First of all, what is meant by "high impact" and "low impact"?



Basically, any time one foot is in contact with the ground it is low impact. When you are in flight, meaning both feet are in the air, it is high. For example, even in a step class with the steps stacked very high, if one foot is in contact with the ground until the other foot touches the top step and then the back foot is raised, it is a low-impact event. However, if the instructor has the students jumping or even running in a circle around the room, it is high-impact.

Walk into any drug store or beauty store , head toward the nail-care aisle, and what do you see?

Aerobic exercise, which includes dancing, jogging, and I grew up surrounded by hair brushing store: Brushing hair at midnight on the eve of a full moon was supposed to make strands grow faster and longer, brushing with someone else's brush gave you dandruff, and brushing your hair 100 times could make your hair oily or keep your scalp clean, depending on who you asked. Aerobic exercise, which includes dancing, jogging, and walking, should be the foundation of your beauty-health fitness plan.This is where most cruise ships excel. Stationary bikes, elliptical machines, stair climbers, treadmills ? most cruise lines equip their fitness centers with an excellent variety and quality of cardio machines. There is never any cost to use this equipment but some cruise lines ask that you sign up in advance. Cruise Tip: If cardio's your thing, head to the gym soon after boarding to get the best slots.

What kind of extracurricular activities does Sierra Wireless offer?

both the Richmond and Carlsbad offices there is a fitness facility where you can work out with weights, elliptical machines, treadmills and stair machines. We have foosball and ping-pong tables in the Richmond office. There's a lunchroom where you can get to know other Sierra Wireless employees. We have a social committee that organizes off-site activities like volleyball tournaments, basketball games, charity running events, hockey games and ultimate Frisbee tournaments.Basically, any time one foot is in contact with the ground it is low impact. When you are in flight, meaning both feet are in the air, it is high. For example, even in a step class with the steps stacked very high, if one foot is in contact with the ground until the other foot touches the top step and then the back foot is raised, it is a low-impact event.

What type of exercising is permitted during my pregnancy?

Low impact exercises such as walking, swimming, and elliptical machines are permitted. Ask Dr. Byrd if you are not sure about a certain activity.Kath: I rarely take note of the calorie burns on the machines so I'm not quite sure of the exact numbers compared to my heart rate monitor. After 30 minutes on the Stairmaster I am usually at about 275 kcal burned and I think I've seen the monitor report numbers like 350-400, so it's pretty far off.

What can I expect during treatment?

Your treatment will vary based upon your condition, injury or type of surgery. The therapist might perform joint mobilization or range of motion exercises with you. You could receive applications of moist or deep heat or electrical muscle stimulation (commonly referred to as 'modalities'). You could receive massage treatments or perform exercises or stretches using a variety of weight machines under close supervision of the Orthosport staff.

What type of equipment do you have?

We have treadmills, bikes, elliptical trainers, selectorized weight machines, free weights, and variable resistance hydraulic machines. You may view all our equipment by clicking on the equipment links on either the 30 Minute Workout or the Co-ed Fitness pages.