Swimming provides an excellent health benefit and is easier on the old body than other forms of exercise (My Moses is not so sure; he prefers just to bark for his exercise)
What does it take to live a good life?
Surveys show that most young adults believe that obtaining wealth and fame are keys to a happy life. But a long-running study out of Harvard suggests that one of the most important predictors of whether you age well and live a long and happy life is not the amount of money you amass or notoriety you receive. A much more important barometer of long term health and well-being is the strength of your relationships with family, friends and spouses.
Buckle up!
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Gentleman: This Sunday is Mother's Day. Not making a big deal about it might be harmful to your health...... Your Mom as well as the mother of your children really do deserve this special day....
Trouble sleeping? Please read this article. It discusses "sleep hygiene" and the positive effects of positive sleep thoughts. Truthfully, it is helpful to reassure your awake self that all is fine and you indeed will eventually fall asleep and feel fine in the morning....
I know that it is difficult to admit to yourself that you might need medication to remain healthy. However, the consequence of NOT being compliant can be quite costly!
In the late 1960's, it was not uncommon to succumb to a heart attack when we entered our 50's. 40% of the population smoked, a cholesterol of 240 was considered normal and half of Americans had what we consider now hypertension. We are doing better today because we are concentrating on smoking cessation, controlling blood pressure, controlling cholesterol levels and keeping our blood sugars normal. Read the article below and you will better understand why I "pound" you guys on obtaining a normal blood pressure, stopping smoking, achieving a reasonable weight and normalizing your blood cholesterol and sugar.
Cures for spring fever: 1) Clean out the yard and the garage; 2) Organize your fishing gear; 3) Take a bike ride; 4) Walk the pooches; 5) Go to a Brewers game. Let spring begin!
Fact or Fiction: Is spring fever a real phenomenon: Read more and you will find out why we do what we do in the spring.
Well, I am back! What a fantastic feeling being able to work again. Bear with my limping while I continue my physical therapy. Getting a new knee has been a bit more arduous than I anticipated. My new days and hours will be abbreviated in April (Mondays/South; Tuesdays&Thursdays/Mayfair) but hopefully I will back to full strength by May. Again, I am sorry tor all the changing of appointment days and I truly appreciate everyone's understanding.
I GOOFED!..... My new knee did NOT handle my return to work this week. It swelled up to the size of a watermelon and got so hot it fried my pant leg. I just can't return yet...... Dr. Vinodkumar Shah, the world's nicest man and a GREAT physician, will cover for me until I get cleared to go back to work by 1) my wife; 2) my orthopedist; 3) my internist; and 4) my physical therapist.(In that order). I regret to say that "my way did not work"...... I do apologize for all the rescheduling and my lack of availability. Hopefully I will be up and running in a few weeks. I appreciate your understanding and patience.
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