Health and Wellness

As we age Health and Wellness is important to be able to care for ourselves and insure our independence. They say to grow old gracefully, but they don't talk about aging strong. Let's grow older and stronger. Become the best version of yourself. Meeting up with neighbors and friends is a great way to achieve your goals while helping support others reach theirs. Anything written on this page was found on the internet and for information only. Consult a physician if you have questions or concerns about any medical condition you may have.

Move Your Body:

M-W-F 9:00 AM

Walk Aerobics and Chair Exercise

Walk aerobic to a DVD for 1.5 miles (21 minutes) where we move our arms and legs to the beat. (This can be done in a chair also) You may also just walk around the tables if you prefer. Next, we do a 20-minute chair exercise video that moves all of the muscles and makes you feel more flexible.

T-T-Sat 9:00 AM

Chair Strength

Chair Exercise for 20 minutes and Chair Strength for 30 minutes.

This class is so awesome for full body strength using resistance bands. If you want to remain strong or get stronger this class is for you.

Strength training can benefit older adults by:

Increasing bone density. When you strength train, you’re putting stress on your bones from the movement and force patterns, which leads bone-forming cells to jump to work.
Increasing muscle mass. More muscle means more strength, better balance, and an increased metabolism.
Enabling better balance and functionality.
Improving body composition.
Improving quality of life.

Healthy Living Dinner

See Upcoming Events

Healthy living - It means something different to everyone. Moving your body with different exercise can help us to live a more independent life as we age. Making healthier food choices could limit the number of medications we take. We meet the 3rd Wednesday of every month.

Food for Thought:

Vegetables: broccoli, cauliflower, spinach, carrots, asparagus, zucchini, sweet potatoes, etc.

Fruits: apples, oranges, berries, grapes, cherries, grapefruit, etc.

Proteins: chicken, fish, beef, tofu, eggs, etc.

Healthy fat sources: egg yolks, avocados, nuts, seeds, olive oil, unsweetened yogurt, etc.

Complex carb sources: beans, quinoa, sweet potatoes, butternut squash, brown rice, etc.

Unsweetened beverages: water, sparkling water, unsweetened coffee, and tea

Sugar:

According to the American Heart Association Men should eat no more than 150 calories a day which is 9 teaspoons of sugar, and women should eat no more than 100 calories a day which is six teaspoons.

To put it in perspective a 12 oz can of soda has 8 teaspoons of added sugar. The average person consumed an average of 17.89 teaspoons of sugar per day in 2008 which is 60 pounds of sugar per year.

Sugar is directly linked to many illnesses such as obesity, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) as well as cognitive decline and even some cancers.

Just some examples

1 slice of white bread 1/3 tsp

1 cup milk 3 tsp

2 tbsp ketchup 1 1/2 tsp

1 full size Hershey chocolate bar 6 tsp

Fermented Foods:

Did you know that your gut is responsible for 70% of your immune system? There is so much research being done right now which will help to create cures for so many diseases that were normally treated with medicine. I encourage you to do your own research as adding some fermented foods to your diet could have many health benefits.
It is my opinion that processed foods are responsible for altering our microbiome which could be responsible for our weight, mood, joint pains, brain fog and so many other health issues today.
The process of fermenting food enhances digestion by breaking down the nutrients, making them easier to absorb.

If you are interested in learning how to make your own yogurt, milk kefir, water kefir, kombucha, kimchi, honey and garlic, as well as other fermented foods contact Shari Gearhart at 903-423-5565.

As always, we advise you speak with your physician before adding fermented foods to your diet.

Do your own research on how introducing fermented foods may help with or potentially prevent many health concerns.

Healthy Bones:

Bones provide the framework for the body, allowing us to stand, walk, and move. They also provide attachment points for muscles, enabling a wide range of movement.
Lifting weights can improve bone mineral density, particularly in the lumbar spine and femur, which are susceptible to osteoporosis.
It is never too late to strengthen your bones. If your bones are already strong, continue to keep them healthy with diet and exercise.

Call Shari Gearhart

903-423-5565