Susan Reynhout The typical American diet contains a large proportion of unhealthy fats, too few fruits and vegetables, too much sugar and sodium and too little fiber. This contributes to the risk of heart disease, diabetes, inflammation and chronic diseases. The right foods help our bodies build and repair tissue, decrease inflammation, protect us from…
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Clubs & Classes, August 2017
Energy yoga class – August
Paullene Caraher August Schedule 2017: Morning classes are held from 7:45-8:45 on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Afternoon classes are from 4:00-5:00 on Tuesdays and Thursdays. There will be no classes on Monday afternoon until the fall and no classes from August 7 to August 21. Normal classes will be held August 21 to August 31,…
Clubs & Classes, July 2017
Could your balance be better?
Kim Kubsch More than one in three persons over the age of 65 falls each year, often at home. Up to 80% of these falls occur in the bathroom. Interesting that, during our youth, we have a quest to be “independent.” And during our vintage years of 65+, we cherish our independence and want to…
Clubs & Classes, July 2017
Wet and Wild water aerobics
Marti Scott Yes, you are right — summer is here. I love summer water aerobics, because it is warm enough for more stretching and balance exercises. These exercises are so good for our bodies, and they help prevent falling. Exercising is not the only reason to join us — meeting new friends and laughing are…
Clubs & Classes, July 2017
Restorative Yoga classes
Noell Hyman When I was in school learning about exercise and health, the emphasis was on muscles, weight and bones. Or maybe that was just what I focused on; I do not remember hearing much about the importance of care for the joints, the spine and the nerves at that time. But we all get…
Clubs & Classes, July 2017
Energy yoga class schedule for July 2017
Morning classes are held on Mondays and Thursdays from 7:45-8:45 a.m., and on Tuesdays from 7:30-8:30 a.m. I have a training class in Tempe at 9:00 a.m. through July and August. Afternoon classes are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00-5:00 p.m. There will be no classes on Monday afternoon until fall. The Monday afternoon…
Clubs & Classes, June 2017
Tai Chi as therapy all summer
Kim Kubsch With movement, there is improvement! Did you know that the gentle martial art of tai chi can build strength and ease symptoms? Tai chi can be a great indoor movement to enjoy any time of year, but especially during our hot summers and, at the same time, meet like-minded friends in Sun Lakes…
Clubs & Classes, June 2017
Energy Yoga exercise classes
Classes are held on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays; mornings 7:45-8:45 a.m., and afternoons 4:00-5:00 p.m. During June, since the classes are smaller, we will be working on exercises and poses (called asanas) to assist healing and better functioning of the organs. The liver and gallbladder, the stomach, spleen and intestines will be addressed. At the…
Clubs & Classes, May 2017
Summer yoga classes in Cottonwood
Kary Sinkule Yoga classes will be provided all summer to stay out of the heat! The following yoga classes will remain on the schedule for the Sun Lakes community all summer long, excluding holidays: Mondays and Fridays 9:00-10:00 a.m. at Cottonwood in Room A-6: Restorative Yoga to focus on healing our shoulders, lower back, hips,…
Clubs & Classes, May 2017
Fit and Fun Wellness Group
Susan Reynhout Are you really taking care of yourself? Would you like to be living a healthier lifestyle? Fit and Fun is a positive health and wellness group learning to embrace a healthy lifestyle! We share what works and what doesn’t. Gain knowledge regarding what really matters in living a healthy life. We are taking…