Stay Grounded. Safeguard your energy. Be aware.
Category: Mental Clarity
Mental clarity refers to a state of cognitive functionality defined by four stages: a) Sharpness of thought b) Organization of thoughts c) Alertness and awareness d) Emotional stability In essence, mental clarity describes a state of optimal cognitive performance where individuals can think clearly, make sound decisions, and function effectively.
Aging can be a graceful process
The aging process cannot be halted but it can be curtailed.
Not breathing is not an option . . . .
Today was walking pranayama practice. Pranayama is the physical practice that develops the body’s ability to process O2 and prana (the ‘Breath of GOD’) for improved health and vitality. The act of breathing occurs on a minimally basic level in order to sustain life. However, breathing consciously increases the ability of the body’s ability to … Continue reading Not breathing is not an option . . . .
B.H.E.M. – Brain Health through Eating, Moving
The brain is an organ that requires care and attention. The passage of time is reflected in its’ waning performance. Memory, Reasoning, Fine motor skills, Balance - these are some of the functions that exhibit decline with age. However, with care, the brain can perform with youthful dexterity well into old age. Physical balance and … Continue reading B.H.E.M. – Brain Health through Eating, Moving
Healthy Bones – the body’s framework
Having healthy bones is tantamount to having a healthy skeleton.
Self Care . . . . . it is necessary.
We take care of everything except 'Self'. We exist in the mundane realm of self.
HIP EXTENSION – an accessory exercise
Hip extension is an important biomechanical function performed by the body. Among many motions requiring hip extension, the most crucial to human activity is maintaining and upright posture. Nearly all to and fro movements of the body involve some degree of hip extension. This action is linked to many of the everyday requirement and athletic … Continue reading HIP EXTENSION – an accessory exercise
A Healthy New You . . . . . . YES!!!!!!
In society today, ill-health is increasingly prevalent. Offered programs and available medications are promoted as avenues to better health; however, the benefits of good health can be achieved through more personal endeavors. Thoughts are transformed to actions by simply doing something. Movement, as exercise, results from finding the degree of inspiration that is motivational. Foods … Continue reading A Healthy New You . . . . . . YES!!!!!!
Prostate Cancer and Black American Men
I had a great uncle, Walter Lee by name. He was quite an active guy. Even up into his nineties he was able bodied enough to shovel snow, in Nebraska and climb roofs to repair them. I would often marvel at how spry my uncle was. One day he told me that he had been … Continue reading Prostate Cancer and Black American Men
Exercise while relaxing on vacation – Chair Yoga
The movement of the body is important for maintenance of one’s health and well being. When you are on vacation, the tendency to gloss over adequate movement and exercise often occurs. There are many ways to exercise one’s body when one is on vacation. One way that you can move the body is to make … Continue reading Exercise while relaxing on vacation – Chair Yoga
