How ironic I should wake up to the following health blurb, as this has sort of been a topic of conversation this week, but this puts a finger on the pulse of some of the reasons friends (not just girls and not just for the girls!) are so important in our lives...not just having friends, but being a good friend, too... According to Drs. Oz and Roizen of Real Age.com, to double … [Read more...] about Dedicated to my Wonderful Girlfriends…
Archives for November 2012
More Wisdom from Dr. Chopra
" Life is like a tree and its root is consciousness. Therefore, once we tend the root, the tree as a whole will be healthy." -- Deepak Chopra … [Read more...] about More Wisdom from Dr. Chopra
The 80/20 Rule….
Always, but especially as we enter into the many weeks between Thanksgiving and the new year, I am a big advocate and personal buy-in, to the 80/20 rule, so I loved seeing this fitness tip in my mail this morning and wanted to share...Just remember, 80/20...not 50/50! GIVE YOURSELF A BREAK "You don't have to be a fitness saint to get results. Follow the 80/20 plan: Eighty … [Read more...] about The 80/20 Rule….
The Magic of Movement
Yesterday I introduced you to 93 year old Charlotte, and talked about exercise for the over 65 crowd. But we all (should) know that exercise knows no age barriers, in terms of the benefits it provides. Earlier this month, I read an article about a study being done in "my town" at the charter middle school. It involves actually teaching math lessons while the kids … [Read more...] about The Magic of Movement
93 and Still Going SilverSneakers Strong
Just opening up my local newspaper this morning, I found lots of full page ads for health insurance plans. It is open enrollment and seniors all over the country have an opportunity to pick a plan that allows them the best coverage for their needs. Most everyone benefits from exercise, and being a part of a group exercise class means you will show up more often, be on time, … [Read more...] about 93 and Still Going SilverSneakers Strong