February 2019 Newsletter
Love Your Heart This February
F ebruary is American Heart Month, sponsored annually by the American Heart Association to raise awareness of  heart disease across the nation. Family history and age are risks that affect the likelihood of the disease, but the good news is that there are some risks of heart disease that can be reduced. Manageable risks that contribute to heart disease include high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, and smoking. You can reduce your risk by managing your health and making healthy lifestyle changes. 
Exercise helps your heart by:
  • Strengthening the heart muscle and cardiovascular system
  • Making the heart more efficient
  • Improving the flow of blood to the heart muscle
  • Improving the heart's ability to handle stress
  • Improving heart failure symptoms
The American Heart Association recommends at least 2 ½ hours of moderate intensity aerobic exercise a week. In addition to aerobic activities, your exercise regimen should include stretching and strengthening activities. Your exercises should be personalized and tailored to your abilities as well as progression of your frequency, duration, and intensity.   Live 2 B Healthy® classes help seniors to fulfill this recommendation!
Heart Health Wellness Presentations
In addition to our regular classes, ask your local Live 2 B Healthy® Regional Owner about conducting a FREE Heart Health talk in your community this February. We have a variety of heart health-related materials available including a PowerPoint presentation and informational handouts available. Many of our communities take advantage of the opportunity to have a fitness expert talk to their residents, employees and visitors. Our Regional Owners love to have an opportunity to connect with local seniors outside of fitness class as well.  

How About a Heart Healthy Fitness Party?
We know that seniors enjoy new activities, so if your residents would enjoy a Valentine’s Day themed Fitness Party, let your Regional Owner or trainer know. We have specially-designed flyers that we can provide for your community, as well as a lot of fun heart-themed fitness party ideas on our Valentine’s Day Fitness Party Pinterest Page.  
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