Falls don’t have to be an inevitable part of aging. With the right fall prevention strategies and balance training, you can maintain your independence and confidence well into your golden years. Here’s everything you need to know about preventing falls and building better balance. Â The Sobering Reality of Senior Falls Every year, one in […]
The Swim Across America Maryland event raised over 200K this year, the 2nd highest in the nation!  This year the SAA-Baltimore Personal Challenge 2020 replaced the open water swim, calling participants to chose their own challenge for their fund-raising goal. Our team raised $4454!  Here is a video that Annie made of the different teams and […]
Our very own Patty Wessels was featured on WCBM radio to discuss her approach to treating arthritis and chronic pain. You can read the description of the show and listen to Patty’s perspective by clicking this link. “Arthritis affects ~50 million Americans and is the most common cause of disability among adults. We are talking […]
With more time spent at home, many people have taken up bird watching as a hobby. If you are new to birdwatching, the Audobon Society has a link of Maryland Specific resources to help you get started identifying birds and connecting with other local birdwatchers in the area. Appreciating the color, sounds and personalities of the birds […]
If I told you that devoting 15 minutes every day to quiet time could improve cognitive health, would you be surprised? Harvard neuroscientist Sara Lazar outlines the scientific process by which meditation nurtures the brain. It’s fascinating! click the link below to read the article, How Meditation Changes The Brain, Mindworks Photo by Ana Tantaros of […]
This fast company article explains the science behind the aging process and examples of lifestyle traits that can exacerbate a decline in cognition. It also offers a three-point plan to promote âresilient agingâ by activating neurogenesis in the brain. At Mind Body, we take health and wellness seriously and work one-on-one with individuals to develop […]
Here is an interesting article about the effects reading has on the brain, specifically when reading fiction. When we read a novel, we follow characters in their journey through pain, struggle and joy. The article explains that reading fiction “brings us access to a characterâs interior world in a way we normally do not with journalism, […]
According to the Mayo Clinic, walking can be used to manage high blood pressure, heart disease and improve your mood.From trimming your waist to clearing your head, walking is an easy way to improve your health.
This Valentineâs Day take time to think about heart health for you and the ones you love. Regardless of your age, you can put into practice many ways to keep yourself healthy including eating well, regular exercise and wellness check-ups. You can begin building health habits for the whole family to establish and make it […]