Strong legs and knees are important for good balance; walking; using stairs; joint flexibility; reducing risk of pain, falls, injury and arthritis; and being able to remain physically active and mobile. If standing exercises like squats and lunges aren’t for you, try these 5 seated exercises for your knees and legs. Start with 8 repetitions on each leg, or whatever you can do, and work your way up Continue Reading
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Five scrumptious strawberry recipes, plus how to pick strawberries
Strawberry season is finally here! I love going to pick strawberries at a u-pick farm here in central North Carolina, McAdams Farm. If you haven't been to a u-pick farm, you should go try it. Strawberry picking is great exercise, and an outdoor activity the whole family can enjoy. Kids especially love it. To keep fresh-picked strawberries longer, (1) Store in the refrigerator, and (2) Continue Reading
Join me for a 5-Day Walking Challenge to walk 10 minutes each day
I am very excited to be collaborating with Blue Cross NC to host a 5-Day Walking Challenge, virtually! The aim is to walk 10 minutes a day (or whatever you can do) for five days straight, Monday, April 17 through Friday, April 21, 2023. Walking is so great for us, physically and mentally. But most of us are busy and it isn't always on our minds to stop and go outside for a quick walking break. Continue Reading
The first 3 months of my silver hair journey, PLUS products I’ve been using during my grow out
Above: a video I posted on Instagram. Please connect with me there at @MRhealthyliving. Soooo....I’m doing a thing. A hair thing! I have dyed my hair dark for decades, most of the time it was darker than my natural color ever was. And because my hair grows really fast I’ve had to color my roots every two weeks! Still, I wasn’t about to go gray so I kept doing it. But then I started thinking Continue Reading
How to have more energy: The one secret you need to know
When we’re feeling tired or run down, most of us reach for an extra cup of coffee. Getting a workout may be the last thing on our mind at that moment. But science shows that exercise is one of the best energy boosters around. In my post on the Blue Cross NC blog, learn how to transform from worn out to energetic. Read story Sponsored by Blue Cross NC Continue Reading
Feed your muscles and increase immunity with a delicious High Protein Vitamin-Packed Fruit Smoothie
This post contains Amazon affiliate links. Here is my recipe for a delicious high-protein, vitamin-packed smoothie that I use myself and recommend to my clients, especially on strength training days. Protein is crucial for muscle growth because it helps repair and maintain muscle tissue, among other important functions in your body (Medical News Today). However, many of us struggle to Continue Reading