Standing Counts as Exercise!

Last week I wrote about bariatrics, so it follows that this week I’m writing about exercise. It’s long been known that exercise contributes to general wellness. But exactly how and what kind has been undetermined. The body’s goal is to maintain a homeostasis. Recent studies show that moderate-vigorous exercise can increase appetite, which may be good for those undergoing intense chemotherapy or other procedures that can have negative effects on body weight, but is bad news for the heavier crowd.

In burning lots of calories, more calories need to be consumed. This can be bad news for larger people, who exercise with the intent of losing weight. New studies show, however, that low intensity exercise like walking, and even standing can burn energy on a level that doesn’t trigger metabolic action. The basic idea is, avoid a sedentary lifestyle for better overall health. Whether it’s losing weight or staying in shape, walking and standing can keep you healthy and happy.

If you have trouble standing or walking on your own, there are certain items designed to help. Manual wheelchairs, knee walkers, rolling walkers, and even a rolling walker with seat are all great ways to ambulate and burn energy. Standing with the help of rolling walkers, is in itself a great way to exercise. So don't feel the burden to get up and run, just get up!

Products for Large and Small, Top Notch Has Them All

Bariatrics is a field that deals with obesity. It encompasses dieting, exercise, and pharmacotherapy. While much obesity is genetic, other cases of it are due to poor diet. It may be difficult for many people to lsoe weight on their own, however, and this problem is increased by a lack of mobility. Studies have shown that a positive outlook can be very beneficial to helping one lose weight. The road to recovery can be difficult since many ordinary sized beds and chairs do not fit the obese, but Top Notch Care has a special bariatric line.

Bariatric beds, a commode chair and bath aids, as well as bariatric mobility enhancing products like powerchairs, rolling walkers and canes are all available online. There are also a variety of manual wheelchairs from which to choose.

Pediatrics is another line that Top Notch Care supplies. Children that have difficulty walking are especially important to aide. With manual wheelchairs, rolling walkers and standers, your child will be safer and more mobile. Our variety is unparalleled, and will allow for greater ease in transportation and storage of a walker.

For big and small, Top Notch Care has products that assist everyone. From bariatrics to pediatrics, we have all kinds of rolling walkers and manual wheelchairs.

Mobility Increasing Products

The bathroom can be a dangerous place for those with limited mobility. The tiles or flat tub of a shower can be slippery and if there isn’t a guard rail, a fall can be devastating. The toilet itself can be difficult to use also, especially those toilets that are away from aiding countertops and sinks.

A commode chair is a great companion for the bathroom, whether in the shower, or for toilet help. It is rust resistant, lightweight and foldable, making it easy to store and transport.

Rolling walkers are also of great help, especially a rolling walker with seat. Standing on your legs can be tiresome and the option of sitting down is a great one to have.

Knee walkers are also a big help in the home. Those with a small cart attached are perfect for transporting small groceries and increasing mobility. Walking around, even if it is with the help of a rolling walker with seat, or a commode chair, increases self-reliance and general health.

Nothing is worse for one’s health than lying in bed, or stationary sitting all day. The sedentary lifestyle does not promote heart rate and fosters weakness in limbs and muscles. So get a rolling walker with seat today!

A View From Afar

I’ve got to be honest. I know some of you may think that I’m sick, that I should enjoy being mobile while I can, but seriously, enough of disclaimers: I really admire power wheelchairs. I mean manual wheelchairs are great and all, but for those folks who have difficulty with upper body strength and are in no shape to walk around, those power wheelchairs are pretty, pretty sweet.

I can just imagine it: wind blowing along my scalp, weaving in between pedestrians, maybe even cruising in the bike lane because, let’s face it, when your moving at 10 miles per hour or faster you can’t have old folks with knee walkers and rolling walkers or young whippersnappers with backpacks getting in your way. If you want mobility, and I mean real mobility, then power wheelchairs are the only way to go.

It’s not that I don’t value my own legs; believe me, I do. It’s just that if I am ever at the point where I need a manual wheelchair, I will decline it in favor of a fast moving power wheelchair. That is my ideal way to get around when I am enjoying my golden years.