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…
Tag: health
Generals, November 2015
Over 1,200 attend Health Fair
Phyllis Ketring The day of the Health Fair dawned as an unusual October day. It was raining. While life-giving rain in the desert is always welcome, there were moments of anxiety about the rain’s impact on the fair. Fortunately, hardy fairgoers were not deterred by the weather and the morning soon yielded the famous SaddleBrooke…
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
Do men and women grieve differently?
Dolores Robu I cried when I stood at the doorway of his recovery room and saw his pale blue eyes open and close for the last time. I cried when I had to answer the phone and tell the callers that Daddy had died and our store would be closed for a while. I remember…
Generals, October 2015
Mark your calendars for annual Health Fair October 17
Phyllis Ketring The annual SaddleBrooke Health Fair is the largest exhibition of health-related services in our community. It offers residents a convenient venue for many routine medical tasks such as immunizations and screenings. The fair will be held at the SaddleBrooke One Clubhouse on Saturday, October 17, 9:00 a.m. to noon. Parking will be available…
Features, October 2015
2 Your Health
Can Arthritis be helped by Chiropractic treatment? Craig W. Brue, D.C. This question is frequently asked by patients visiting a chiropractic clinic. To answer this question, let’s first talk about the word arthritis. The word arthritis is derived from two roots: arthro, meaning a joint and itis, meaning inflammation. So the word arthritis means the…
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
Health Night Out – October 26th Be your own health advocate
Phyllis Ketring Monday, October 26 at 7:00 p.m. in the MountainView Country Club Ballroom, SaddleBrooke Health and Wellness will host Karen Mercereau, a clinical RN specializing in patient advocacy education. Navigating the medical system today can be daunting and leave one open to preventable medical errors. At present there are 12 million misdiagnoses in the…
Generals, October 2015
Health Fair features Dave’s Diner
Phyllis Ketring Look for Chef Dave and his mobile Diner outside the Health Fair at the SaddleBrooke One Clubhouse Saturday morning, October 17, 10:00 a.m. to noon. The diner opens at 10:00 a.m. with a simple menu of turkey burgers, quarter pounders, hot dogs and chicken dogs. All the fixin’s will be available as will…
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…