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The Secrets of the Ony-X Fitness & Therapy Symbols Revealed

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The Secret of the Ony-X Fitness & Therapy Icons Revealed by D.O.C. The mystery of the logos of my practice lie in my native roots of the Ibgo people, particularly the village of Oloko. Most people know me as Dr. O.C., but my entire name is Dr. Onyedikachi Chigozirim "Nwabugwu" Ibeji. My mom gave me my first name, my dad gave me my second name, and my grandma gave me my nickname. My grandma is the focal point of my fitness and therapy practice. "The Oloko Queen's Hand " This is an original icon designed and conceptualized by myself, depicting the combination of four symbols;  The combined image of two people: My grandmother,   Rosaline Nweke Ahia of Oloko ,  matriarch of the Ahia tribe. My famous great, great grandmother, Nwanyeruwa  of Oloko, known as the mother of African Nationalism and  led a revolt against the British. Rosaline Nweke Ahia Nwanyeruwa The lower part of the back leg representing the thenar eminence  of the hand. The upper part of th...

Benefits of Exercise While Living with Cancer

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The Benefits of Exercise while Living with Cancer by D.O.C. If you are being treated for cancer or recovering, you may think it’s important to rest, but research shows that exercise benefits most people with cancer. Learn more about exercise, and the benefits of physical activity before, during and after cancer treatment. What is Exercise? Physical activity is a broad term for body movement that uses your muscles and may speed up you're breathing and heart rate. It includes exercise sessions as well as some everyday activities, like housework, gardening and walking the dog.  Exercise is usually structured physical activity that aims to improve health and fitness. It can include doing planned or specific movements or other physical activity. Why is Exercise important after a diagnosis? Exercise is important for everyone’s overall health and wellbeing, but it has a range of general benefits for people with cancer. It may: improve how you respond to treatment (for some cancers) reduce...