Exercises to Improve Body & Brain Power

[…] with dementia, a neurodegenerative disorder, have shown a 34 percent decrease in cognitive degradation following cardiovascular exercise three times a week. Complex aerobic exercise increases cognitive flexibility and interneuron communication. […]

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Burns

[…] breathing and loss of fluid due to burns might lead to shock, a type of cardiovascular emergency. When assessing airway and breathing, note any coughing or wheezing or the presence […]

Step Away from the Computer

[…] you live. Prolonged sitting jeopardizes your health by increasing risk of cancer, diabetes, obesity and cardiovascular disease. A hallmark of excessive sitting is a combination of long, weak back and […]

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Lobster Mini Season

[…] turn, lead to reduced sweat rate, increased heat storage and decreased central venous pressure. Ultimately, cardiovascular capability, aerobic exercise capacity and the ability to tolerate heat strain would all be […]

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Understanding Our Limits

[…] and medium-term effects of this diet regimen appear safe and effective to lose weight, decrease cardiovascular risk and reduce the risk for oxygen toxicity in divers. We still do not […]

Dr. Gerardo Bosco takes readings at the entrance of a chamber.

Aqua Pool Noodle Exercises

[…] to press the noodle to meet your toes. Diving benefits: This exercise will build your cardiovascular endurance while training multiple muscle groups with minimal impact. Corkscrew Start by floating in […]

A man performs the Aqua Warrior 3 exercise using a pool noodle in a swimming pool.

DAN Medical Services Is Here for You

[…] emergency medical assistance  DAN medical staff are available to answer your questions about diving with cardiovascular conditions, musculoskeletal injuries, psychological diagnoses, dental issues, ear and eye problems, and much more.  […]

Diver Preparedness Scorecard

[…] PRACTICE – EXCERCISE MOVE MORE, SIT LESS, FEEL BETTER. The benefits of exercise include good cardiovascular health, which reduces the incidence of both cardiac events and strokes, which is elevated […]

Shake off the Dust and Return to Diving

[…] this time last year. The aim is to first reestablish and then enhance endurance and cardiovascular fitness. Timing Is Everything As your workout regimen gets a boost, be mindful of […]

A woman holds a kettlebell in a fitness class