CARMICHAEL, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--While most remember the late great American exercise, fitness and
nutritional expert Jack LaLanne as the innovative father of the U.S.
wellness movement, the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress also
recognizes LaLanne for his selfless contributions to the advancement of
the chiropractic profession. LaLanne, an Oakland Chiropractic College
graduate, developed a passion for the chiropractic profession, with his
love for fitness and nutrition running parallel to the principles of
chiropractic care.
“LaLanne always believed that exercise and
eating right could yield youthfulness and optimized strength - leading
to longer and healthier lives,” says Gerard Clum, DC, and spokesperson
for the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress. “Doctors of chiropractic
hold these concepts as the basis of patient health education.”
LaLanne,
who passed away on January 23, 2011 at the age of 96, dedicated his life
toward building a healthier nation - encouraging others to better
themselves through weight-training and better eating habits. While most
“authorities” at the time opposed LaLanne’s weight-training routines as
too strenuous, LaLanne revolutionized the industry, developing the
original Smith Machine - a staple in today’s gyms and health spas.
LaLanne’s emphasis was on the tone of the body and caring for the
structural system along with strong nutrition to keep the body healthy,
which included drinking plenty of water and eating fresh fruits and
vegetables - all core principles of the chiropractic profession.
“As
a national organization dedicated to educating the public about the
health benefits of chiropractic care, the Foundation for Chiropractic
Progress will be forever grateful for the influence and positive impact
Jack LaLanne had on America and the entire chiropractic profession. He
will be missed and remembered with great reverence,” concludes Dr. Clum.
About Foundation for Chiropractic Progress
A not-for-profit organization, the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress aims to inform and educate the general public about the many benefits associated with chiropractic care. To learn more about the Foundation, please visit us on the web at www.yes2chiropractic.com or call 866-901-F4CP (3427).