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To honor September as Healthy Aging Month, it seems fitting to talk about the importance of physical activity for older adults. The benefits of regular, moderate-intensity physical activity, such as brisk walking, on our mental and physical health are very clear; however, as we age, there are more and more barriers to doing this on […]
Do you stretch on a regular basis? Stretching is often an overlooked component of our physical activity routines. Stretching prepares our muscles for movement, aids in muscle recovery, releases tension, and improves flexibility, all of which promote proper movement patterns. Performing stretches on a regular basis, even if not before or after physical activity, is […]
My family and I recently went on a week-long vacation to the North Carolina mountains. We had such a fantastic time it was difficult to come home! When you are sharing a house with 9 other adults and are not in charge of meal planning, grocery shopping, or the schedule, it can be really difficult […]
The hot days of summer continue and if you are like me, salads are on the menu. Here are some simple ideas to make dinner delicious and cool. These salads are a great way to use leftover grilled fish or meat or other vegetables you have from other meals. Think of the below as not […]
Batch prepping and batch cooking can save you time and money as well as help you eliminate some areas of food waste. I don’t always have time to do this on the weekend but when I do it makes the work week so much less stressful. Batch cooking and prepping on the weekend allow me […]
Below is a testimonial from a recent Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less participant that completed the program: “I participated in the ESMMWL class with my co-workers. It was great to be able to hold each other accountable. The program was very helpful in teaching me how to make more mindful choices. I lost nine […]
Below is a testimonial from a recent Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less participant that completed the program: “I have taken two of your classes. In 2020, I participated in Eat Smart, Move More, Prevent Diabetes. By following the program and preparing more meals on the Mediterranean Diet, I had much success with weight loss […]
Below is a testimonial from a recent Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less participant that completed the program: “The last 15 weeks with ESMMWL gave me the tools I needed, and I now have a healthy way of looking at my eating habits. My instructor was knowledgeable about diet and foods and how the body […]
Below is a testimonial from a recent Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less participant that completed the program: “The program has been great by increasing my awareness and mindfulness regarding health activities. I’ve always exercised regularly, but being aware of diet and behaviors has been key. My weight was already in an acceptable range (per […]
I love dessert! Once my husband and I became empty nesters, dessert became a real dilemma for me since my husband doesn’t eat sweets. I would bake a dessert and have a serving each day. As the days went on, the dessert would become stale or soggy, and I would end up tossing the rest […]