Roberta Arpan Have you ever wondered about the origin of the word hiking? Hill walking was shortened to hiking in the mid-1800s when people began to take long walks for pleasure and trekking from place to place was no longer associated with poverty or vagrancy. Hiking was further popularized after World War I when the…
Morning: 7:45-8:45 a.m. on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday Afternoon: 4:00-5:00 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday Tuesday afternoon class will go to 5:15 p.m. for more relaxation time. Classes will start up again on Tuesday, September 6. Where: SunBird Golf Resort Navajo Room on the third floor. There is no cost – donations are accepted.…
Karen Hall It is definitely that time of year that the Water Belles/Water Buoys water aerobic classes are having very warm temperatures, both the pool temperature and the outdoor air. Today’s temperature when I went to pool at 6:00 a.m. was already 80 degrees. Just a reminder, our Monday through Friday class time is 7:00-8:00…
Kim Kubsch Why is Tai Chi and Qigong (easy and gentle) a good fit for older adults? Because Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese practice that brings together a nice fusion of low-impact exercise and slow-paced martial arts movements. There is a steady flow with each posture moving into the next, so there is no…
Morning: 7:45-8:45 a.m. – Monday, Tuesday and Thursday Afternoon: 4:00-5:00 p.m. – Monday, Tuesday and Thursday Tuesday afternoon class will go to 5:15 p.m. for more relaxation time. No classes from August 18-September 5 Classes will start up again on Tuesday, September 7 Where: SunBird Golf Resort, Navajo Room on the third floor; no cost,…
Health benefits of water-based exercise — people report enjoying water-based exercise more than exercising on land. They can also exercise longer in water than on land without increased effort or joint or muscle pain. Water-based exercise and chronic illness — people with rheumatoid arthritis have more health improvements after participating in hydrotherapy than with other…
Residents who are 55 plus in Parker, Arizona have been taking Tai Chi classes to help conquer their fear of falling. The benefits of this slow, gentle, flowing exercise were cited in a Wall Street Journal article dated May 24, 2016. The article shares how researchers explored the power of exercise to help seniors overcome apprehension…
Roberta Arpan Hiking in the heat comes with very specific challenges. To help ensure a safe hike this summer, think SHADE: Selection, Hydration, Avoid, Dress and Educate. Selection: When the temperature soars, select your hike carefully. Drive to a higher altitude where it will be cooler and more likely to be shaded by trees. Choose…
Morning: 7:45-8:45 a.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday Afternoon: 4:00-5:00 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday Tuesday afternoon class will go to 5:15 p.m. for more relaxation time. Where: SunBird Golf Resort Navajo Room, third floor. No cost – donations are accepted If you have questions call Paullene Caraher on cell phone at 602-292-7858 or email at…
Kary Sinkule Come start your week off with a yoga practice that will focus on improving the range of motion and healing of your joints and connective tissues. From years of sitting in chairs, slouching over computers and everyday activity, our movement suffers. However, all is not lost. By applying the yoga principles you will…