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In case you need inspiration to begin exercising this year, watch this video about how it affects your brain health:

Transcript of "The brain-changing benefits of exercise" TED Talk Subtitles and Transcript: What's the most transformative thing that you can do for your brain today? Exercise! says neuroscientist Wendy Suzuki. Get inspired to go to the gym as Suzuki discusses the science of how working out boosts your mood and memory -- and protects your brain against ne...

GEM Transitional Care Center is now implementing outdoor, indoor, and in-room visitation in accordance with currently applicable regulatory guidance on Covid-19. Please contact us for more information at 626-737-0560. Appointments for visits are required.

This is a great story about a study on women doing intense exercise after the age of 70.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY CAN SAVE WOMEN OVER 70 - Fondazione Valter Longo Onlus Many believe that when you reach a “certain” age it is necessary to decrease physical activity, especially if it involves heavy or demanding exercises, in order to avoid negative health consequences. Science, on the other hand, shows that physical activity is in fact what can extend the life exp...

Happy Chinese New Year from GEM Transitional Care Center! May the year of the ox be a year of movement for everyone!

Friday, the first round of vaccines was given to willing GEM staff and patients! Hurrah!