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Canton: Take a Hike!

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One of the easiest exercise programs you can adopt is to start walking more. Whether you're looking for a simple aerobic workout, a low-stress approach to weight loss or a simple toning program, we recommend the simple act of walking.

How to get the most from walking:

  1. Assume the correct posture. Look forward with your chin level and head up. Your eyes should focus on the street or track 10 - 20 feet ahead. You'll be able to dodge doggy doo-doo, avoid cracks in the pavement, spot potential muggers and still collect the occasional coin.
  2. Take quick, short steps. Resist the temptation to lengthen your stride to go faster. Push off with your toes, using the natural spring of your calf muscles to propel you. Think of yourself as showing the bottom of your shoes as you take each step.
  3. Bend your arms at 90-degree angles. This turns your arms into a shorter pendulum so they can swing faster as your steps speed up.
  4. Dress properly. To make sure you're seen by traffic, wear a mesh reflective safety vest from a local biking or running shop. Dress in layers. The inner layer should be of a fabric (not cotton) that can wick the sweat away from your body.
  5. Wear the right shoes. You want more flex than a hiking shoe and more support than an athletic shoe. A simple test: push down on the toe and the heel should rise. Push the heel down and the toe should come up.

How much walking is enough?

It depends on your goals. To maintain your health with regular physical activity, walk about 30 minutes a day most days of the week at a "talking" pace. (Not so fast that you couldn't have a conversation at the same time.)

If your intent is weight loss, walk 45-60 minutes/day at a "purposeful/talking" pace.

If your desire is an aerobic workout and cardiovascular fitness, walk three to four days a week for about 20 minutes at a very fast pace, so that you are breathing hard but not gasping.

And before starting your walking program, stop by for a chiropractic checkup! Make sure your exercise program doesn't stress malfunctioning joints of your legs, hips and spine.

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Dr. Ferguson Asks some important questions of interest to Canton residents - Chiropractor Canton Dr. Ferguson Asks...

Why are some people allergic to pollen and others aren't?
It's not the pollen. Chiropractors know that if it were, everyone would be allergic to pollen, nuts and pet dander. But that's not the case. It's the person, not the pollen! If you live in Canton and your stress levels are high, then each year the grass, the trees or the weeds put your nervous system over the top. Many report that chiropractic care helps reduce the frequency and severity of their allergic response.
Why are frequent visits advised when starting chiropractic care?
Consistent visits at the beginning of your chiropractic care help create the momentum necessary to correct and retrain unhealthy spinal patterns. Later, Canton patients find that continued care on a less frequent visit schedule can help preserve their progress and avoid a relapse.