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I want to take up running seriously, but smoking on weekends is a habit of mine. Does this affect my training results?
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The article "Building a Sustainable Community-Based Aquatic Therapy Program" by Hsieh et al. (2020) in Therapeutic Recreation, Practice & Research provides a comprehensive guide for developing and maintaining a community-based aquatic therapy program. The key points relevant for recreational therapists are as follows:
1. Program Development: The article outlines the essential steps for creating a sustainable aquatic therapy program, including needs assessment, stakeholder engagement, and resource allocation. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the community's specific needs and involving key stakeholders such as healthcare providers, community leaders, and potential participants in the planning process.
2. Therapeutic Benefits: The authors discuss the wide range of physical and psychological benefits of aquatic therapy, including improved mobility, strength, balance, and mental well-being. These benefits are particularly significant for individuals with chronic conditions, disabilities, and those recovering from injuries.
3. Implementation Strategies: The article provides practical strategies for implementing the program, such as selecting…
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Absolutely. I was in a similar situation: I trained diligently, but couldn't understand why I felt tired faster than my friends and why my progress was slow. When I came across https://ways2well.com/blog/smoking-and-stem-cell-therapy-how-smoking-affects-healing-and-results, it explained very clearly how smoking affects the body's ability to recover after exercise. It's not just about the lungs; smoking disrupts the processes responsible for the recovery of muscle tissue and cells after training. This means that even if you're doing everything right in the gym, your body may slow down your progress because it lacks oxygen and healthy metabolism.