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Category: Winter

Dec 8, 2014

Continue your Running Program throughout the Winter

Many people living in Northeastern Pennsylvania exercise outdoors year round. The psychological benefits are many. We live in such a beautiful environment. Each season brings its own beauty: Now, however, we are moving from the colorful leaves of fall to the quiet white blanket of winter snow. This does not mean that you have to […]

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Dec 1, 2014

Prevent Skiing Injuries and Get Ready for Winter!

PREVENTION OF SKI INJURIES! Thanksgiving Snowfall Gets Skiers Pumped up!!! Like many in NEPA, I love winter in great part due to my love for downhill and cross-country skiing. However, with age and wisdom, I have become much more aware of the need for safety through the use of proper equipment, good technique and preseason […]

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Feb 3, 2014

Walk or Run Safely This Winter: Part 2 of 2

Part 2 of 2 Last week, this column discussed the many benefits of snowshoeing as an option for those in NEPA to get outdoors and enjoy the winter. Today’s column will present another option for outdoor exercise when the weather is inclement…winter walking or running. We live in such a beautiful environment. Each season brings […]

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Jan 27, 2014

Enjoy the Winter & Try Snowshoeing: Part 1 of 2

SNOWSHOE: MAKE WINTER FUN AND WALK IN THE SNOW!  Part 1 of 2 When I was a young boy growing up in NEPA, one of my favorite winter activities was walking in the freshly fallen snow. I loved the feel of fresh crisp air through my lungs, the mesmerizing sparkle of snow falling in the moonlight, […]

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Dec 31, 2012

Health and Exercise Forum Welcomes The Commonwealth Medical College in the New Year

In 2013, "Health & Exercise Forum" will begin a new and  exciting journey. Beginning the first two Mondays of the new year, students from  The Commonwealth Medical College author columns on a regular basis  throughout the year. TCMC students have worked long and hard in  2012 researching, discussing and drafting columns in between  their rigorous […]

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Dec 17, 2012

Don't Let Snow Shoveling Be a Pain in the Back

I have two big strong sons who are in college in Philadelphia and miss them very much this time of year! While I love winter, I am not very fond of snow removal. Much has been written about the dangers of snow shoveling on your heart. However, while not fatal, low back pain is the […]

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Dec 10, 2012

Make Adjustments for Temperature and Exercise Year-Round

Many people living in Northeastern Pennsylvania exercise outdoors year round. The psychological benefits are many. We live in such a beautiful environment. Each season brings its own beauty: The fresh green spring, the warm summer breezes, the colorful fall leaves, and the silent white blanket of winter snow. However, you may have to make some […]

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Nov 26, 2012

Prevent Ski Injuries: Part 1 of 2

Prevention of Ski Injuries Requires Conditioning, Good Judgment, Equipment Checks, And Good Technique! Part 1 of 2     Like many in NEPA, I love winter in great part due to my love for downhill and cross-country skiing. NEPA is home to many great family ski resorts. Although, I don’t remember when the half-way-house was […]

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Feb 20, 2012

Ten Best Ways to Prevent The Cold and Flu!

Guest Columnist: Paul Mackarey, Jr. SPT Contracting the cold or flu can make you feel run-down and under the weather for weeks. Unfortunately, your daily activities and responsibilities cannot take a sick day. Just because the temperature this winter has been unseasonably warm and we have had less than average snow, does not mean the […]

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Jan 9, 2012

This Winter, Try Something New!

Winter in NEPA can be the perfect opportunity to try something new. For example, for those who enjoy running or walking you can continue to do so in the winter, with a few adjustments. Equipment, such as treaded sneakers, allows you to run or walk in the snow. Snow shoes are a great way to […]

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