by Sandra Hunter | Jun 26, 2023 | Diseases & Conditions
Prediabetes deserves your attention Type 2 diabetes is a serious, long-lasting health condition that affects the way the body regulates and uses blood glucose (sugar) as a fuel. When blood glucose in the body rises to high levels (hyperglycemia), various disorders of...
by Sandra Hunter | Nov 9, 2021 | Get Strong & Fit
Is regular walking enough to keep you strong and fit? Several women in their 50s and 60s who walk daily have told me that their walking routine provides ample aerobic exercise. They achieve a minimum of 10,000 steps daily, which is an established recommendation....
by Sandra Hunter | Jul 20, 2021 | Get Strong & Fit
Strength training makes a difference at all ages! Until three decades ago, many health professionals labeled strength training for older adults as unsafe. Concerns about the risks of heart attacks or strokes overruled potential benefits of strength training. Then came...
by Deborah Hunter | Dec 14, 2020 | Balance & Flexibility
The gluteal muscles are an important part of the body and critical to keep strong for optimal function and movement. They are the buttock muscles and the main muscle group involved in extending your hip. Strong gluteal muscles help your balance and are one of the...
by Deborah Hunter | Nov 16, 2020 | Healthy Habits
Working for Health The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the work environment for countless salaried workers including their habits and how they connect with colleagues. Many people are now working from home. Some have adopted a hybrid model of work, alternating working...
