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Go Ernestine Go!

August 9, 2010 by admin  
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Picture Source:  ABCNews.com Being active is an important part of aging and aging in place. Exercising improves health, strength, and reduces the likelihood of falls.  Case in point, Ernestine Shepherd, a 73 year old grandmother, who would give anyone half her age a run for their money.  Ernestine has been exercising for years and is [...]

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A Matter of Balance Fall Prevention Program

July 19, 2010 by admin  
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The Aging Suite strives to provide people with information to help them age in place safely at home.  In keeping with our previous discussions on fall prevention, this week we’re highlighting various fall A Matter of Balance, a unique and effective fall prevention program. A Matter of Balance is a nationally recognized fall prevention program [...]

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Fight osteoarthritis, Psyching Yourself Up To Exercise

July 12, 2010 by admin  
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The following information is brought to you by The Arthritis Foundation The Arthritis Foundation offers an entire range of exercise programs to help you get started. You can choose from all-around gentle exercises that increase joint flexibility, range of motion and muscle strength or aquatics that allow you to exercise without putting excess strain on [...]

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Fight osteoarthritis, Get Moving

July 5, 2010 by admin  
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Regular, moderate exercise offers a whole host of benefits to people with arthritis. Mainly, exercise reduces joint pain and stiffness, builds strong muscle around the joints, and increases flexibility and endurance

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