updates and remember—It’s never too late to get moving or count your blessings!
Choose more movement. Choose better health. Choose physical therapy.