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The Formula for Happiness

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We are always told that being active is important, but the question remains, why? Did you know that being active can help with every aspect of your life including how happy you are?

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Conditions such as Heart Disease, Stroke, High Blood Pressure and Obesity are all related to how physically active you are. With all conditions, plaque builds up in your body and restricts the blood to pass through the body causing many different conditions. Plaque is built up because of high cholesterol levels combined with a few other elements creating a hard substance on the walls of the heart and various organs.

The most effective way to reduce these harmful effects is to be physically active. Physical activity has been proven to reduce the cholesterol in your blood, as well as burn fat as well as limiting the number of low density lipoproteins (LDL) to be formed in the body.

In addition to reducing the harmful effects of cardiovascular disease, physical activity also gives you more energy throughout your day. When you become active, you make your heart stronger and more able to pump blood at a greater volume. This naturally causes an increase in energy. In addition it helps us sweat which naturally eliminates the toxins in our blood which is the cause of fatigue.

Being active also will create a better mood. When we work out, endorphins are released. This particular hormone is responsible for making us happy. This hormone is knows to stay circulating in our bodies for several hours which also is responsible for making us calm and more patient. A very good attribute to have!

You only require 30 minutes of activity 3 times a week. This very short period of time is all that’s required to make yourself healthy and happy!

Speak with one of the health professionals at Form and Function today to get started on your path to happiness!

Paul Henein

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Exercise Your Knees Regularly

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Knee joint is necessary for mobility and stability of lower extremity. The joint supports the body as one sits, stands, walks and climbs. Modern lifestyle has made the joint more prone to wear and tear, and serious injuries, due to lack of activity, over activity, obesity or other bodily disorders. The strength of knee muscle determines to a great extent the strength of joint.  Hence, it must be exercised properly and regularly.

Benefits:

Exercising the knee muscles improves the strength and stability of the knee and brings about balance. This helps in better mobility of the body,

Technique:

1. While sitting in chair or lying in bed, push your knee towards the surface and

2.  Lift your leg straight up to 45 degrees without bending your knee when in

3. Lie on your side, Lift your leg straight up without bending your knee. Hold for count of 5 and bring it down. Repeat 10 times.

4. Stand facing back of a chair. Bend your knees down to 30 to 45 degrees. Hold tighten the thigh muscle. Hold for a count of 5 and relax. Repeat 10 times.

lying position. Hold it there for the count of 10 and lower it down. Repeat 10 times. The exercise can be progressed by decreasing the angle at hip to 30 degrees, followed by 15 degrees to increase the load on knee muscles.

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Laura Cater

Laura L. Cater RMT

In 2008 I graduated from Everest College with a degree in massage therapy.

I have been a massage therapist in good standing with the college of massage therapists of Ontario since 2009.

My focus has always been on helping people.

I now use that focus to give me clients’ better quality of life through treatment of various injuries and disorders, and through patient education.

My clients are of all ages and range from 5 years old to the elderly.

I specialize in Deep tissue treatment, trigger release, myofascial release, gentle joint mobilization and restorative techniques.

I treat various conditions such as; Whiplash, sprain strains, post surgical care for injuries, DDD, various neurological diseases, carpal tunnel, tendinitis/tendinosis. Fibromyalgia, and stress related disorders.

I work very specific to the injuries I am treating.

When I am not with clients I’m spending time with my family. I enjoy biking, hiking and fishing.

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Nikunj Patel

Nikunj studied Physiotherapy at Sardar Patel University in his native country of India, and graduated with an Honors Degree in 2009. He moved to Canada to pursue postgraduate studies, and successfully completed the fitness and health promotion program from Humber College in 2012.

Nikunj gained valuable experience in Therapeutic Exercise and Strength & Conditioning while completing the pre-requisites to become a Registered Physiotherapist in Ontario. During this time, he worked with various age groups and fitness levels and gained great exposure to various musculoskeletal and sports injuries which further developed his clinical skills.

Nikunj successfully completed the written and clinical components of the Physiotherapy Competency Exam and is now a Registered Physiotherapist with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario. His clinical practice includes a broad spectrum of techniques including manual skills, specific individualized exercise programs, electrotherapy modalities and injury prevention strategies, to help relieve pain and augment function. Through detailed assessments, focused treatment plans and patient education, he helps his clients return to pre-injury activities in a timely fashion and ensures they have the knowledge to prevent reoccurrence of injuries.

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Hamid Ghazvini

Hamid Ghazvini is a registered Chiropractor with the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College. In his many years of experience he treats his patients with hands on manual therapy. Prior to becoming a Chiropractor Hamid was a MD in Iran graduating from Tehran University. As a physician is also spent two years as a military doctor and was the sport medicine doctor for the National Wrestling Federation and Professional Soccer Club. In addition to this he also had his own radio broadcast titled “Sports Clinic” where he would discuss common injuries and treatment.

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Eneida Memushi

Eneida Memushi is a top performing administrative professional with 8 years of experience in customer service, executive support, record keeping and office management. Her previous experience before changing career paths was at a major Oil and Gas company where she held the role of Executive Assistant and then promoted to a Logistics Performance Coordinator where she supported 7 different assets within Canada and US.

Eneida holds a diploma in Oil and Gas Administration.

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Paul Henein

Paul Henein graduated from York University with a Bachelor’s in Health Studies and served as the captain of the York Lions varsity team. Paul is a passionate health advocate, an experienced kinesiologist, and a gifted athlete.

Paul is one of the first males in Canada to be certified in JOGA, yoga for athletes. He also holds a certification to coach at the national level.