The Hindi Squat is wonderful for hip, knee and ankle flexibility. The trouble is that if you’re an adult in a developed country, you probably haven’t squatted for any length of time since you were a kid. I had the same problem when I began practicing yoga and BodyFlow. It ain’t easy. Disclaimer: Consult your doctor before you try thisContinue reading
Category: Health
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Fit Tip: Hindi Squat
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Fit Tip: Shoulder Flexibility
Why does it matter if your shoulders are tight/inflexible? Do you want to be able to dress yourself into your old age? The normal position many of us assume at our day jobs keeps us in a forward posture, creating tightness in the shoulders, chest and neck. I spent twenty years working in the fieldContinue reading
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Fit Tip: Balance
Most of us take our ability to balance for granted. It was something we really had to concentrate on and learn when we were toddlers. It’s something elderly people wish they could get back. How many times have you heard someone (who hadn’t been drinking at the time) say, “I just lost my balance andContinue reading
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Fit Tip: Stave Off a Sweet Tooth
I have a bad sweet tooth and was confronted with harsh reality when I saw a disturbing image on Facebook recently. I wish I could post it here, but since I don’t know who created it to give them credit, I’ll just have to describe it. Someone took the iconic Little Debbie image and alteredContinue reading
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Fit Tip: Preparing for a Feast
It’s family reunion time again. Each year, I look forward to visiting with my relatives and eating until I’m sick. I’ve tried a few strategies over the years to prevent my waistline from growing as big as the attendance at our family reunions. Did I mention I have over 30 first cousins, most of whom have kidsContinue reading