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Holiday Wellness Tips

Holiday Wellness with a Spinal Cord Injury – 10 Tips for Holiday Treats

Ten simple holiday wellness tips for a guilt-less, digestion friendly, holiday season for those with a spinal cord injury and those without!

Aaron Baker
Nutrition Tips

Nutrition Tips for Busy Caregivers

Family caregivers are very busy people–so busy at times, that important things such as nutrition and adequate sleep often get put on the back burner. Many caregivers often feel overwhelmed and tired and don’t take enough time to eat right. The best way for caregivers to increase their strength and energy levels for their busy… Continue reading Nutrition Tips for Busy Caregivers

Aimee Sharp
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I have been paralyzed from the waist down since 2013. I’ve been steadily gaining weight since then, and I’m starting to get self-conscious about it, especially since people already stare at me in my wheelchair. What are some exercises, things I can do to help me lose this extra weight?
James
Hi James! I'm sorry to hear about your accident, but it sounds like you're motivated to be as strong as possible. Good man! I also had a lean body before my injury. In my experience, nutrition and physical activity are the most effective ways to manage my weight. I have learned that by eating...