I read this study done by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and thought it was very interesting, so I had to share it with you. If you know anyone with Downs Syndrome please pass this along. Strength training just may hold significant benefits for those with Down Syndrome and can improve their quality of life.

The message is coming through loud and clear from women entering our Give the Gift of Giving Contest – get tested! From mammograms to sexually transmitted diseases to pregnancy testing for Downs Syndrome, entrants vying for the $2,500 gift card said they felt it was the best health advice they’ve received.

Elizabeth shared her story about declining the blood-screening test for Downs Syndrome while she was pregnant: