Renew Active is a valuable supplemental benefit of a United Healthcare or AARP Medicare Advantage program. Aimed at improving fitness levels and social engagement among older Americans, Renew Active offers gym membership at many local, premium gyms. Members may receive an annual personalized fitness plan, access to group classes, and online workout videos and fitness […]
Smooth Summer Sipping
Smooth Summer Sipping In Health Directions’ ongoing focus on wellness, we’ve featured stories on the importance of hydration, nutrition and taking advantage of our local summer harvests. A “go-to” concoction that checks off all these health boxes for us is the versatile smoothie. As a meal, snack or post-exercise refresher, smoothies are filling and delicious. Better […]
PEDDLING THE PEDALS*
Cycling — whether cruising down a breezy shoreline path or sweating bullets on a stationary bike — is an excellent activity for senior health. It’s low impact, improves balance and coordination, and is very good for the pulmonary and cardiovascular systems. The endurance and strength you build can have a positive impact on your physical […]