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What are the Health Risks of Sitting Too Much?

Much ado has been made about the health risks of sitting, but are these worries well-founded? The short answer is that studies have found links between sitting for extended periods and serious illnesses such as cancer and cardiovascular disease. Not all sitting related health concerns are this serious, but many are much more common. The Greatest Health Risks of Sitting All Day Long Mental distress – Studies have shown that sitting for more than 6 hours a day can lead to symptoms of psychological distress, such as feeling tired, anxious, depressed, or restless. Even people who work out daily show these mental health effects. Poor circulation – Staying still for most your day, whatever position you may be in, leads to a decrease in circulation. Unfortunately, bad circulation can lead to an increased potential for blood clots. Yikes. Back pain – Sitting is known to cause the discs in your…
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When Should I Apply Heat to a Cycling Injury?

Most people put ice on an injury immediately after suffering it. This isn’t always the best option, however. Sometimes, taking the opposite route and applying heat is better for alleviating your pain. Heat is generally best for older injuries of six weeks or longer. Here are the specific times you should apply heat to a cycling injury and why it helps. When to Apply Heat to a Cycling Injury Chronic soreness – Pain that lingers, such as lower back pain, generally accompanies continually tense muscles. Warm showers or heat pads helps to relax these tight muscles, helping blood to flow more freely through the affected area. Increased blood flow delivers more nutrients, the most important for treating cycling-induced injuries being oxygen. Arthritis – If you know your pain is likely due to your already diagnosed arthritis flaring up, wrapping the sore area with a hot towel after your bike ride…
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Small Plane Crashes in Remote Part of Ramona, CA

On February 12th, a small plane crashed in the Cleveland National Forest, northeast of the Ramona airport. Fortunately, two of the occupants, a 28-year-old man and 25-year-old man, survived the with only minor injuries. A 20-year-old woman, sadly, perished in the event. Here’s what we know about the accident. Details About the Ramona Small Plane Crash The accident occurred at roughly 2:30 p.m. on the 12th, which was a Sunday. Following the crash, the two survivors hiked out of the denser area of the forest to where they had cell phone service. They phoned emergency services, who were not immediately able to pinpoint their exact location. Roughly an hour later, helicopter rescue services located the smoking plane’s remnants and the survivors. Cal Fire San Diego transported them to the nearest hospital for non-life-threatening injuries. The plane, a Cessna 172, belonged to a flight school. It was registered to American Aviation…
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