As I write, I am wearing a heart monitor, a Holter monitor, to be exact. It’s like a mini, portable EKG machine that you’re hooked up to and carry around for 24 hours. Actually, “wear” all day is probably a better description. I’ve got 4 leads, complete with their different colored wires [...]
Online Stores
Related Posts -
Runners - I Envy You I love to run. Always have, even as a little girl. And I was fast! Oh, I may have looked sweet and innocent, but I deceived the boys and beat them in races on the playground (much to their chagrin). No one could catch me in "boys chase girls," and...... -
How Much...errr, Little Exercise Do You Need? Exercise is like a magic pill. It does so many good things for your body, mind, and spirit. However, we often come across the question of, “How much exercise do I really need?” Unfortunately, the answer isn’t so clear cut. How much fat you are able to burn, as well...... -
Hey, Protein! I Like It! Ever since I started including protein in my breakfasts, the increased protein amount has been transferring over into my lunch and dinners too. I didn't plan to do this; it just kind of happened. I have protein shakes for breakfast made with a plain, whey protein powder. (It's surprisingly good with the right...... -
Understanding Menstrual Period Symptoms In addition to understanding the phases of your menstrual cycle, and understanding the hormones that are involved in all of the myriad of changes that your body goes through on a monthly basis, it is also important for you to understand what symptoms are actually menstrual period symptoms so that...... -
Me and My Heart Monitor - Part II I'm happy to report The Holter monitor is off, and boy, does it feel good to be able to move without being pulled by the tape stuck to my chest! (If you're just tuning, check out Part I of my heart monitoring story.) The report is there's nothing to report! I......