Posts by (Augie) Juan Augustine Galindo Jr. MPAS, PA-C

Meditate and Be More Mindful at These DFW Locations

By (Augie) Juan Augustine Galindo Jr. MPAS, PA-C | 04/04/2019 |

A man in gray and a woman in white sit cross-legged as they practice meditation and mindfulness at a DFW studio.

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is synonymous with physical exercise and a balanced diet, but mental health can be just as important. A movement known as mindfulness can help you de-stress and increase your focus through meditation and the use of breathing exercises. It’s tough to stay balanced with everything going on in your life, so we’d…

Meetups in Frisco — Fitness and Community-building Opportunities

By (Augie) Juan Augustine Galindo Jr. MPAS, PA-C | 03/28/2019 |

Four men wearing athletic gear are standing on a soccer field. The man in the center is holding a soccer ball on his right hip. The men may be part of one of the many Meetups taking place in Frisco.

Meetup groups are a fantastic way to develop an exercise routine and build a supportive community. With dozens of fitness-related Meetups within a short distance of Frisco, these groups offer residents many different choices that provide a great deal of flexibility and usually require little financial investment. If you’re looking for a low-stress, no-obligation way…

Spring Events Near Prosper

By (Augie) Juan Augustine Galindo Jr. MPAS, PA-C | 03/14/2019 |

A young couple, a man in a blue tank top and a women in a red t-shirt are running, possibly in a 5k event near Prosper.

The spring season is the best time to go outside in DFW (before the scorching weather arrives). From festivals to 5ks (and everything in between), there are tons of amazing outdoor events available in North Texas this spring. Prosper and the surrounding area has a couple of events worth checking out (even if you’re not…

(Almost) Free Exercise Classes and Workouts in DFW

By (Augie) Juan Augustine Galindo Jr. MPAS, PA-C | 03/07/2019 |

A blonde woman and light-haired man wearing exercise apparel are doing planks in the park, possibly as part of one of the many free exercise classes in the DFW area.

In a recent article from the Dallas publication D Magazine, the author expresses some discomfort with the pump-you-up motivation typical of these cardio spin classes and group workout sessions (not to mention the fact that these classes, which he didn’t really enjoy, cost him a good bit of money to attend). This is a good reminder…

Low Estrogen vs. High Estrogen in Men

By (Augie) Juan Augustine Galindo Jr. MPAS, PA-C | 03/06/2019 |

The side effects of estrogen often frighten men — like this man here, who is worried, with his hands on his chin — but you don't need to worry about the side effects of estrogen

https://tctmed.com/resource/low-estrogen-high-estrogen-men/

DFW’s Rock Climbing Gyms

By (Augie) Juan Augustine Galindo Jr. MPAS, PA-C | 03/05/2019 |

A man with short hair and a beard wearing black athletic gear climbs a colorful artificial climbing wall. Rock climbing has become a popular sport in DFW.

Rock climbing can be a great way to meet your health and fitness goals, and it provides a break from the usual gym workouts. Most gyms provide the necessary equipment for working out, but typical gym routines can sometimes get stale. Instead, visit a rock climbing gym and have some fun while you work out. The…

Low Testosterone: The Complete Guide — Low T Symptoms and Causes

By (Augie) Juan Augustine Galindo Jr. MPAS, PA-C | 03/01/2019 |

A man trying to decide what to do about his low testosterone after reading a list of symptoms. Talking to a medical provider is the first step toward treatment. Learn more.

Ask the average man to identify some of the most important hormones in his system, and the first one likely to be mentioned is testosterone. Yet, while most men know that it’s their principal hormone and has something to do with masculinity, very few realize exactly what it does, and even fewer understand the health…

TRT and Prostate Cancer

By (Augie) Juan Augustine Galindo Jr. MPAS, PA-C | 03/01/2019 |

The cause of prostate cancer is not well understood. hands with blue prostate cancer awareness ribbon

https://tctmed.com/resource/trt-and-prostate-cancer/

Dallas-Fort Worth Company on the Cutting Edge of Corporate Wellness

By (Augie) Juan Augustine Galindo Jr. MPAS, PA-C | 02/21/2019 |

The picuture shows a morning panoramic overview of downtown Dallas, where many corporate wellness initiatives are born.

A Dallas-Fort Worth company is among the pack of organizations leading the charge in the buzzing industry of corporate wellness strategies. In recent years, the concept of corporate wellness has undergone a transformation. The practice was once limited to a collection of employee “perks” used to lure prospective executive recruits, or it existed to cut…