Rush ACLS Courses for Montana professionals

Staying Healthy in Montana

The team at Rush ACLS created the following information to give our Montana BLS, ACLS and PALS recertification customers a resource for living a healthy lifestyle. We understand that the best way to combat ailments like heart disease is to prevent them from happening in the first place. Read on to find out some great ways to live healthy in the state of Montana.

Active Living

The rate of people who suffer from high cholesterol in the state of Montana is 36.5%. A great way to lower cholesterol is to be physically active on a daily basis. In fact, experts recommend no less than 20 minutes of light to moderate physical activity every day. Here are some ideas for the residents of Montana to become more physically active.

Daily Routine

It can be difficult to find time for 20-30 minutes of daily physical activity. There are ways, however, to increase your physical activity by making small changes in your daily routine.

  • Walk your errands instead of driving if you are able.
  • Bicycle to work instead of driving.
  • Walk up and down the stairs instead of taking the escalator or elevator.
  • Park your car at the far end of the parking lot to increase your walk.
  • Do push-ups or sit-ups for a break at work.

Hike Montana

Montana is a perfect place to hike. Get out and take advantage of the open wilderness in the beautiful state of Montana. Here is a site that can help you plan your next Montana hiking adventure. http://www.montanahikes.com/index.php

Glacier National Park

One of the largest and most expansive parks in the United States is located in Montana. You will be able to find a variety of physical activities in Glacier National Park. Here is their website. http://www.glacierguides.com/

Healthy Diet

Our Montana ACLS, PALS and BLS certification customers would agree that maintaining a proper diet is crucial to preventing cardiovascular-related diseases. Here are some helpful ways to eat healthy.

  • Add lean protein to your diet like chicken, beans or tofu.
  • Eat whole grains when you eat your grains.
  • Use smaller plates to limit your portions.
  • Eat slowly – give your brain time to register that your stomach is full.
  • Avoid unnecessary fat.

Learning how to grocery shop for healthy food is equally as important. You could always support your local farmers by shopping at a farmers market. Here is a site that will help you find a local Montana Farmer’s Market. http://www.montanafarmersmarket.com/

For the Children

Zoo Montana and Botanical Gardens – 2100 South Shiloh Road, Billings MT

Crystal Lake Campground – Lewistown Montana

Fish Creek – West Glacier, Montana

North Shore – Trout Creek, Montana, USA

Other Activities - http://attractions.uptake.com/montana/family.html

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