Vera Shury Walking forward! One of the symptoms of Parkinson’s is called freezing. In this case, the feet seem frozen or glued to the floor; it can come on suddenly, unexpectedly, and unpredictably. It can be very confusing for the person with Parkinson’s and their family and friends. One way some of the class members have been able to sometimes overcome…
Pat Smith Those of us who have participated in physical activity and exercise over the years have come to understand and realize just how much regular exercise and fitness boosts our bodies and minds. Exercise is a stress-buster and can be one of the most effective ways to improve your mood. This “feel-better” effect can be triggered…
Pat Smith Research has proven that exercise and regular physical activity have a huge impact on our overall quality of life. Regular exercise slows down the aging process, improves body composition and your psychological well-being, and helps to prevent and manage a variety of chronic diseases. The Vital Moves fitness program, housed in the SaddleBrooke…
TeriLee Olivier, certified International Sports Sciences Association fitness trainer/specialist in fitness nutrition Are you ready to lose weight, transform your body, and enjoy living a healthy lifestyle long into your retirement years? As a certified nutritional coach and fitness trainer, I can give you the tools and coaching that you need to accomplish this goal. With…
Carol Emerson Tai chi is a deep and multifaceted practice that can benefit practitioners in many ways. It has been practiced all over China for hundreds (some say thousands) of years for health, well-being, and self-defense. Here are just a few key aspects of a consistent tai chi practice. First, and most obviously, there is the physical component. You will gain…
Bonnie Schoenfelder We all know we should be exercising, but wanting to is a different story. But what if your exercise regimen was the highlight of your week—a chance not just to get active but to make some friends? Line dancing is great exercise combined with fun, social activity. Line dancing is really just choreographed…
Carol Emerson How’s your balance these days? It is actually pretty common for us to experience a decline in our balance as we age. According to The Harvard Medical School Guide to Tai Chi, 25-35% of people 65 and older fall once or more each year! At age 85, that risk increases to 51%. The…
Pat Smith For more than 22 years, the Vital Moves fitness program has supported, enhanced and encouraged the residents of SaddleBrooke in the health and wellness arena. Janis Bottai, the owner and driving force behind Vital Moves, has devoted her career to helping others improve their quality of life. Janis believes that “conditioning is a…
It’s summer now, and we all know what that means— hot! It’s the perfect time to learn Tai Chi in the cool comfort of the SaddleBrooke One Fitness Center. Why not give Tai Chi a try? Each class is $10. Beginning class: Tuesday 9:05–10:05 a.m. Advanced class: Saturdays 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Intermediate class: Saturdays 12:30–1:30…
Tai Chi is well known for its beautiful flowing movements and many health benefits. Less well known is the inner component of Tai Chi that makes the smooth peaceful flow and many health benefits possible. Most teachers start by teaching beginning students the physical postures and sequence with minimal, if any, instruction in the inner…