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Tips for Starting a Senior Exercise Program

By Carlos on May 29, 2022 Health & Wellness, Pennysaver News

If you are a senior, you should aim for approximately 150 minutes per week of moderate physical activity. It might sound like a lot all at once, but it breaks down to just over 21 minutes per day of activity. You can take a long walk, join a class at the gym, or even go swimming with your grandkids. You aren’t limited to the number of physical activities you have available, and you shouldn’t limit yourself to activities you don’t enjoy. Do what you love, and you won’t feel as if you’re working out. The Health Benefits of Senior Exercise…

Post Thanksgiving Recovery Tips

By Carlos on November 26, 2020 Health & Wellness

If you over do it on Thanksgiving, don’t feel alone. Most people do tend to treat themselves to foods they normally limit or avoid altogether. However, after Thanksgiving, it’s time to deal with the consequences. Here are five tips to help get your diet back on track after Thanksgiving. Water is Your Friend Even if you don’t have a health issue that requires you to avoid certain foods, many Thanksgiving favorites are full of carbohydrates. Since moderation was not the order of the day, all those empty carbs likely left your body feeling a little dehydrated. That’s especially true if…

Ways to Get Fit with your Family

By Carlos on September 29, 2020 Health & Wellness

Getting fit can be fun when you include the entire family. By making it a family affair you can all help motivate one another to eat better and get more exercise while having fun together. You and your spouse will enjoy the energy that results from a healthier lifestyle while the kids will be able to develop good habits that can last a lifetime. Best of all, getting fit with your family is a wonderful way to find room for both family time and exercise in your busy schedule. The Fitness Challenge The best way to get the entire family…

What to Eat Before a Workout

By Carlos on January 10, 2020 Health & Wellness

If you’re just starting out with a new workout plan and wondering what your options are for pre-workout meals, then you’ve come to the right place. There is a lot of information and misinformation out there about pre-workouts, calories, carbohydrates, plans, and more. Here, we will try and break it down so you can go off knowing some do’s and don’ts. Differing Pre-workout Perceptions Different people have various opinions on eating right before workouts. Some people may not see it as necessary to eat before a workout, especially if weight-loss is the goal. While these perceptions often differ, when it…

Get Fit Without Joining a Gym

By Carlos on December 31, 2019 Health & Wellness

Joining a gym isn’t for everyone. Whether it’s too expensive or you don’t feel comfortable working out in front of others, joining a gym is not the only way to stay fit and stick to your health goals. Overeating during the holidays is a common problem for most people. Large meals with family can often mean high fat and carb content as well as alcohol. When extra calories add up during the winter, it’s not uncommon to skip outdoor activity. Luckily, there are several tips that can keep you on track for staying in optimal shape. 1.) Keep a Schedule…

Family Fitness Made Fun

By Carlos on September 30, 2019 Family, Health & Wellness

Obesity is still the second-leading cause of preventable death in the United States. We all know that sometimes keeping your family fit and healthy is easier said than done. Everyone has different and overlapping schedules with work, school, etc. But taking a moment to organize activities that the whole family can participate in, while keeping active, can be beneficial to everyone. Let’s take a look at how parents can make family fitness fun. Turn Chores into Contests One of the best ways to get your kids working out and being productive is to turn daily chores into contests. You can…

Activities to Switch up Your Summer Workouts

By Carlos on July 18, 2019 Health & Wellness

One of the best ways to make the most of your life and your summer is by getting and remaining healthy. By focusing on health, you can optimize your physical appearance, enhance your mental clarity and focus, and maintain high levels of energy throughout the day. Luckily, there are a wide range of workouts during the hot season to ensure that you attain all of these life-boosting effects. Hiking. One of the best ways to stay fit and healthy during the hot season is by hiking. You can call your buddies and organize a monthly or weekly time to meet…

Healthful Benefits of Bike Riding

By Carlos on May 2, 2019 Health & Wellness, Outdoor

In today’s increasingly sedentary culture, we all know it’s important to move more. However, not all exercises are created equal. Circuit workouts can get boring, while going to the gym can be frustrating. If you find that you’re going back and forth between exercises, or maybe you’re new to exercise and are overwhelmed by all the fad workouts available, it may be time to go back to some of the healthiest, oldest forms of exercise. Among these is bike riding, which can end up being healthier for your body and your mind. Bike Riding Burns Calories The calorie-scorching effects of…

Children’s Yoga Program

By Carlos on April 24, 2019

Kindergarten through fifth graders can start learning the benefits of yoga, gain greater flexibility, confidence, muscle strength, self-control and mindfulness. Date/Time: Tuesdays through May 28th 4:45-5:45pm

Home Workouts to do this Winter

By Carlos on February 3, 2019 Health & Wellness

Being able to exercise on a regular basis is extremely important. Not only is exercise necessary to have good cardio fitness and maintain a healthy weight, but it can also help to improve your mood and reduce stress. While it can be easy to get outside and exercise or workout at the gym when it is warm and sunny out, exercising in the winter is much harder. For many people, it can seem impossible as simply getting into their cold car and driving to the gym will seem like a daunting task. Fortunately, there are a variety of exercises that…

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