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Eric Slifkin
HEALTH & SAFETY
Walking: the old way to get fit is new again
(BPT) - With so many fitness trends, you might not think of walking as good exercise. If you’re not thrusting a kettlebell over your head, pushing a tractor trailer tire or shaking your hips to a Top 40 dance beat in a scheduled group class, you’re not cutting it, right? Well, not so fast. Walking is actually a great way to get in shape. In fact, if you walk often enough and fast enough, the simple act of putting one foot in front of the other can satis fy your body’s daily requirement for aerobic activity.
Walking may just seem like an old method of exercise; it certainly is tried and true. But quite the opposite of outdated, it seems to be making a resurgence in the health, fitness and medical worlds as a low-cost solution to the nation’s ongoing health care crisis.
Renowned medical expert Dr. Andrew Weil is an advocate of walking as a crucial method of preventative care. He advocates walking as a low-risk means to optimum health.
“With a consistent, brisk walking routine, you can boost your immune system, help manage weight, improve your mood and help ease depression, as well as improve cholesterol levels, lower blood pressure and prevent osteoporosis,” says Weil. “The additional benefits may be endless.”
Need more convincing reasons to walk onto the bandwagon? Here’s why walking for exercise is so ideal:
* Walking is what your body is designed to do.
* Among all forms of aerobic exercise, walking carries the least risk of injury.
* You can walk almost anywhere, any time.
* Nearly everyone can walk, and it's something you can do throughout your life.
* It's free.
* There's no special skill, training, or equipment needed - all you need is the right footwear.
As you develop your walking program, set your own pace. As a general rule, taking 10,000 steps a day is a great goal for improving your overall physical, emotional and mental fitness. But the journey, as they say, begins with a single step. There’s no better time than now to begin.
HELPFUL HINTS
How to be a sun-savvy super hero for your family
(BPT) - Summer days lead to cherished family memories – whether they're spent splashing in surf and sand or picnicking in the park. Parents have a knack for creating magical summer moments for their kids. During these times they can also set an example for sun-protection smarts, and in doing so, they can become a sun-savvy role model for the whole family.
Parents know that outdoor time is important for an active and healthy lifestyle, but it also allows us to send a great sun-smart message to our kids. From field days at school to sunny summer days at the beach to outdoor activities during camp, opportunities for kids to engage in outside play are infinite. But it’s important that parents help to ensure that their children have protection options they need when enjoying those sunlit moments.
Just one blistering sunburn in childhood can increase the chance of developing skin cancer later in life, according to skincancer.org. Knowing the facts reminds parents of the importance of sun protection. Create a routine of applying sunscreen together as a family and don’t forget other types of protection like umbrellas, sunglasses and sun-protective clothing before sending them out for the day.
To help you set an example, here are fun ideas for summer activities with the family:
Play a game of neighborhood kickball
Kickball is an age-old game that never gets old. Enlist the neighborhood kids and their parents to come play this family-fun game, but before kickoff, try to model sun-savvy behaviors by sporting baseball caps, sunglasses and applying sunscreen together.
Go for a family bike ride
Bike rides are great fun for the whole family, but it’s difficult to stay in the shade while on the move. Remember UV rays are strongest between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Make sure to teach your family that sun protection is as important as wearing a bike helmet. To help ensure everyone’s protected, wear sun-protective clothing and use your break time from the bike path as an opportunity to seek shade and reapply sunscreen.
Plant vegetables in the backyard
Want your kids to eat their veggies? It’s more fun for them if they’ve grown them in their own backyard. Gardening is a great way to teach children lifelong skills, including sun-smart habits. Make sure everyone grabs wide-brimmed hats and applies sunscreen before going out. you become that role model,
RECIPE OF THE MONTH
Easy Grilled Chicken Teriyaki
Ingredients:
- 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
- 1 cup teriyaki sauce
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons minced fresh garlic
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
Directions:
- Place chicken, teriyaki sauce, lemon juice, garlic, and sesame oil in a large resealable plastic bag. Seal bag, and shake to coat. Place in refrigerator for 24 hours, turning every so often.
- Preheat grill for high heat.
- Lightly oil the grill grate. Remove chicken from bag, discarding any remaining marinade. Grill for 6 to 8 minutes each side, or until juices run clear when chicken is pierced with a fork.
Household Tips
This months tips, hints, and tricks for repairs around the house
Loose Drawer Knobs
Before inserting a screw into the knob, coat with fingernail polish to hold it tightly.
Leaky Vase
Fix a leaky vase by coating the inside with paraffin and letting it harden
Plywood Cutting
Put a strip of masking tape at the point of plywood where you plan to begin sawing to keep it from splitting.
Loose Screws
To make a screw hold tightly, dip it in glue before replacing.
Locating Wall Studs
Move a pocket compass along the wall. When the needle moves, usually the stud will be located at that point. Studs are usually
located 16 inches apart.
Fraying Rope
Shellac the ends of rope to prevent fraying.
Fraying Nylon Cord
Heat the cut end of nylon cord over a match flame to bond the end together
DID YOU KNOW?
"Did you know" Fun Facts:
- Did you know 8% of people have an extra rib.
- Did you know 85% of plant life is found in the ocean.
- Did you know Ralph Lauren's original name was Ralph Lifshitz.
- Did you know rabbits like licorice.
- Did you know the Hawaiian alphabet has 12 letters.
- Did you know 'Topolino' is the name for Mickey Mouse Italy.
- Did you know a lobsters blood is colorless but when exposed to oxygen it turns blue.
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This post has been authored by Eric Slifkin, REALTOR® serving South Florida’s Treasure Coast. You can reach me at 888-288-1765, or visit my Web site. As your resource for information on new or resale homes throughout the Treasure Coast, please be sure to contact me about any home you may find on the Web, yard sign or ad and I will research the property, arrange showings and handle all the details.
