Happy Father’s Day!

Jun 23, 2022 | Health Tips, Healthy Activity, Healthy Tip, Prevention

Stay active, rest, and restore.

Physical activity is important for men at all ages.

Men are encouraged to perform exercises and physical activity daily:

  • at least 150–300 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity.
  • muscle-strengthening activities at moderate or greater intensity that involve all major muscle groups on 2 or more days a week
  • limit the amount of time spent being sedentary
  • multicomponent physical activity e.g., functional balance, aerobic and strength training

Prevention, Health, Wellness

Physical activity helps prevent heart disease, type II diabetes, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Cancer (lung and prostate), and stroke as well as improve mental health and wellbeing.

Men also are prone to injury including low back pain, fractures from falls and shoulder pain from lifting heavy weights.

Most of these common diseases and injury that affect men are potentially preventable.

When we buy a car, we expect to routinely change the oil, filters, rotate the tires, and fuel up regularly.

Our bodies need regular maintenance as well. Early detection of injury or disease is important to increase the likelihood of successful cure and health.

Physical activity and a healthy lifestyle can help to reduce risk of disease, improve pain, and increase overall longevity.

Don’t use the excuse ‘I’m too old’ and ongoing injuries or illness.

Any physical activity is better than no physical activity!

Strength training, aerobics and conditioning, and flexibility training can all lead to a better self. Taking time to rest and restore after physical activity helps to renew your vitality.

Start an activity program today to improve your health with an expert physical therapist.

Contact Ann at 210-833-8336.

She is an Exercise Expert in Aging Adults, Certified specialist in Vestibular rehabilitation and Specialist in Geriatric and Neurological Physical Therapy.

Ann H. Newstead, PT, DPT, PhD

AHNew Physical Therapy

14418 Old Bandera Rd.

Helotes Tx 78023

210-833-8336

February is heart month

Feb 1, 2021 | Healthy Activity, Prevention

American Heart Month, a time when you can focus on their cardiovascular and pulmonary health. The weather has been beautiful. Start today by scheduling a walk, joining one of our classes, or finding an enjoyable activity that gets you moving.

Stay healthy and take time to begin a physical activity program. Remember your heart is a muscle. It’s not too late to start moving today.

*Balance in Action – Mondays/Fridays at 1:00 pm

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84191900465 

Click to join Balance in Action

Meeting ID: 841 9190 0465

**Yoga in Action – Tuesdays/Thursdays at 5:15 pm:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81749823374 

Click to join Yoga in Action

Meeting ID: 817 4982 3374

**Pilates – Wednesdays at 1:00 pm

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/545290786

Meeting ID: 545 290 786

*free  **$40 per month unlimited classes (Yoga and Pilates)

Venmo Ann_Newstead or send a check or cash.

July-August Schedule of Health and Wellness Classes

Jul 4, 2020 | Healthy Activity

Balance in Action – Mondays/Fridays at 1:00 pm

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84191900465

Meeting ID: 841 9190 0465

Yoga in Action – Tuesdays/Thursdays at 5:00 pm:

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81749823374

Meeting ID: 817 4982 3374

Pilates – Wednesdays at 1:00 pm

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/545290786

Meeting ID: 545 290 786

*No charge

**$40 unlimited classes of Yoga/Pilates in July-August – check, cash, CC or Venmo (Ann-Newstead) accepted

HOW TO BUILD YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM Your health is important to us.

Jun 29, 2020 | Prevention

Managing your own health and wellness takes a few basic steps and most importantly now is building your immune system.


1. Get enough sleep. Sleep and immunity are closely tied.

2. Eat more whole plant foods.

3. Eat more healthy fats.

4. Eat more fermented foods or take a probiotic supplement.

5. Limit added sugars.

6. Engage in moderate exercise.

7. Stay hydrated.

8. Manage your stress levels. When I am stressed, the best remedy is exercise (for me).

Physical activity helps bring natural endorphins into your blood stream and nervous system for a mind-body connection that is natural rather than taking pain medications.

The exercise or physical activity does not need to be HIGH intensity, as studies have shown that even LOW intensity exercise is valuable to all people.

 

Reference: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/how-to-boost-immune-health#1.-Get-enough-sleep

 

Updates April Schedule 2020

Apr 3, 2020 | Healthy Activity, Prevention

In light of the current stay at home recommendations, we now are offering various opportunities for you to keep active while you are staying at home. Scroll down for class schedule and the zoom login.

1) Telehealth through Patient Direct Access to a Physical Therapist for new or existing patients. 

OR E-Visits if you are a current patient with Medicare, or if you are someone who needs immediate care (severe pain or dizziness).

If you have a question or clarification about your current program…

please call for a 15- to 30-minute Discovery Consultation session with Dr. Ann Newstead, PT, DPT, PhD.

2) Face-to-face Physical Therapy if you are Covid-19 symptom free and not at high risk. 

3) One-on-one Pilates sessions virtually with Ann (text or call for more information).

4) On-line face-to-face free virtual classes – Balance, Yoga and Pilates – please see below:

Please join us on-line (by phone or by computer) for as many activities as you can – virtually – no charge in April.

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No class is too difficult ~ we are here to help you through. We look forward to seeing you! Be safe. Namaste.

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*Mondays 1:00 pm: Balance in Action with Ann*

Join Zoom Meeting: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/340140078

Meeting ID: 340 140 078

*Tuesdays 5:00 pm: Yoga with Kristen*

Join Zoom Meeting: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/182673275

Meeting ID: 182 673 275

*Wednesdays 1:00 pm: Floor Pilates with Ann*
(note time change from 12 noon)

Join Zoom Meeting: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/545290786

Meeting ID: 545 290 786

*Thursdays 5:00 pm: Yoga with Courtney*

Join Zoom Meeting: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/182673275

Meeting ID: 182 673 275

*Fridays 1:00 pm: Balance in Action with Ann*

Join Zoom Meeting: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/340140078

Meeting ID: 340 140 078

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Links to Join Your Zoom Virtual Class Sessions (through April*): See above. Beginning in May you may need a password – text AhnewPT@gmail.com if you have difficulties getting online.

Click the link, enter ZOOM meeting ID for the class and check your video and sound.

Best Health Always,
Ann

Ann H. Newstead, PT, DPT, PhD

AHNew Physical Therapy, PLLC

ahnewPT@gmail.com
210-833-8336 (cell)
210-372-1271 (fax)