Category Archives: Physical activity
Yoga may bestow yet another health benefit
If you’ve resisted trying yoga thus far, you may want to reconsider and roll out a sticky mat – the only piece of equipment that’s required. More and more research suggests that practicing yoga on a regular basis has … Continue reading
Aging with Grace and Strength
I have renewed hope that I will remain physically active and healthy into my 80s—maybe into my 90s. Recently, I saw that it’s certainly possible, thanks to a group of fabulously fit older ladies. In order to prepare to write … Continue reading
The 10 Essentials for Outdoor Excursions
SUNDAY, APRIL 24, 2011 The 10 Essentials for Outdoor Excursions My husband and I hiked the Little Carp River Trail in the Porcupine Mountains on three separate occasions, trekking 11-14 miles during the course of the day. Each … Continue reading
Love the Water? Try Stand Up Paddle Boarding
SUNDAY, MARCH 27, 2011 Love the Water? Try Stand Up Paddle Boarding Because I love being on and around the water, I was interested to hear about another way to enjoy Michigan’s many beautiful lakes: stand up paddle … Continue reading
Archery: An Appealing Sport
SUNDAY, JANUARY 16, 2011 Archery: An Appealing Sport I don’t think I’ve been this excited about a sport since I got my kayak three years ago. I’ve rediscovered recreational archery. My first experience with slings and arrows was at age … Continue reading
Do Toning Shoes Tow the Line?
SUNDAY, AUGUST 1, 2010 Do Toning Shoes Tow the Line? A few months ago, I wrote an article for Healthy & Fit magazine about workout-enhancing shoes. I interviewed a pedorthist, an expert in customized orthodics, to determine if shoes such … Continue reading
Roll With It
THURSDAY, JUNE 24, 2010 Roll With It I’ve been introduced to a new form of fun physical activity: roller derby. Lansing, Michigan has its first roller derby league, the Lansing Derby Vixens, and recently I had the chance to … Continue reading
Athletic Wear: Stop the Stink
SUNDAY, JUNE 13, 2010 Athletic Wear: Stop the Stink So, you’ve been working out. Great! And you bought some really nice athletic apparel so you can keep your cool: perhaps a tech shirt, microfiber shorts, moisture-wicking socks and … Continue reading
Kayak Your Way to Wellness
SUNDAY, MAY 16, 2010 Kayak Your Way to Wellness …let the river take it all away the mad pace, the hurry the troubles, the worries just let the river take them all away flow away… -Natalie Merchant, “Where … Continue reading
Dashing through the Snow
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2009 Dashing through the Snow I love spending time outdoors. And when I walk or run, I definitely prefer to do so outside as opposed to on a treadmill or an indoor track. I require … Continue reading