The Mayo Clinic defines Chiari malformation (kee-AH-ree mal-for-MAY-shun) as a condition in which brain tissue extends into your spinal canal. It occurs when part of your skull is abnormally small or misshapen, pressing on your brain and forcing it downward.

Physical activity provides long-term health benefits for everyone. Per U.S. Health and Human Services, over the last 20 years, there's been a significant increase in obesity in the United States. About one-third of U.S. adults (33.8%) are obese and approximately 17% (or 12.5 million) of children and adolescents (aged 2-19 years) are obese. Physical activity or exercise can improve your health and reduce the risk of developing several diseases. Physical activity and exercise can have immediate and long-term health benefits. Most importantly, regular activity can improve your quality of life.

Stress is an inevitable part of life and can have profound impact on your body and your mind. When uncontrolled, it can contribute to many health problems. The following links provide more information on how stress affects us, and ways to cope: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/stress/index.shtml https://www.healthline.com/health/stress/effects-on-body#1 https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/stress-symptoms/art-20050987 Exercise, meditation, acupuncture, massage therapy, even deep breathing can cause your body to produce endorphins and reduce stress level.

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Mental stamina development is just as important as the development of your physical or emotional stamina.