Caregiver's Compass - How to Incorporate Exercise and Movement into a Daily Routine, Even When Chronic Illness or Aging is of Concern, and the Benefits to Movement and Exercise on the Brain and the Body- with Sarah Pludwinski (Episode 36)

How to Incorporate Exercise and Movement into a Daily Routine, Even When Chronic Illness or Aging is of Concern, and the Benefits to Movement and Exercise on the Brain and the Body- with Sarah Pludwinski (Episode 36)

03/11/22 • 21 min

In this episode, registered kinesiologist Sarah Pludwinski discusses how a caregiver or a loved one can incorporate exercise and movement into daily life as a way to benefit one's overall body and mind. Sarah uncovers some of the fears surrounding exercise particularly when it comes to exercising with a chronic illness, comorbidities, cognitive decline or aging.

About Sarah:

Sarah Pludwinski is a Registered Kinesiologist and certified exercise physiologist, with more than 10 years of experience working in both private and public health care settings. Currently she is working at a community health centre in East Toronto, Ontario. Her work primarily focuses on chronic disease prevention and self management. She specializes in behaviour change, providing exercise prescription and support to help individuals achieve their health and wellness goals.Sarah strongly believes in providing services that help break down the barriers people face while engaging in healthy living.

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