by Beth Holden | Aug 10, 2017 | Active Seniors, Fitness, General, Health, Independent Living, Wellness
We have a new class with a great instructor. Pilates – it’s the best yet! Ten Reasons to try Pilates It will boost your flexibility and joint mobility It is NOT a cardio workout It will make your muscles stronger It is a low-impact exercise It begins with...
by Beth Holden | Jul 31, 2017 | Active Seniors, Community, General, Health, Independent Living, Wellness
Simplifying your life isn’t just about removing the physical clutter out of your cabinets; it’s meant to make us look a little bit closer at our lifestyle and eliminate the things that keep us from truly enjoying life. In today’s fast-paced world, the idea of sitting...
by Beth Holden | May 25, 2017 | Active Seniors, Events, Fitness, General, Health, Independent Living, Wellness
Water exercises put less stress on the joints making it a perfect exercise for seniors. The water acts as a form of resistance, so strength exercises can be performed in the pool without heavy weights. Flexibility, balance, bone density and cardiovascular functions...
by Beth Holden | May 12, 2017 | Active Seniors, General, Health, Independent Living, Wellness
“Laughter activates the body’s natural relaxation response. It’s like internal jogging, providing a good massage to all internal organs while also toning abdominal muscles.” (Dr. Gulshan Sethi, Thoracic and Cardiac Surgeon at the Tucson Medical Center and University...
by Beth Holden | May 8, 2017 | Active Seniors, Community, Events, Family, General, Health, Independent Living, Volunteers, Wellness
Now that you have retired, what are you doing with all of your free time? The Administration for Community Living has declared this Older American Month and is asking the same question. They are challenging us to Age Out Loud: Are you taking charge? Are you striving...
by Beth Holden | Apr 3, 2017 | Active Seniors, Family, Fitness, General, Health, Independent Living, Wellness
The Capital Area Greenway system in Raleigh has over 100 miles of trails. And the 3,700-acre system continues to grow! Have you walked a trail lately? The 28 trails are located throughout Wake County and make for a great walk around the lake, through the woods or to a...
