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By Stephanie Clamer You do not need to spend money to be physically active. The only special equipment you need is a pair of comfortable walking shoes. Here are a few ideas to help you get moving, for… Read More
Let’s Walk Florida, UF IFAS Extension’s free 10-week virtual program, is about to launch! Leon, Wakulla, Gadsden, Bay, Jackson, Calhoun, Liberty and Gulf counties will be helping Floridians achieve their health and wellness goals through physical activity. Why… Read More
I’m bored, there’s nothing to do, I’m bored, there’s nothing to do, I’m so so so bored! How often have parents and caretakers have heard this over the last 2 weeks? I’m sure it’s enough to make even… Read More
Stress comes in many forms. People are experiencing different levels of stress and anxiety. Many are having success with established coping mechanisms already in place. Some have set great routines for activities of daily living and others have… Read More
By Stephanie Clamer During this time of self-quarantining, you might be looking for ways to be active and exercise in the comfort of your own home. Go4Life from the National Institute on Aging has great resources on how… Read More
Stuck at home? Whether by yourself or with others can have an impact on our way of thinking and your stress level. I have seen quite a few posts on social media talking about “already feeling stir crazy”… Read More
A few weeks ago, I was chatting with a colleague about a strength training program she was teaching. In our conversation, she shared that one of her participants was 90 years old. Immediately it reminded me of my… Read More
Physical activity and exercise are important for all ages, but as we age oftentimes our activity levels tend to decline. Staying physically active and participating in regular exercise can help you continue to do the things you love… Read More
When it comes to weight loss, there’s no lack of fad diets promising fast results. But such diets limit your nutritional intake, can be unhealthy, and tend to fail in the long run. The key to achieving and… Read More
We all know by now that living a sedentary lifestyle is not healthy. Countless studies show its association with obesity, cancer, and other chronic conditions. But many of us may not know how to begin an active lifestyle. … Read More
