By Meagan Avery — Senior Program Director, Healthy Living Old Colony YMCA As New Englanders, we know too well how the cold, unpredictable winter weather and short, dark days can make it tough to stay active and eat well. Motivation tends to hibernate right along with us. But with warmer, sunnier days on the horizon, … More Fresh Air, Fresh Start
Each May, we observe Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month, a vital time to focus attention on bone health and the often silent condition that affects millions of Americans—osteoporosis. According to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS), osteoporosis affects about 10 million Americans, with 44 million more at risk due to … More May Is Osteoporosis Awareness Month: Know the Risk Factors, Prevention, and Symptoms
By Kylie Spiro — Communications Coordinator at BAMSI Are you ready to challenge yourself, set new goals, and make a real impact? This April, we’re inviting you to join BAMSI’s 2nd Annual BAMSI in Motion campaign, a month-long celebration of health, wellness, and community. Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or someone who … More Get Moving for a Great Cause: Join BAMSI’s 2nd Annual BAMSI in Motion Campaign!
By Meagan Avery — Senior Program Director, Healthy Living Old Colony YMCA Each year, the media releases “Ins and Outs” lists spotlighting trends in fashion, music, fitness, and pop culture. These lists capture what’s set to shine in the New Year and what’s officially “So last year.” Recently, a twist on this idea has emerged: … More Ins and Outs for 2025
Courtesy of the National Institutes of Health Many of us make New Year’s resolutions. Few of us manage to complete them. According to the National Institutes of Health, a few common strategies can help you be one of those few, successful resolution-keepers. “Change is always possible,” says Dr. Linda Nebeling, an expert in behavioral change … More Make Resolutions that Stick
By Tayla Magerman, MS, RD, LDN — Registered Dietitian (RD) at the Signature Healthcare Outpatient Nutrition Clinic Making sure to give your body the appropriate nutrients before, during, and after exercise can help you feel your best and optimize your results. Pre-Exercise Carbohydrates are the main source of fuel for your muscles. Choose a source … More Fueling Your Body for Exercise
By Megan Libby — Coordinator for Counseling and Student Services Brockton Hospital School of Nursing With schools back in session, we are seeing a rise in the need for self-care. For most people, “self-care” brings up images of spa nights, face masks, and indulgent decadence. What self-care means is so much simpler than that: to … More (School) Stress is Back in Session
By Tayla Carter, MS, RD, LDN — Registered Dietitian (RD) at the Signature Healthcare Outpatient Nutrition Clinic Preventing dehydration is an important part of summer safety! Dehydration occurs when you lose more fluids than you take in and your body does not have enough water to function. Water makes up about 60% of body weight … More Tips to Help You Stay Hydrated This Summer
By: Tanvi Maharaja, PT, DPT, at Signature Healthcare As the temperatures plunge, it gets harder and harder to keep up with daily walks and/or outdoor activities that keep us active and agile. Although not all of us have the equipment to exercise at home, you can do some simple movements that work just fine to keep those … More Simple Winter Workouts
By Meaghan Avery, Senior Program Director-Healthy Living at Old Colony YMCA For older adults, the combination of physical activity and social connectedness is essential for maintaining an overall sense of well-being. Regular physical activity contributes significantly to overall health, aiding in the maintenance of mobility, balance, and strength crucial for daily independence. It plays a … More Actively Aging with Old Colony Y
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