Aerobics at Penang Esplanade
Posted: June 19, 2012 at 3:16 am
Fazillah Hussain (right) with Che Mansor Mat (left) and Jeorge Subramaniam checking out the aerobics session T-shirts. Pic by Ramdzan Masiam
GEORGE TOWN: TO commemorate George Town as the host city for the fifth Tourism Promotion Organisation forum (TPO), the Penang Island Municipal Council (MPPP) will organise a mass aerobics session at the Esplanade on Jul 1.
Currently, over 1,000 people have already signed up with MPPP and the organisers are hoping for another 1,000 more to join in the free two-hour session which will begin at 7.30am.
MPPP recreation, tourism and international affairs department assistant director Fazillah Hussain said free T-shirts bearing the TPO logo will be given to participants.
"This would be a great time for everybody to get together and stay fit and celebrate Penang as the host for the upcoming TPO."
She added that paramotor experts will fly into Esplanade with the TPO, MPPP and state flags on the day as part of the grand celebrations.
The aerobics session will be led by Penang Physical Fitness Association vice-president Jeorge Subramaniam and Senam Seni Aerobik instructor Che Mansor Mat.
Those interested to join can come to the front of the City Hall building next to the Esplanade by 7am on the day or call the instructors at 016-411 2205 (Jeorge) or 012-432 3324 (Che Mansor).
George Town was selected earlier this year to host the TPO, beating many other cities in the region which had lobbied hard for the honour.
The TPO forum will see 200 people, including mayors, government delegates and industry players getting together to talk about the tourism industry at large.
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Evening Baby excercise – Video
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'Yoga Tour' aims to set record
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DENVER - Tyrone Beverly is a yoga expert. But he will be the first to tell you that yoga goes beyond fitness. He uses the practice to bring people together. "We really want to promote health and wellness socially, as well as physically," said Beverly, who operates the organization I'm Unique which focuses on fostering healthy lifestyles in all communities.
That is why he is planning on a hopefully large and diverse group of people practicing yoga in a museum. They will gather for the Illustrated Union Yoga Tour on Saturday, June 30 from 9 to 11 a.m. at The Wildlife Experience in Parker.
The event is open to the public, and Beverly welcomes people of all fitness and ability levels.
"We just want to open it to a wide group of people," he said, adding that the class will welcome people ranging from those who have never practiced yoga to advanced levels. Prenatal and kids classes will also be included. The event is open to people ages 8 and up.
To learn more about the Illustrated Union Yoga Tour, call 720-448-3300 or 303-358-9455. More information is also available on the organization's website: http://www.imuniqueunited.com.
(KUSA-TV 2012 Multimedia Holdings Corporation)
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Elaine Gavalas: Yoga May Help Breast Cancer Survivors
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Standard breast cancer treatments such as surgery, chemotherapy and radiation can have severe side effects. During and after cancer treatments patients often experience persistent fatigue and sleep problems that affect quality of life. Many women may also suffer from depression, anxiety and weight loss.
There are few treatments available to truly relieve these problems. Traditional care usually includes antidepressants and sleep meds that can have adverse side effects. Studies show that supportive therapies such as stress reduction and exercise classes can benefit cancer patients.
Current research reports that yoga practice can improve quality of life in women undergoing treatment for breast cancer. Yoga may also help promote sleep, boost energy and improve mental health.
Yoga Improves Sleep and Fatigue
A 2010 randomized controlled study, published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology, found yoga improved sleep problems and fatigue. About 75 percent of the patients were breast cancer survivors. All of the cancer patients suffered from sleep disruption for 2 to 24 months.
Researchers at the University of Rochester Medical Center administered either a yoga program (yoga group) or standard care (control group) to 410 cancer survivors for four weeks. Sleep quality, fatigue and quality of life were assessed before and after the study.
The yoga group participated in 75-minute yoga sessions two times per week. The yoga program, called YOCAS (Yoga for Cancer Survivors), included gentle hatha yoga and restorative yoga poses, breathing and meditation. Certified yoga teachers trained in the YOCAS program conducted the classes.
The researchers found that the yoga participants had significantly reduced fatigue and improved sleep quality compared to the control group. Furthermore, the yoga group used less sleep medication while the control group increased sleep meds.
"This is great news for cancer survivors who deal with persistent and debilitating side effects from their cancer and its treatments long after their primary therapy ends," said lead investigator Karen Mustian, Ph.D., M.P.H., assistant professor at the university of Rochester Medical Center, in a news release. "There are few treatments for the sleep problems and fatigue survivors experience that work for very long, if at all."
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Tip Talk 6 – What’s Great? with Life Coach Brodie – Video
Posted: June 18, 2012 at 5:19 pm
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Letter to the editor: Youth sports coaches are trying to teach
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I was very pleased to see Jim Konrads article regarding the problems that occur with youth sports. His are my sentiments exactly. Ive been involved in sports my entire life, as a player, coach and umpire. I feel everyone should just coach or umpire once to see the other side of things and then they may not be so inclined to criticize. Coaches also have to remember theyre coaching so the players can learn something about the game and have fun as well. Theyre not coaching a major league team.
