by Lori Michiel | Jan 1, 2023 | Blog
Figuring out who we are today means sitting down and taking stock of our current strengths, weaknesses, values and preferences in life. Did you ever try to figure out why we develop certain characteristics that seem contrary to our behaviors...
by Lori Michiel | Dec 1, 2022 | Blog
We can make excuses about anything, but do we want to change our behavior? It is so easy to keep repeating what is comfortable—or to give ourselves excuses! We all do it. Here are some common excuses and solutions that...
by Lori Michiel | Nov 1, 2022 | Blog
When a family member’s health declines suddenly, thoughts fill our hearts and actions fill our lives. How lucky am I that my mom, who is almost 92-years-old, has been healthy and independent most of her life. Up until recently she ...
by Lori Michiel | Oct 1, 2022 | Blog
Stretching is the most overlooked form of exercise. After returning to see my physical therapist, she insisted that I stretch more often so I can improve the range-of-motion in my hips. Geez, I thought I was already doing plenty of...
by Lori Michiel | Sep 1, 2022 | Blog
Inactivity doesn’t have to be permanent. Active Aging Week encourages adults 50+ to reclaim their power. Few people know about the International Council on Active Aging (ICAA). I was fortunate to learn about this novel organization in 2006, the same...
by Lori Michiel | Aug 1, 2022 | Blog
Research supports an exercise program sequence for older adults and seniors. Exercise has always been a BIG part of my life which is why I used to belong to a gym, run in my spare time or bike along the...
