Healthy SPRING/SUMMER 2025 NOW www.careforla.com Your guide HIV pre to vention See page 5 Get more active for less $ You know that exercise is good for your physical and mental health. Now, you just need to move more without spending extra. The American Heart Association says to try these four affordable options: 4 1 Walk. Don’t overlook this simple workout. Take off around the neighborhood, track, mall, park, or trail. To get social, join an event or group. Train at home. For cardio, march or run in place. Do jumping jacks and high knees. Build strength with moves that use your body weight, like push-ups and squats. For guidance, videos, and more, try fitness apps. Ask friends and health care providers for suggestions. No cost apps include Nike Training Club and Gymshark Training. Be a good sport. You don’t have to pay a lot for gear or a place to play. Invite family or friends to a game of kickball or basketball at the park. You can also join a team or even practice your skills solo. Take a class. Try chair aerobics, boxing, and yoga. AmeriHealth Caritas Louisiana enrollees can take these and other no-cost classes through our Community Wellness and Opportunity Centers. We have locations in New Orleans and Shreveport. For a calendar of events, visit www.amerihealthcaritasla.com/community/ calendar. 2 3 BEAT MANAGE THE DIABETES BLUES 3 3 | | WELL-CHILD MEMBER SPOTLIGHT CHECKUPS 4 4 | LEAD | DISASTER SCREENINGS PREP 7 6
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