All should take heed to Konrads comments and how his town handles these problems. I think it would be great if every local league followed suit. It would be very beneficial if all families registering their children for an activity receive a copy of the article. Hopefully, it will improve the bad feelings that transpire at games by the players, spectators, and unfortunately, some coaches.
Lets play ball.
WAYNE IRONS Moosup
Wayne Irons is a member of the Connecticut Softball Hall of Fame.
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Jerry Sandusky trial: Coaching colleagues describe Sandusky as busy, involved with children
Posted: at 5:18 pm
BELLEFONTE -- The first witness called to testify on behalf of Jerry Sandusky in his child sex abuse case is his former colleague on the Penn State football team and self-described close friend, Richard Anderson, who testified about the grueling schedule with long hours and little free time that college football coaches endure year-round.
But on cross-examination, Anderson said Sandusky spent a good deal of time at The Second Mile and working with young boys. It was common for him to include boys in football activities, and he saw them on occasion showering together, Anderson said.
Its something Anderson himself admits to, he said. At the YMCA, at Penn State, at other places. The first time I took a shower in high school was with coaches, it was part of my life, Anderson testified.
Yes, I do. Anderson answered.
Eleven year olds?
Yes.
Who you didnt know?
Yes. There are regularly young boys at the YMCA showering at the same time there are older people showering.
Do you hug them in the shower?
Anderson smiled. No.
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'Yoga Tour' aims to set record
Posted: at 5:18 pm
DENVER - Tyrone Beverly is a yoga expert. But he will be the first to tell you that yoga goes beyond fitness. He uses the practice to bring people together.
"We really want to promote health and wellness socially, as well as physically," said Beverly, who operates the organization I'm Unique which focuses on fostering healthy lifestyles in all communities.
That is why he is planning on a hopefully large and diverse group of people practicing yoga in a museum. They will gather for the Illustrated Union Yoga Tour on Saturday, June 30 from 9 to 11 a.m. at The Wildlife Experience in Parker.
The event is open to the public, and Beverly welcomes people of all fitness and ability levels.
"We just want to open it to a wide group of people," he said, adding that the class will welcome people ranging from those who have never practiced yoga to advanced levels. Prenatal and kids classes will also be included. The event is open to people ages 8 and up.
To learn more about the Illustrated Union Yoga Tour, call 720-448-3300 or 303-358-9455. More information is also available on the organization's website: http://www.imuniqueunited.com.
(KUSA-TV 2012 Multimedia Holdings Corporation)
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Fitness Matters: Motivating a loved one to healthier habits
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If you are a health-conscious person, getting your family to adopt the same values can sometimes seem like a losing battle. Motivating others in your household to become more active and make healthier meal choices may take perseverance, creativity, and being open to communication.
It can be tough on a relationship when one person is active and the one isnt. You may worry about their weight, overall health, mortality, and stress levels.
You cant make a person want to do something, and nagging never seems to get anybody anywhere. Even if a person succumbs to the nagging, the actions are often done begrudgingly and will never last. If this is you, you may feel like you are banging your head against the wall. So, whats the best approach?
Lead by example. Commit to your own exercise and healthy nutrition program. When others see how happy, energetic, and positive you are by taking care of yourself, they may begin wanting some of those same feelings.
Focus on how you feel. In a study published in Womens Health, midlife women who exercised because it made them feel good were more likely to stick with it than women who exercised for their weight or health. The belief that we are motivated by the scale or health statistics is false. Choosing healthy habits for the enjoyment or the intrinsic benefits of feeling great are far more motivating.
If you are trying to help your spouse change, ask them how they feel after participating in a sport or activity. Tie it to feeling good, improved productivity, or something else that matters to them. Helping someone else feel better can help them make the decision to become healthier for themselves, and not just for you.
Make it fun. Think of fun activities that you can do together as a couple. Rent a tandem bike, go hiking, take a walk after dinner, hit tennis balls to each other, or play basketball in the park. Try a cooking class together that focuses on healthier choices. Make it about spending quality time together and having fun, rather focusing on the exercise part of it.
Be supportive. If your spouse is trying at all, be encouraging! Your standards may not be the same as theirs. If they like to walk, but hate running, then encourage the walking pace. If they like to hit tennis balls for fun, and not play competitively, talk about how much fun it is, rather than focusing on perfecting the game. You start to feel burned out at some point, always being the encourager, but dont give up. When they are ready to ask questions, you will have some answers of experience. They may look to you for guidance when you least expect it.
Dont expect change overnight. We are all raised with different family backgrounds that make us who we are. If you were used to eating meat and potatoes every night for dinner, and now have been told to cut out bread and potatoes to lose weight, thats a tough habit to break. It takes patience, understanding which habits will help you feel your best, and moving towards new ideas that are healthy and still enjoyable.
I was raised having some sort of ice cream most nights before bed; do you wonder what I crave? Yes, ice cream is a habit that brings back the comforts of childhood, going to sleep with a full tummy, feeling like my sweet tooth was satisfied, and the memories of watching my mother mix milkshakes by hand.
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