Carol Emerson Join meditation teacher and ordained Kriya Yoga initiate and Swami Carol Emerson for a three-week introductory meditation class that will set you up for your own personal practice. You probably have heard about the benefits of meditation (like how it can reduce stress, improve your health, prevent disease and, last but not least—bring…
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Clubs & Classes, August 2016
Stroke/Neuro Support Group
Liz Boyd Are you caring for a loved one who has stroke, dementia, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis or other neurological conditions? Or are you your own caregiver? Our monthly lunches provide an opportunity to share concerns and solutions in a supportive atmosphere. The next two lunches will be on Friday, August 19 at the Preserve…
Religion, August 2016
Nourish the body and mind with Tai Chi
Carol Emerson I keep seeing the term “self-care” in magazine articles, books and social media these days and I’m really loving it. Of course, most of us pay very little attention to caring for ourselves; most of our effort goes to caring for others – spouses, children, pets, even the house gets a lot of…
Features, August 2016
2 Your Health: The safe spinal adjustment
Editor’s Note: “2 Your Health” is a new column in the SaddleBrooke Progress dedicated to health issues. Each month different doctors and or medical associations, from varying specialties, will be writing on issues of importance. Articles are based on experiences and independent research conducted by the doctors or medical associations. We encourage anyone considering changing…
Features, August 2016
Get flexible
Susan Dawson-Cook If lacing up shoes and grasping items on high shelves is becoming a strain, you’re probably wishing you could stop this inflexibility from worsening. The bad news is that muscle tissue, ligaments and tendons lose some elasticity with age. The good news is that if you perform appropriate activities to activate the tissues,…
Generals, August 2016
Health volunteers needed
Phyllis Ketring It takes over 100 volunteers to make the annual Health Fair run smoothly. Volunteers work in short 90-minute segments, so each person has time to visit exhibits at the fair before or after their shift. There are volunteer opportunities. If you like movement and activity, you might consider the team that greets exhibitors…
Generals, August 2016
Tests and shots at October Health Fair
Phyllis Ketring This year’s Health Fair welcomes back popular screeners and exhibitors. * Immunizations for flu and pneumonia, including the super Prevnar 13® pneumonia protection * Shingles vaccine will require advance sign-up. Information will be available before the fair. * HealthWaves will conduct full diagnostic lab tests at a reasonable rate. University of Arizona Pharmaceutical…
Generals, August 2016
Health Night Out August 22
Phyllis Ketring Health Night Out will be on Monday, August 22. The topic will be Personalized Treatment for Breast Cancer – a 21st century approach, and the speaker is Dr. Michele Ley. Incredible strides are being made in the field of breast cancer. More and more, your oncologist can determine an effective treatment customized for…
Features, July 2016
Demo Day 2 of cross training smorgasbord
Susan Dawson-Cook Vital Moves hosted a three-day, free class extravaganza at the HOA 1 Fitness Center June 15 through 17. Participating members were urged to step out of their comfortable exercise box to cross train with some different class formats. Nearly 300 members participated in the dozens of classes held over the course of the…
Clubs & Classes, July 2016
Tai Chi in the summer time
Ken Emerson The hot days of summer have arrived and it’s time for some relaxing indoor activities. Tai Chi is a great way to relax while, at the same time, experiencing some gentle exercise, settling the mind and learning something new (and good for you!). The summer classes tend to be smaller so we are…