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Health Herald – Winter 2023
Constance’s Corner Greetings from my new Homestead in Idaho! I am back and I am happy to share that I am ready to put down new roots – in more sense than one.I found a new home, with a garden, an orchard and a little forest, that I can call my own. I am excited to start…
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Constance’s Corner – Oct 21
¡Hola! from the Southern Hemisphere!! Some of you may have heard about my big move and for others this is new information. I’ll back up a bit and bring you all up to speed. 2021 was destined to be a momentous year for me. My twins Tim and Marisa graduated from High School in June…
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Constance’s Corner – July
Hello everyone and Happy July! I hope you have had a wonderful start into the summer, wherever you are. Are you picking up some travel again? What’s your plan for this time of the year? Here in California and along the West Coast temperatures are soaring and wild fires might be imminent. To stay healthy…
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July’s Movement of the Month – Healthy Traveling
Vacations don’t have to include an overindulgence in food and days with no activity. Healthy traveling is a great way to explore the world without sacrificing your personal health and fitness regimens. Beyond hiking in National Parks, activity can be incorporated into your city and museum excursions too.
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Movement: Strength Training
Strength training (a.k.a. resistance training) is an essential part of any overall fitness program because it helps develop strong bones, manage weight, and enhance one’s quality of life. It involves using your own bodyweight or tools, like dumbbells or resistance bands, to build muscle mass, strength, and endurance. While I recommend that everyone include strength…
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Healthy Habit: Sleep
Make an appointment with your bed! Let’s talk about one of my favorite topics and hobbies – sleep! It’s painless, free, and it helps with weight loss! Healthy sleep is one of the main pillars of health, wellness, and longevity, yet most people don’t get nearly enough. In fact, two thirds of adults throughout all…
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Movement of the Month: Foam Rolling
Wouldn’t it be nice to have a regular massage with your favorite massage therapist? You can make an appointment with yourself using an inexpensive exercise tool and find relief from sore muscles and “knots”. This simple and targeted workout can even increase the flexibility and range of motion in your joints.
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Constance’s Corner – April
Can you believe Spring is finally here? For me the shift in the seasons is always very visible when the poppies in my front yard begin to explode. Every morning, when the first thing I do is to go outside in the garden, I am greeted by a sea of orange. One by one other…
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Healthy Habit of the Month – Meal Planning
One way to organize your kitchen and make food preparation easier is to create a meal plan. You can start with a simple plan for a few days and repeat healthy options as you get comfortable. For example, make it a priority to make fresh, healthy breakfasts for the entire family for most of the…
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Movement of the Month – Swimming
Nobody is too cool for the pool! Last week my beloved outdoor neighborhood swim club, the Westgate Cabana Swim Club in West San Jose, has opened for the six month season. This swim club is located next to my home and was one of the reasons why we selected this house. My kids have been…
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