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Active Lifestyles Versus the Aging Process

January 24, 2020 By Sandra Bornstein Leave a Comment

Sandy and Ira Bornstein Horseback Riding at Palisade Ranch , Gateway CanyonsColorado

My active adventures have taken me snorkeling in the Galapagos Islands, ziplining in mountainous regions of Costa Rica, trekking up uneven steps of the Great Wall of China, horseback riding and skiing in Colorado as well as other exhilarating activities. While some of my fellow … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Lifestyle Tagged With: active boomers, balanced perspective, being active after an injury, being balanced, being fit, functional longevity, James Clear, John Medina, Joon Fun, motivation to exercise, motivation to rehab, motivation to stay active, National Academy of Medicine

Nature Plus Activity Equals Stress Reduction

February 15, 2018 By Sandra Bornstein Leave a Comment

horses at rancho de la osa in Arizona

Stress is a byproduct of daily life. To combat the ill effects of excessive stress levels, people tend to seek out diversions. These pleasurable distractions are usually near their home or work environments. A convenient location helps to maintain a work—life balance and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Health & Fitness, Lifestyle Tagged With: commitment to exercise, enjoying nature, Keystone Colorado, KeystoneMoments, motivation to exercise, mountain activities, reducing stress, Summit County Colorado

Perseverance Leads to Successful Recovery

January 8, 2018 By Sandra Bornstein Leave a Comment

Crested Butte Hiking Trail

Decades ago, I realized that injuries are tied to an active lifestyle and that it’s important to resume normal activity as soon as possible. While this philosophy is sound, it doesn’t necessarily relate to all orthopedic issues. Sometimes the body responds slower to treatment or … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Health & Fitness, Lifestyle Tagged With: being active after an injury, Confucius quote, motivation to exercise, motivation to rehab, Ralph Waldo Emerson quote, rehabbing from foot surgery, rehabbing from orthopedic pain, Zig Ziglar quote

Appreciating an Inspiring Spirit

October 17, 2012 By Sandra Bornstein Leave a Comment

I am deviating slightly from my usual posts and instead sharing a story about an inspiring spirit. I rolled over in my sleep. A nagging pain shot across my shoulder blades. I shifted to another position. The pain intensified. "Rats!" I fidgeted. I continued to move back and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Attitude, Lifestyle Tagged With: appreciating less fortunate, avoiding exercise, coping with disabilities, coping with pain, middle-aged, motivation to exercise, overcoming adversity, rehab and swimming, therapeutic swimming

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