This past Wednesday was our talk on cardiovascular fitness with Dr. Kevin Bundy, of Goshen Family Practice.

Dr. Bundy started of with a quote: "Your first wealth is your health". Very appropriate and great words to live by.

Dr. Bundy was amazing at clearly explaining several topics in detail and then reviewed them again in simple terms.

Two things that Dr. Bundy wanted everyone to take away from the night were 1. EXERCISE is GOOD! and 2. Some Exercise is BETTER than None!

Dr. Bundy also stated 4 major determinants of a person to maintain good health are: 1. social connectedness (being involved and interacting with community, neighbourhood, church, sports, work, etc.), 2. spirituality ( any religion, nourishing the spirit. ), 3. exercise (30 minutes, 5 times per week, moderate exercise.) 4. good nutrition (balanced, consistant, water is good, pop is not a clear liquid.).

To simplify implementing the correct exertion level for benefit Dr. Bundy suggested using the talk test:
The talk test method of measuring intensity is simple. A person who is active at a light intensity level should be able to sing while doing the activity. One who is active at a moderate intensity level should be able to carry on a conversation comfortably while engaging in the activity. If a person becomes winded or too out of breath to carry on a conversation, the activity can be considered vigorous.

It was a great chance to talk comfortably with a very knowledgeable and caring physician who happily offered his time. Thank you very much Dr. Bundy.

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