Posts Tagged ‘walking’
Wow! – This used to be fun… I used to see results when I exercised but now I’m just going through the motions, and my body isn’t changing. Does this sound familiar? Example: The Walker Have you been walking for several years, five days a week, consistently for an hour or more? You may get your heart rate up,…
Have you been experiencing senior moments such as: walking into a room to get something and forgetting what the something was, or talking to someone and can’t think of the proper word to use? Don’t be alarmed! It is important to realize that normal age-related memory loss does not indicate senility, and simple forgetfulness is not always a…
The winter season and its inclement weather can certainly keep us from enjoying outdoor activities and exercise. If it’s an ice storm or cold rain, indoor activities certainly are the best option. However, if it SNOWS…try making it an opportunity for outdoor fun and exercise for the entire family! Any type of exercise, i.e. walking, shoveling, sweeping, or playing in…
While walking or jogging, make sure you take precautions. These tips can help: If possible, go with a buddy. Carry a whistle and use it if a stranger approaches and you feel threatened. Be aware of your surroundings. Look around often. If using a MP3 player, keep the volume low and only use 1 earphone so you can hear what…
FALL – It’s that time of year when families are returning from summer vacations, and children are going back to school. With all the rushing around one can easily fall back into unhealthy habits such as: grabbing food on the go, watching more television, and spending less time exercising, reading the Bible or meditating on God’s word. Make the Fall…