Happy New Year! As we look to establish what the new year will bring, it is important to look at what health, happiness, and longevity look like to you.
There are a million and one tips that are passed down generation to generation about the key to a long and successful life. Some say the secret to a long and happy life is to focus on family; others say it all comes down to finding the right career; others say diet and physical activity is the key. Whatever choices you make in your life, and whatever your values are, there are several fundamental truths that are almost always accurate: To stay healthy, you must stay active, and to stay happy, you must stay balanced.
Jill Marlan, PT, OMPT, MSPT, CSCS
CEO/ Founder
Does your new year’s resolution include exercising more, eating healthier, sleeping better, or improving your mental health?
Did you know that physical therapy can help you reach these goals? Each of these aspects of your life feed into the amount of energy you have for physical activity and vice versa.
If you’re not receiving enough sleep, you may be too tired to go to the gym. Although, working out and getting physical activity can actually improve regulating your sleep schedule. If you aren’t nourishing your body with a balanced diet, you may not be getting the nutrients to provide the energy you need to maintain your physical activity. However, physical activity can help reduce cravings. Physical activity is proven to improve mental health and elevate one’s mood!
Physical therapy is a great way to improve your physical activity and help bring balance back into your life!
Peak Performance Physical Therapy is here to help you reach your goals for 2024!
Kristin Young – Physical Therapist
Kristin Young, PTA Kristin has been a PTA for almost 20 years and was in management since 2010. Graduated from Baker College, Muskegon in 2004 as a PTA. She utilizes various approaches including the Graston technique, Kinesio taping, Cupping, Muscle Energy Technique, Foot/Ankle specialty, and was Aquatic Therapy Certified for 8 years. In her free time, she really enjoys being outdoors with her 4 dogs and husband Justin camping, kayaking, hanging at the beach, or hiking some trails. She is also a big fan of Detroit Tigers baseball and College football!
Office Posture
Having healthy posture habits can prevent common neck, shoulder, and back problems and improve your mood and energy throughout the day.
General Tips:
- Keep your muscles loose by taking standing or walking breaks every 30-45 minutes.
- When possible, give your eyes a rest by looking away from your computer every 20 minutes and focusing on a distant object.
