Carol Emerson Tai Chi has always been a key component of Chinese health and fitness practices. With its gentle movements and meditative aspects, it is a perfect way to open the mind and body to a new, healthful, balanced way of being. It is no wonder that Tai Chi has grown in popularity throughout the…
Tag: Fitness
Generals, November 2015
In-house personal training
Do you not want to go to the Gym to work out? Would you like the convenience and privacy of working out in your own home? Do you have a hard time getting out of the house or in and out of the car yet still want to live independently in your home? Are everyday…
Clubs & Classes, October 2015
Yoga as a lifestyle and state of mind
Bridget Bonner There are many ways to describe yoga and its meaning. When practitioners are asked what their own definition is each would have a different answer and surprisingly each would be correct. Following are some of my own personal views, which I should mention actually grows and morphs as I continue to study and…
Clubs & Classes, October 2015
The many benefits of Tai Chi
Carol Emerson Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art dating back to the twelfth century. Over the years it has been found to be an excellent way to improve and maintain both physical and emotional health. It is also a wonderful way to build strength and balance while alleviating stress and anxiety. Some of…
Generals, October 2015
Finding the fun in fitness and a class that is right for you at HOA 2
Katia Cardenas Exercise is one of the easiest and most effective ways of improving both physical and mental health, as well as lowering your risk for serious health problems; a little exercise can ease depression, anxiety and boost energy and mood. No matter your age or fitness level, there are lots of enjoyable ways to…
Clubs & Classes, October 2015
SilverSneakers strength chair class
Ann Hamm Chair Exercise is exercises or workouts done while seated in a chair or sometimes standing next to the chair for stability. This type of exercise is considered to be less effort than standing and other forms of exercise while having a lesser load on the lower body joints. Chair exercises are suitable for…
Clubs & Classes, September 2015
New Sunday Tai Chi class starts in September
Carol Emerson We have had so many requests for a beginning Tai Chi class on the weekend and beginning Sunday, September 6 we will offer one! The new class will be from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. on Sunday mornings. It is just the perfect time for Tai Chi so we hope this will work for…
Features, September 2015
Travel active
Susan Dawson-Cook Many people tell me their workouts were going great until they took an extended trip and fell out of the habit of regular exercise. If you want to return from your next vacation without losing conditioning or packing on additional pounds, all you need to do is plan ahead for activity and take…
Clubs & Classes, September 2015
Let’s go spinning as my tush will not fit on the seat
Tom Barrett Paul, a good friend of mine, invited me to a Spin Class several months ago. It’s sort of like riding a fancy stationary bike. I was getting increasingly more out of shape and gaining far too many pounds so I decided to give it a try. At my initial class, while being taught…
Generals, September 2015
What is balance and why is it so important?
Balance is the ability to maintain control of a particular body position while performing a given task with minimal postural sway. This could be achieved simply by sitting at a table, standing on one leg or riding a bike. Good control reduces the energy required and minimizes fatigue. To perform efficient movements across a host…