EPRD Healthy Living Newsletter / March 2016
Welcome, Spring!
It's the start of the warm, sunny season when we want to be fit and strong so we can do so many fun things -- hiking, biking, climbing, playing sports, swimming and so much more! But with busy schedules, family responsibilities and work, finding the time and motivation to work out can be difficult. If you can find a partner or join a group with designated workouts and established meeting times, you'll find sticking to a routine much easier. Signing up for a class is a great way to start. EPRD has a huge array to choose from! Learn more about classes in the Rec Centers and even in the pool!Healthy Body
If you're only logging miles on the road but skipping strength sessions, consider kettlebells. Because it takes more than just running to prepare for competition! Use kettlebells to swing, squat and snatch your way to perform your best at your next race, says Competitor.com. (EPRD also offers fitness classes a that use weights, and has kettlebells in both Rec Centers' weight rooms.)
Healthy Mind
Life is demanding, and it's very easy to feel that life is out of control. But you have a choice. You can bring balance to your life if you make it a priority, says Personal Development Master.
Healthy Eating
Spring into Easter with a fresh menu fromCooking Light brimming with bright flavors and produce. From carrots and zucchini to asparagus and peas, these delicious veggies will bring a pop of color and taste to your table.
Healthy Parenting
It's not often we let a celebrity give parenting advice in this email, but Jennifer Garner offers the Huffington Post three words that say it all: Let It Go."
Healthy Aging
Turns out you CAN teach an old dog new tricks and become more mentally agile as you age. Take that, Father Time! From a report on National Public Radio.
Healthy Giving
Anyone with a mission in life knows it's true -- having a purpose in life protects you from multiple adverse health outcomes in older age. Now even scientists are convinced, says Healthy Living. So what's YOUR higher purpose?
Healthy Planet
Whether you are moving to a new house or renovating your old apartment, buying new furniture to fit your abode can be expensive. Instead of spending dollars on new furnishing, why don't you recycle existing household items into some aesthetic and practical units? From Eco Friend.
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