Clue, Sorry, Scrabble

23 Friday Nov 2012

Posted by creatingahealthylifestyle in Family Fun

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Adult Children, Adults, Board Games, Bonding, Children, Clue, Enjoyment, Family Fun, Fun Bonding, Games, Games as Entertainment, Monopoly, Old-fashioned Board Games, Scrabble, Sorry, Teens

When was the last time you played an old-fashioned board game? Playing board games can be a great way to bond with your children, grandchildren, adult children and other adults. Many games such as Clue, Scrabble and Monopoly, have a junior version for younger children.

Here are some suggestions for enjoyable playing:

1. Keep it fun.

2. Team up if you have too many people or pair a child with a teen or adult for more advanced games.

3. Don’t worry about the outcome and who is going to win. Just like an athlete, play your game, do your best and don’t cave into pressure. Stay focused on the game and your turn rather than on winning.

What if the winner was the person or team that had the most fun, win or lose? Play for the pure enjoyment and entertainment that games are designed for.

Love, Health & Happiness,

Phyllis

Have You Tried a Mini-Trampoline?

28 Tuesday Aug 2012

Posted by creatingahealthylifestyle in Healthy Body

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Adults, Exercise, Fun Exercise, hand rails, Healthy Body, healthy-living, Kids, Low-impact, Mini-trampoline, Movement, Physical exercise, Teens, upbeat music, Workout

Mini-Trampolines were quite popular years ago. I’ve had one for many years, leaning up against some bookshelves. Last week I placed it on the floor and actually used it, twice! I had forgotten how much I enjoy listening to upbeat music and jogging on it.

Now, mini-trampolines come in a variety of sizes and some even come with hand rails. It’s great exercise for kids, teens and adults.

Some benefits of a mini-trampoline include:

1. It’s portable and can be used indoors or outdoors.

2. It’s low-impact, easy on your knees and joints.

3. You can vary your pace on it by marching (similar to walking), jogging slow, or jogging fast (like running). For a more intense workout, raise your knees up higher.

4. It’s a fun and easy way to tone your legs.

5. Your arms can get a workout at the same time by moving them up and down, side to side, or in kick-boxing fashion.

Put some music on and have some fun!

Love, Health & Happiness,

Phyllis

Fiber Promotes Health!

14 Thursday Jun 2012

Posted by creatingahealthylifestyle in Healthy Eating

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Adults, Blood Sugar, Children, Cholesterol, Diabetes, Dietary fiber, Fruit, Health, Healthy Eating, Heart disease, Low-density lipoprotein, Vegetables, Weight Loss, Whole grain

Quiz: Which food has the highest amount of fiber?

a. 1 apple

b. ½ c. blueberries

c. 1/2 cup black beans

d. 1 whole wheat pita

(See answers below)

Dietary fiber can be found in whole grains, fruit, vegetables, cooked beans, peas, lentils, nuts and seeds.

Fiber has important health benefits for adults and children. It promotes regularity, prevents constipation and can aid in weight loss and maintaining a healthy weight. Fiber has also been shown to prevent some cancers, especially colon and breast cancer. In addition, fiber may help lower the LDL cholesterol (the bad cholesterol) and total cholesterol, therefore reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke. Fiber can also help lower blood sugar, therefore helping better manage diabetes, and possibly preventing diabetes.

A product or food item can be labeled “High Fiber” when it contains 5 grams or more per serving of fiber. Fiber-containing foods such as vegetables help provide a feeling of fullness with fewer calories. And research has shown that children who eat a wide variety of fiber-rich foods will likely continue with this healthy habit later in life!

Answers: c. 1/2 cup black beans has 6 grams of fiber; a. 1 apple has 4.5 grams; b. ½ c. blueberries has 4.4 grams; d. 1 whole wheat pita has 4.5 grams.

Love, Health & Happiness,

Phyllis

Let’s Get Moving!

25 Friday May 2012

Posted by creatingahealthylifestyle in Family Fun, Healthy Body

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Adults, Children, Exercise, Family Fun, Healthy, Healthy Body, Healthy Fun, Healthy Lifestyle, Physical Activity, Walking

There are many ways to get moving, walking briskly, jogging, swimming, dancing, and bicycling, to name a few. Your local city or community usually have programs for adults, and children of all ages, who want to learn a new sport or participate on competitive or non-competitive teams. These may include soccer, basketball, tennis, volleyball, swimming, gymnastics, and badminton. Dance studios are another place to add variety that may include jazz, hip-hop, ballet, and tap dancing. If you belong to a gym, they usually offer a variety of classes and may have some that children or teens can attend, especially in the summer.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that children and adolescents get 60 minutes of physical activity on most, preferably all, days of the week. The recommendation for adults is 2 hours and 30 minutes (150 minutes) of moderate-intensity aerobic activity (brisk walking) every week.

Put on some music and dance! Or get a buddy, join a team and get moving!

Love, Health & Happiness,

Phyllis

Creating a Healthy Lifestyle

Tag Archives: Adults

Clue, Sorry, Scrabble

Have You Tried a Mini-Trampoline?

Fiber Promotes Health!

Let’s Get Moving!