Lifestyle or Genes: Which Matters More? If disease runs in your family health history, preventing that illness may seem like an uphill battle. But don't lose hope! Cooper Clinic Preventive Medicine Physician Kim Allen, MD, discusses the lifestyle changes you can make to improve your health and wellness.   Cardiovascular Exercise: More than Running When someone mentions cardiovascular exercise, your first thought may be running but your options are numerous. Cooper Fitness Center Professional Fitness Trainer Stephanie Hill shares cardiovascular training routines, new exercises to try and the benefits of adding cardio to your routine.    Heart-Healthy Food Swaps Nutrition plays a vital role in helping prevent and manage diseases—including heart disease. Cooper Clinic Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Cynthanne Duryea, RDN, LD, shares heart-healthy food swaps to consider when trying to lower cholesterol and prevent cardiovascular disease. Supplements to Consider for Arthritis Nearly 60 million adults in the United States suffer from arthritis, making it difficult to live a good quality and quantity of life. Did you know supplements may help reduce pain associated with arthritis including swelling, joint pain and stiffness?   "Cooper® Tracks made me realize how important exercise is to controlling my diabetes. Being with others who have diabetes has helped me learn how to better deal with the good and bad days. This is the best thing I’ve done for myself in a long time." Lotty Repp Casillas Cooper Tracks Diabetes participant           Eating with the Seasons Centering your diet around foods that are in-season—or at their peak ripeness—is not only sustainable but also provides additional nutrients. Learn how to choose foods for your geographic location and the season. Read the blog. Avocado Chocolate Mousse Rich, creamy and delicious dessert for any occasion. This Chocolate Avocado Mousse has a not-so-secret ingredient to cut down on fat! Try the recipe. Get in the Zone with These Cardio Exercises When designing an effective cardio routine, it's important to get your heart rate up to your target zone. Cooper Fitness Center Professional Fitness Trainer Angela Horner explains what that means and showcases exercises to get you started. Watch the video.                  12200 Preston Road, Dallas, Texas 75230 The Cooperized e-newsletter is published by Cooper Aerobics. All rights reserved. The Cooperized phrase and logo are trademarks of Cooper Aerobics. Reproduction without permission is strictly prohibited. No material in The Cooperized may be reproduced without written permission. The publishers do not assume responsibility for unsolicited editorial material. The Cooperized does not promote any form of medical treatment, nor does it encourage the self-management of medical problems. It is meant to supplement, not replace, the advice and care of health care professionals. Contact  |  Manage Subscription To opt out of all Cooper Aerobics email communications, click here. Copyright © 2023 Cooper Aerobics.