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Welcome to FYZICAL Brevard's December Newsletter!

Happy Holidays! We hope you and your loved ones are having a great holiday season. This month, we're sharing health tips for the new year, a patient testimonial, the connection between arthritis and winter weather, and some tasty, seasonal recipes!

3 Health Tips for the New Year

With the new year right around the corner, most of us are busy getting ready for the holidays, which may mean we're putting our health on the back-burner. Implement the below tips into your lifestyle to help kickstart the new year!

Grocery shop well. It is important to have healthy, convenient snacks and meals on hand. Having healthy food handy will help increase the likelihood that you and your family will eat them. Focus on eating 3 to 5 servings of vegetables each day and cutting down on processed foods where you can.

Plan your exercise sessions ahead. Set up an attainable goal for how many times you want to exercise each week. A good rule of thumb is typically 3 days per week. Schedule your exercise sessions in advance and the exact workouts you plan to complete in each session. Having a plan prepared of what you'll be doing will help motivate you to stick to your plan!

Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! Purchase a reusable water bottle which easily fits into your bags. Make an effort to bring your water bottle with you at all times. This will help you to create a habit of always grabbing your water bottle when you are leaving the house. The standard recommendation is to drink a total of 8, 8-ounce glasses of water each day.

It's time to focus on you and your health this holiday season!

Hear from our Patients!

Meet Deb from Lake City, FL

"I would recommend FYZICAL because of the highly skilled, creative, professional, kind and friendly team at FYZICAL Lake City! I originally began therapy to try to resolve multiple issues including knee, hip and low back pain. I've also had a hip replacement.

A friend recommended FYZICAL, so I decided to try it since I did not have a positive experience at another facility. I really liked that I got the benefit of all the therapists.

Every single person provided me with great care and listened and responded to my needs and goals. The service and treatment is very individualized and goal oriented to meet my specific needs and lifestyle."

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The Connection Between Arthritis and Cold Weather

With winter approaching, many of us tend to experience a change in our bodies due to the cold weather. If you suffer from arthritis, you may notice an increase in the aches and pains you experience. Physical therapy can help combat your arthritis symptoms with programs designed specifically for your condition and lifestyle. Here are some steps you can take to help combat these aches and pains this holiday season:

Stay warm and keep moving
Stretch regularly
Consult your physical therapist
Create a routine
Hot/cold therapy

At FYZICAL Brevard, our physical therapists will create a treatment program that is best for you and your schedule.

Spicy Southwest Butternut Squash Casserole

This deliciously spicy casserole is easy to prepare and loaded with nutrients. Enjoy the combination of butternut squash, bell pepper, black beans, ground beef, cheese, and other mouth-watering ingredients. Try this healthy, savory entree today.

Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats

This gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian delight takes just five minutes to prepare. Grab your favorite glass jar, mix rolled oats, cinnamon, maple syrup, almond milk, and chopped apple, refrigerate, and enjoy this treat for breakfast or a mid-day snack.