by Brittany Austin | Tuesday, January 2, 2024 | Fit Tips, Wellness
The holidays are in full-swing, and the Near Year is just around the corner. This gives us an opportunity to remember the past year’s achievements and to look forward to the promise of a new beginning. Part of looking forward, for many, includes setting...
by Brittany Austin | Friday, October 27, 2023 | Fit Tips, Wellness
The back bone is connected to the…shoulder bone. The shoulder bone is connected to the…neck bone. The neck bone is connected to the…head bone! Having strong bones is an important part of staying healthy, and our bones have many important responsibilities –...
by Brittany Austin | Monday, August 28, 2023 | Fit Tips, Wellness
More than one out of every four older adults fall each year, but less than half tell their doctor. Falling once doubles your chances of falling again. Prevention is key! It is crucial to understand what puts someone at an increased risk for a fall – such as...
by Brittany Austin | Friday, July 28, 2023 | Fit Tips, Wellness
Whew! It’s HOT outside!! Aside from the air we breathe, water is the most essential element to human survival! The human body is comprised of approximately 60% water, and because of this, it is critical to always stay hydrated. It’s even more important when...
by Brittany Austin | Monday, June 26, 2023 | Fit Tips, Wellness
June is Great Outdoors Month! This month reminds us to explore our nation’s abundant wildlife refuges, parks, and natural beauty. While the celebratory month is relatively new – the US Senate officially designated June as Great Outdoors Month in 2019 – there are...
by Brittany Austin | Wednesday, May 24, 2023 | Fit Tips, Wellness
National Senior Health and Fitness Day is NEXT WEEK (Wednesday May 31, 2023, to be exact)! The focus of this day is to promote the importance of regular physical activity, especially for older adults. It is also focused on creating awareness around health-related...
