A happy, healthy Halloween
The Halloween season brings with it a lot of sugar, but there are plenty of healthier options that trick-or-treaters will be glad to have in their bags.
Food des(s)erts: in search of healthy foods, including treats
Living a healthy lifestyle is especially challenging when its hard to find fresh healthy food. One way to help is to volunteer with Oasis CATCH Healthy Habits.
Preventing falls makes walking more fun
Taking a long walk is no fun if you fall. Avid walker and Oasis guest blogger Betty Higbie has just learned some good strategies for staying on your feet.
Start your fight against the flu
Adults over 65 are especially susceptible to the getting the flu because the immune system is weaker. Getting a vaccine before flu season hits is a smart choice.
Strength and endurance make daily living better
Daily exercise and physical activity can slow down the effects of aging and improve our quality of life. A program of aerobic, strength and flexibility exercises will help improve functional fitness levels.
Take a stand to prevent falls
An Oasis Better Balance class helped Lin Dempsey prepare to enjoy the challenge of an African safari. Exercise is important to prevent falls wherever you go.
Taking a little time from work to volunteer!
Debbie Schirmer explains how being CATCH Healthy Habits volunteers as part of the work day turned out to be a healthy treat for her and other Maritz employees.
Teaching is a Healthy Habit for Genetra
The idea of changing our exercise or eating habits can be overwhelming. Genetra Bowser enjoys helping others find motivation to get started by leading Healthy Habits for Adults classes.
Get started with a fitness plan that fits you
For anyone who needs a jump start and encouragement to keep the momentum, there are some great tools available with Go4Life. Find out how to get started today!
Regular exams are essential to keeping your eyes healthy
As we age, our vision changes, but vision loss is not a normal part of aging. Many eye diseases have no symptoms. Regular exams are the best way to detect conditions that can impair your sight.