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These Boots Were Made for Walking

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We all, from time to time, find ourselves in a creative SLUMP.  Next time it happens to you, try excusing yourself from your computer (or wherever it is you create) and go take a hike.  Well, it doesn't have to be a hike as a simple walk will suffice. According to a study published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology: Learning, Memory and Cognition, people generate more … [Read more...] about These Boots Were Made for Walking

The Oldest Old and More………

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So much to talk about, so little time before I am off to a busy work(out) day! Thanks, Carole K., for sharing that link to Sunday night's 60 minutes about "The Oldest, Old."  Love that stuff about aging, the brain, the body, etc.  Though much of it was things we have heard over and over (exercise, be social, do puzzles) I think MODERATION was a big take away.  A little wine, … [Read more...] about The Oldest Old and More………

Myth 4. The Hardest One for Me to Share.

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Good morning and welcome to your Friday.  Today I will share Dr. Furhman's 4th and final myth about weight loss.  This one is so hard for to share and needs a lot of qualifying, but in fact, I do agree with it, when stated like this:  "Exercise will make you lose weight. "  I know, I know...what is a fitness instructor and trainer doing, spreading the word that exercise isn't … [Read more...] about Myth 4. The Hardest One for Me to Share.

Move, Lift, Repeat

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It has been long discovered that engaging in aerobic exercise has numerous benefits, including lowering the risk of diabetes.  More recently we are learning that muscle-strengthening exercises such as yoga and weight-lifting, are also great ways to lower your diabetes risk.  Combine the two and you lower your risk factor even more.  Women who reported at least an hour a week of … [Read more...] about Move, Lift, Repeat