Resources

  • American College of Sports Medicine: articles and position stands in sports medicine and exercise science including physical activity related to bone health, cardiorespiratory & musculoskeletal fitness, weight loss, prevention of weight regain, type 2 diabetes, and hypertension.

  • Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics: nutrition-related articles, recipes, food safety, and health tips for adults & families.

  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: physical activity benefits and other health-related information including disease risk factors, statistics, prevention strategies, and healthy living behaviors.

  • American Diabetes Association: prediabetes & diabetes overview, A1C, risk factors, prevention, and healthy living topics.

  • Spirituality & Practice: multifaith & interspiritual website devoted to resources and learning opportunities for spiritual journeys including practices, spiritual literacy, courses, and books.

  • MyFitnessPal: app for tracking activity, food & fluid intake, calories, and weight.

  • Insight Timer: app for improving sleep, anxiety, and stress including guided meditations and calming music.

    Charlottesville, VA Area:

  • The Women's Initiative: provides women with effective counseling, social support, education, and mind-body offerings.

  • Move2Health Equity: coalition in the Blue Ridge Health District focused on Access to Healthcare, Active Communities, Health Food Systems, and Healthy Spaces with information on recipes, health insurance, healthcare events, activity tips & community events.