Don’t forget cool-down stretches after exercise. They are a crucial part of any post-activity for a safe recovery. Here are six of the best.
Six Simple Exercises to Prepare You For Any Activity
April 12, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Six dynamic warm-up exercises for summer activities
April 5, 2012 By Leave a Comment
It’s time to get rid of all of that cozy couch time that seems to happen when it gets dark at 4 p.m. and it’s cold all the time. Spring is here. You are beginning to think of getting into your active zone again. It could be cycling, golfing, tennis, hiking, gardening, camping or simply [...]
3 Ways to Stay Active and Warm This Winter
December 30, 2011 By 1 Comment
After one of the warmest summers in recent memory, the focus now shifts on ways for seniors to remain active throughout the winter months. It is important that seniors remain active throughout the entire year and not just when the weather outside is pleasant. Here are three ways that seniors across Ontario are braving the cold winter and staying active within their local communities.
Ontario Senior Games: The District Winter Games Begin!
November 3, 2011 By Leave a Comment
After very successful OSGA District Summer Games with over 7,000 individuals participating, the Ontario Senior Games Association is shifting gears now on OSGA District Winter Games. District Winter Games are formally getting started with Kick off Events in Windsor-Essex (District 32) and Durham Region (District 13), this Friday November 4th and Saturday November 5th respectively. [...]
OSGA 55+ Regional Games: Enjoyed by 1200+ Ontario seniors!
September 21, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Over the past few weeks throughout Ontario, the Ontario Senior Games Association and over 1200 participants have been fortunate to have had wonderful weather, friendly competitions and enjoyable social gatherings at all three OSGA 55+ District Regional Games. Here’s a quick re-cap: Hamilton, August 17th: Over 140 participants competed in the Golden Horseshoe Regional District [...]
5 Of The Largest Growing Senior Recreational Activities In Ontario
August 30, 2011 By 1 Comment
Everyone is now well aware of the push by health advocators and the senior demographic to stay active throughout their retirement years . The question is though, what are the activities that are of interest to me personally? Here are 5 activities that are becoming the talk of seniors across Ontario
Retirement residents raise money for Terry Fox
May 24, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The Terry Fox Foundation is inviting retirement residents to host their own “Golden Fox” runs at their communities to raise funds for cancer research on Sunday, September 19th.
Comfort Life news roundup
May 6, 2011 By Leave a Comment
It’s been a great week for news with the Federal election—and how its results may affect your finances, a 94-year-old fashionista, medical advancements, a video on music, the brain and creativity…and in anticipation of Mother’s Day this Sunday, the best advice mom ever gave me! Here is what caught our attention this week: Fitness and [...]
How strong are your bones?
May 2, 2011 By Leave a Comment
According to Osteoporosis Canada, one in four women and at least one in eight men over the age of 50 have osteoporosis. You can’t control all of your risk factors for osteoporosis but you can take steps to keep your bones strong so: Exercise regularly to increase strength and improve flexibility and posture Get appropriate [...]
