Andy Tugendhat has been selected as the UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County volunteer of the month for September. In his role as an Energy Coach volunteer, Andy has been a valuable member of UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County Sustainability team…. Read More
Want to know the ins and outs, the do’s and don’ts for cottage food businesses? Join us Jan. 13 for an in-depth look, in our free “Starting a Prepared Food Business at Home” class. In 2011, Florida passed… Read More
In our “Let’s Keep Moving!” series, we’re looking at different types of physical activities and how they can benefit our health. Today, we wrap up what we’ve covered in previous posts and hit some other key notes.. We… Read More
In our “Let’s Keep Moving!” series, we’re looking at different types of physical activities and how they can benefit our health. Today, we take a look at flexibility. You should include flexibility exercises in your daily routine. Staying… Read More
In our “Let’s Keep Moving!” series, we’re looking at different types of physical activities and how they can benefit our health. Today, we’re discussing the importance of balance. A chief, albeit obvious, benefit of good balance comes in… Read More
In our “Let’s Keep Moving!” series, we’re looking at different types of physical activities and how they can benefit our health. Today, we’re discussing your strength. Even small increases in muscle strength can make a big difference in… Read More
In our “Let’s Keep Moving!” series, we’re looking at different types of physical activities and how they can benefit our health. Today, we’re discussing endurance. Endurance (or, aerobic) activities increase your breathing and heart rate. These activities help… Read More
We know that exercise is important in preventing or reducing our risk of falling, but did you also know that exercise also helps keep our brains healthy? Exercise can improve the quality of your life and may even… Read More
Soon, our weather will cool with fresh mornings and perfect days. It is a great time to think “outdoors.” We know that exercise is important for all ages. It helps us maintain a healthy weight, improves our strength,… Read More
Although mosquitoes are the first insect we think of when talking blood-feeding insects- there are a few others that can make our skin crawl at the thought of them on us or in our homes. The insects discussed… Read More
