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What’s New
As we enter 2012 it is official, Creekside Physiotherapy and Multi-Service Center has been in business for 2 years.
It has been a great couple of years. We have seen our service grow with the introduction of Vestibular Rehabilitation, a specialized arm of Physiotherapy that Shayla Moore has taken additional training in.
We have also watched our staff grow to include our "Go to Girl," Chelsea O'Halloran, our Mike "Steel" Sadlowski, our "Magic Touch," Lauren Anderson, and finally our "Cerebral Student," Taylor Hudd.
This great year could not have been successful without the wonderful staff at Creekside. So, thank you to Shayla, Lisa, Mike, Lauren, Chelsea, and Taylor. A special thanks to Melody our office manager, the glue that keeps us together!
We would like to aknowledge our wonderful patients. Their kind words and many laughs have made Creekside a rewarding place to work. So thanks to all of you! If you're happy with the service you recieved here at Creekside please tell others. If you feel there is more we can do for you please tell us.
Here's to an even better 2012!
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10 Tips on How to Keep Your New Year’s health and Fitness Resolutions
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Every New Year a lot of people make health and fitness resolutions like losing weight, get in better shape, eat better, less alcohol, quit smoking or running their first marathon.
Unfortunately by the end of January the vast majority have fallen off the wagon. With all the temptation around us everyday, is it possible to keep New Year's health and fitness resolutions? Absolutely Yes!
Here are ten tips to help you keep your New Year’s resolutions so you can have a healthy, fit 2012.
1. Set Goals
Set daily realistic goals that will allow you to focus on small milestones instead of lofty, unrealistic goals like losing 25 pounds in 2 months. To stay healthy a realistic weight loss goal is one to two pounds a week. Another example of a daily goal could be to drink two liters of water, or to replace one meal with a large salad.
Small accomplishments will help keep you motivated.
2. Start slow and ease into things
Ever noticed the first week of the gym right after New Year’s holiday? There are tons of people there. As the weeks roll by, the gym starts to empty out. Why is that? Usually people push themselves too hard too early. You can’t expect to go from being a full-time couch potato to exercising seven days a week and stick to it without having a boot camp drill sergeant in your face all the time.
3. Put variety in your exercise program
Adding variety to your workouts will keep your exercises from becoming ineffective and stop you from getting bored. It will also improve your overall fitness.
4. Schedule for success
Book your workouts into your daily calendar or things- to-do list. Make a point of blocking off a portion of your day to exercise. You wouldn't cancel on a client, friend or boss, so keep your appointments with yourself, too.
5. Find a support system
Having friends and family who are aware of your resolutions and will encourage and support you will help you greatly. May be you can find a "buddy" to work with. Stay away from negative people who will drag you down and erode your discipline. You may have to change your environment to avoid temptations.
6. Consult with experts
Anytime you’re going to embark on a new exercise program it’s often a good idea to see your doctor, talk to a personal trainer or physiotherapist.
7. Have specific reasons why you’re making your resolutions
Have a vision of what your life will be like when you achieve your fitness resolutions. Make a list of the "real" reasons you want to be successful (i.e. your health, your family, sunny vacation). When you lack reasons to change, it is easy to fall back into old habits.
8. Track and measure your progress
Develop a system to track and measure your progress. What specific things are you going to measure? How often are you going to track your progress? For a weight loss program you can step on the scale weekly.
What gets measured and tracked gets accomplished.
9. Give yourself second and third chances
Most people will fall off the wagon at some point. The people who achieve success are the ones who pick themselves up and start again. The year is still young, you still have many months left to keep your resolution. Keeping your resolutions is all about commitment and persistence.
10. Reward Yourself
Treat yourself when you attain a milestone. It doesn’t matter how big or small it is. The important thing is that you’re heading in the right direction towards achieving your end goal. Celebrate your successes by treating yourself to something that you enjoy that does not conflict with your resolution. A little “retail therapy” is never a bad idea.
Remember the major keys to keeping your resolution are small daily goals with strong commitment, and a lot of persistence. Don’t beat up on yourself when you have little setbacks. If we can do anything to help you achieve your health and fitness resolutions feel free to call the clinic. Good luck and Happy New Year!
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Keeping Your Resolutions on Track
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CONTACT DETAILS
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Creekside Physio
633 Lodge Avenue
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3J 0S9
PH: 204.832.6603
FX: 204.832.9891
Website: CreeksidePhysio.com
HEALTH QUOTE
"The first wealth is health."
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