Fitness

Did you get a little carried away with indulgent food and drink over the long holiday weekend? Remember, "If you fall off the horse, get right back on." This expression acknowledges that setbacks are a part of life; what's important is your response. Either you can choose to be defeated and give up, or you can get right back in the game and give it another shot. ...

Remember when summer was one, long, sun-filled season of possibilities that lasted forever?  Then, suddenly, it became a muggy flash interrupted by Memorial Day, the Fourth of July and Labor Day. Reclaim the season! Our May/June issue is full of suggestions for putting the fun back into summer. ...

The thing that keeps many of us from “doing our best” when it comes to exercise, fitness, and even recreation, is our weather. It can be both a deterrent and a ready excuse to NOT get up and get moving. What motivates you? If it’s sunshine and warm weather, it’s right here right now. Whatever will get you up and out… do that! ...

We're tearing apart flower beds, planting vegetables and descending upon local nurseries like ants on a Popsicle stick. While our reward is dirty kness, sore muscles and a bountiful harvest in a few months, researchers have quantified other benefits: it's good for our bones, too. ...

Research shows that there is actually a benefit to doing a brief (or very brief) workout. If it is impossible to find a half-hour all at once, 10 minutes three times a day or five minutes six times a day — or any combination thereof — seems to work just as well. Even if the recommended 150 minutes of weekly exercise is not reached, there is always a benefit to working out, regardless of the length of time. ...

My goal: to qualify for, and run, the 2023 Boston Marathon at age 70. Explaining “the why” of it all is pretty simple, actually. To quote Bob Hayes, “By the time I finish the race, I’ll be really glad that I did it.” Will you be glad about the race you’ve run — the life you lived? Guarantee it by committing to doing the hard things — starting right now! ...

Progression (from the word progress) is an important concept in fitness. It refers to ways that exercises are made more challenging. Put progressions in place, monitor results and reevaluate as necessary. And always remember, if it does not challenge you, it will not change you! ...

It seems like word games have grown in popularity over the years. They’re a fun and easy way to stay entertained and mentally sharp. Northeast Ohio Boomer magazine runs a brain game in each issue. Our resident expert on maintaining a healthy aging brain through games is Kathleen Kilpatrick, who creates and shares them with our readers. She includes helpful tips and other simple activities that improve brain function and memory. ...