Good health is essential for independent living. Healthcare accessibility in the U.S. is minimal and profit-driven. This situation marginalizes many. Although life expectancy has risen due to scientific advances, chronic conditions are prevalent among the general populous due to inactive lifestyles. Nutrition is vital for health, but availability of processed foods, deviod of nutritional value, is dominate on conventional store shelves. Individuals must prioritize self-care to enhance their own, overall well-being.
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Essential Movements for Shoulder Stability and Functionality
The posterior arm chain plays a vital role in arm and shoulder stability, posture, and breathing. Modern sedentary lifestyles lead to posture issues and compromised shoulder functionality, due to laxity in the associated muscle structures Exercises targeting this area. can enhance strength and overall upper body performance.
Swimming, for me, . . . is . . .
The author reflects on their weekly swimming sessions, highlighting the numerous health benefits of aquatic exercise. Despite initial reluctance, swimming becomes a fulfilling spiritual and physical activity that enhances overall well-being and accessibility for all individuals.
Doctors and Modern Healthcare
Medical training emphasizes symptom treatment, often influenced by pharmaceutical funding, leading to cycles of dependency on quick relief rather than addressing root causes. Some doctors advocate for holistic approaches, aiming to provide well-rounded healthcare by considering patients' overall well-being and preventative measures.
Attachment
Attachment, a human experience, can lead to suffering if not released. In Buddhism, attachment, called upādāna, leads to suffering and hinders spiritual growth.
Movement is beneficial
Regularly engaging the body's multi-directional capacity through exercises involving multiple planes of motion and joints enhances functional physical capacity. Modern society's sedentary lifestyle leads to physical degradation. Incorporating compound exercises that engage the entire body and challenge biomechanical stability is crucial for maintaining functional longevity.
Fruits: Stronger in combination
Fruit medleys provide an array of health benefits. The variety of fruit combinations can be arranged for specific, desired results.
Conscious(ly) Breathing
Full Breathing can be developed to a point where it is (almost) automatic
Fit in the Face of Convenience
Convenience in modern society severs the ‘everyday person’ from wellness, fitness, and functionality enhancing activities and actions.
Move and move more
The importance of bodily movement cannot be overstated. The majority of 'healthy agers' exemplify a more youthful vigor due to consistently engaging in movement activities.
