ACTIVE SENIORS

All the seniors were learning ‘Cane Fu’ fighting

Hi Folks,

I found this article in THE COLUMBUS DISPATCH (Columbus, Ohio) and it really caught my attention and tickled my funny bone. But then after reading the article through I realized what a great self defense these folks have developed. Cane Fu, may the force (of a good sturdy cane) be with you.

Woody

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ACTIVE SENIORS – Golf Tips For The Senior Golfer

Hi Folks,

Last week my “Retirement On A Budget” site decided to throw a fit and go on strike. So I moved on over to my “Woodys Retirement Blog” until I could figure what was up with this one. I was real excited about Friday’s post for senior golfers so I am re-posting it on here in “Retirement On A Budget”.

I must admit that I don’t know much about golf. But that’s OK because most of my friends are golfers (and good golfers at that, so they tell me ) so I’m sure they will keep me straight on everything I publish about golf. 

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Seniors Who Volunteer Outlive Non-Volunteers

Hi Folks,

I thought you might like to read this post from the May 4, 2009, HealthyDay News – - another good reason to get off your back-sides and start helping others.

Happy retirement,
Woody

Seniors Who Volunteer Outlive Non-Volunteers

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Keeping mind, body active helps curb onset of Alzheimer’s

Hi Folks,

I just discovered this really good article in the Malibu, California, Malibu Times and knew you would want to read it right away. So here it is, my second posts for the day.

Hope you’re having a fine day,
Woody

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Simple Ways Seniors Can Stay Active and Healthy

Hi Folks,

I thought today would be a good time to throw in a few words about taking good care of yourself. . . STOP -WAIT! Don’t click away just yet. There are some very good ideas in this article. Read the article and then get busy

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GOOD HEALTH, EXERCISE, AND SENIORS

Hi Folks,

This isn’t the first time I have blogged about this, so I guess this is what our young folks would call “a nag”. OK, so be it. But this is one nag you should listen to and heed!

Did you know that inactivity contributes to an estimated 250,000 deaths each year in the United States? This, in spite of our being reminded constantly on TV,  in newspapers, and magazines of how vitally important exercise is. . . Especially for seniors!!!!  

Over one half of all Americans fail to meet current standards for exercise as recommended by the CDC, the US Surgeon General, the American College of Sports Medicine, and the American College of Preventative Medicine. And I’ll bet this percentage is even higher for seniors. And these experts are talking about only 3o minutes of moderate exercise five days a week.

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COMPUTERS ARE GOOD FOR YOUR MIND

Hi Folks,

I love computers and I love the internet. I spend hours each day on my computer, I can’t imagine life without one.

I use my computer to keep a journal, our family budget, write letters, and to create booklets, manuals, and handouts. I use it to keep up on the local and world news, maintain this blog (and some other little enterprises), email family and friends, and do research. I even use it to reserve DVDs from the library. I am a member of several forums and membership groups and I have a fantastic collection of ebooks. I could go on and on.

Please don’t get me wrong, I’m not a geek. Far from it. I struggle with my computer and everything connected with it and to it every day, but that doesn’t keep me from using and enjoying it.

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