NCHPAD NEWS: February 2014
Volume 13, Issue 2
A monthly publication of NCHPAD - the NATIONAL CENTER on HEALTH, PHYSICAL ACTIVITY and DISABILITY http://www.nchpad.org.
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THIS MONTH'S TOPICS
From the Information Specialists' Desks: Updates & Upcoming Events
Kids Korner: How's Your Heart?
Training Corner: Get Your Groove on for a Healthy Heart
Research Corner: Obesity, Cardiovascular Disease in Children with and without Disabilities, and Prevention
From the Information Specialists' Desks: Updates & Upcoming Events
The NCHPAD team has started the year out with a bang, creating several new products to help you continue getting stronger and healthier in all facets of life as the year goes on. Check out the IS column for new videos on high-intensity circuit training, balance and posture exercises, as well as upcoming conferences, webinars, and other opportunities.
To view the column, please click HERE.
Kids Korner: How's Your Heart?
Did you know that February is American Heart Month? The great minds that create our Kids Korner and Nutrition columns have joined forces this month to provide you with several ideas for keeping that heart healthy. They even created a video showing you how to make some delicious, heart healthy snacks!
To view the column, please click HERE.
Training Corner: Get Your Groove on for a Healthy Heart
Tired of your physical activity routine? Switch it up and make sure you are getting in lots of heart healthy cardio during this American Heart Month. This month's Training Corner features the popular dance-fitness sensation, Zumba® Fitness! Check it out to see how one Zumba® Instructor is paving the way for people with disabilities to enjoy and benefit from Zumba® Fitness.
To view the column, please click HERE.
Research Corner: Obesity, Cardiovascular Disease in Children with and without Disabilities, and Prevention
One of the strongest predictors of cardiovascular disease can be a person's weight. Learn more about the scope of the problem amongst children with and without disabilities, and what individuals and institutions alike can do to combat and curb this epidemic in the Research Corner.
To view the colum, please click HERE.