Memorial Day is a day to honor Americans who have died in service to their country. Many people attend a memorial day event, visit a cemetery where a loved one is buried, or spend time remembering a service member. In addition, for others, it’s the unofficial beginning of summer. So, it brings barbecues, picnics, swimming, […]
Memorial Day is a day to honor Americans who have died in service to their country. Many people attend a memorial day event, visit a cemetery where a loved one is buried, or spend time remembering a service member. In addition, for others, it’s the unofficial beginning of summer. So, it brings barbecues, picnics, swimming, […]
Remember when 125,000 Peloton Tread+ treadmills were recalled after the death of a child and dozens of incidents of children, pets, and objects being pulled under the rear roller? The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Peloton have finally agreed on a rear guard repair for the recalled Tread+ treadmill. The repair eliminates possible entrapment […]
This huge recall is getting a lot of media attention and it surely is adding to Peloton’s financial problems as people head back to the gym after staying home during the covid-19 pandemic. The company is recalling about 2.2 million exercise bikes, Model No. PL01, because the bike’s seat post assembly can break during use, […]
If you’re over 65, exercise can be an important part of your life. Not only does it help keep your body strong and healthy, but it also helps to improve mental well-being. Exercise is a great way to stay active and socialize with others in the community or even just within the comfort of your […]
The first e-bike that caught John’s eye was the Pedego Comfort Cruiser. As its name suggests, this bike was all about comfort.
Do something that increases your heart rate, meaning you push the pace a bit when you walk to recruit immune cells into circulation. The MedlinePlus website suggests doing the following activities: • Take 20 to 30-minute walks daily • Go to the gym every other day • Play golf regularly Exercise can help boost your […]
Harvard Medical School states, “Exercising regularly, every day if possible, is the single most important thing you can do for your health. Absolutely! Regular physical activity has many benefits for both physical and mental health. It can help to improve cardiovascular health, strengthen bones and muscles, reduce the risk of developing certain chronic conditions such […]
The immune system responds to exercise, with the extent and duration reflecting the degree of physiological stress imposed by the workload. Data support a clear inverse relationship between moderate exercise training and illness risk (the more exercise, the lower the risk of getting sick). Reachers have suggested hormonal and cytokine factors that regulate immune function […]
Last week, in the Seattle area, we had snow, unusual for Western Washington. Fortunately, the power didn’t go out so we got by with little trouble. While I was dealing with weather issues, here’s what my blogger friends were writing about: Exercise that isn’t agonizing We know we need to exercise to stay healthy and […]
