Victor Lee, Age 69 How did you get started on your fitness journey? Retirement at age 65 provided me with the opportunity to rebuild and maintain a higher level of functional fitness for a more successful and enjoyable retirement life. What would you say is the best … [Read more...] about The Path To Being Fit: Start Small. Build Slowly. Choose Activities You Enjoy (Part 1 of 2)
Exercise and Fitness
Swim The Pain Away At One Of These Three Places
You can turn swimming into something that is recreational and soothing to your body. “Aqua Therapy in heated pools, like the ones at Mary T. Meagher Aquatic Center or Baptist Milestone Wellness Center, are exceptionally great ways to alleviate arthritis pain and help with … [Read more...] about Swim The Pain Away At One Of These Three Places
Bonding Over Birdies
Sisters Judy Werst and Patsy Unclebach played golf together for the first time in 2001 when Judy moved back to the Louisville area. Growing up in Portland, the two had always been close, but the eight year age difference between them meant that Judy was leaving home as Patsy was … [Read more...] about Bonding Over Birdies
What Is Myofascial Release And How Can It Help Me?
The idea of a massage may conjure images of a relaxing day at the spa sipping cucumber water. However, massage is so much more than a luxury. It can also improve posture, relieve pain, and address chronic health issues. Fascia is a thin connective tissue throughout the … [Read more...] about What Is Myofascial Release And How Can It Help Me?
Dot Malone: Fitness Inspiration
How I Started: I began my fitness journey at age 50. I focused on my appearance first. I was not only overweight, but my body had the appearance and feel of bread dough. I was exhausted. I no longer had the strength, stamina, or balance to perform tasks that at one time were … [Read more...] about Dot Malone: Fitness Inspiration