Why Healthspan Matters More Than Lifespan—And How Exercise Can Help

Imbalances in the thyroid gland—such as hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism and thyroid cancer—can affect a client’s overall health, energy and metabolism. In this article, you’ll find practical guidance on how to support clients with thyroid disorders through balanced nutrition, appropriate exercise, stress management and awareness of environmental factors. While lifestyle changes can’t cure thyroid disease, they play a key role in improving quality of life and managing symptoms.

In this series, ACE experts answer your health and exercise questions. From nutrition to youth fitness, you’ll find detailed answers to many of the questions that may come up in your work with clients. Here, Dr. Lance Dalleck answers questions about how to safely and effectively integrate blood flow restriction (BFR) training into client exercise programs, including its physiological benefits, implementation strategies and important safety considerations.