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Business Growth Facilitator Ron Finklestein on how to take back control of your life – LIVING WELL Magazine

August 23, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Life Begins After 50 – taking back control of your life
By Ron Finklestein, Business Growth Facilitator, Akron LIVING WELL Magazine
Many people over 50 are starting their own business. Recent surveys of Americans 50 and over indicate the vast majority of people want to work after “retirement.” A growing number find attractive the sense of independence and fulfillment that comes from doing work they really enjoy in their own businesses. […]

Lisa L. Miller, PGA Master Professional talks golfing fun – LIVING WELL Magazine

August 23, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Golf can be Fun for Everyone in the Family…

By Lisa L. Miller, PGA Master Professional, Linn County LIVING WELL Magazine

PGA golf professionals at your local golf course are always looking for ways to make the game of golf more fun. Everyone’s time is limited for their recreation and golf can be the one game that your family can enjoy together. Mom and dad, kids and grandparents can play together, keep up with the pace of play so all golfers can enjoy their round and they can learn a lifetime sport. […]

Centura Health at Home: Options for Senior Living – LIVING WELL Magazine

August 23, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Options for Senior Living: Independent Living in a Senior Community

By Laura Nelson, Marketing Director, Centura Health at Home, Colorado Springs LIVING WELL Magazine
Over the summer, many of us visit parents or other older relatives. […]

The Manor Village at Scottsdale on staying fit in your later years – LIVING WELL Magazine

August 22, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

The Manor Village at Scottsdale on staying fit in your later years – LIVING WELL Magazine
By Cara Casey, The Manor Village at Scottsdale, Scottsdale LIVING WELL Magazine

When most people hear the word fitness, they wince with the thought of hard work and unpleasant exercises that leave the wind knocked out of them. However, living an active life is actually a lot easier than you’d think. If you ease into it slowly, the benefits will have you wondering why you didn’t do it sooner. […]

Innovative Aesthetics Medical Spa & Laser Center on "It's shorts season; do you like what you see?" – LIVING WELL MAGAZINE

August 21, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

It’s shorts season; do you like what you see?

Courtney Albritton, PA-C, MPA Clinical Director, Innovative Aesthetics Medical Spa & Laser Center, Linn County LIVING WELL Magazine
It’s summer time, do you find yourself wearing pants despite the heat and humidity, or wearing longer capris just so you can avoid wearing shorts? Or do you typically find ways to cover up your legs because you don’t like what you see if you answered yes, there may be treatments available that you have been unaware of. […]

Alta Vista Retirement Community on senior living communities make room for pets – LIVING WELL Magazine

August 20, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Senior Living Communities Make Room for Pets
By Carolyne Kennedy, Alta Vista, Scottsdale LIVING WELL Magazine
The benefits of pet ownership for seniors have been well documented over the years in scholarly research, but that’s no surprise to pet owners.
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CarePro Health Services on Three steps to building a strong foundation of health – LIVING WELL Magazine

August 20, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Three steps to building a strong foundation of health
By Shannon Davis, CarePro Health Services, Linn County LIVING WELL Magazine
Are you looking for ways to fight illness and build a healthier you? For many Americans, even a balanced diet and regular exercise are not enough. […]

TCU Extended Education: Expanding your horizons with wine tasting – LIVING WELL Magazine

August 19, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Wine Tasting: Expand Your Horizons

Courtesy TCU Extended Education, LIVING WELL Magazine
It used to be “do you prefer red or white?” Now, it’s “do you prefer Old World vs. New World, Pinot Grigio or Chardonnay, the 2005 or 2007 vintage?” There is no reason to be intimidated by wine—your palate is your own and it’s up to you as to how in-depth you want to go. […]

Dr. W.L. Lippert on Spinal Stenosis – LIVING WELL Magazine

August 19, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

The Problem is…Spinal Stenosis

By W.L. Lippert, M.D., Colorado Springs LIVING WELL Magazine
Spinal stenosis is a common cause of low back and leg pain. Unfortunately, it is responsible for pain in the senior population far too often. […]

Colorado Springs Orthopaedic Group on Common Ailments of the Aging Hand (Part II) – LIVING WELL Magazine

August 19, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

COMMON AILMENTS OF THE AGING HAND PART II

By Richard S. Idler, MD, Hand & Upper Extremity Specialist, Colorado Springs Orthopaedic Group, Colorado Springs LIVING WELL Magazine

The hand is an anatomically complex and sophisticated organ that directly impacts our independence and quality of life and merits careful consideration and care as we age. […]