Why My Friends and I Joined the JCC By Annette Pinder Recently, my friend Nancy suggested that I try a one of the many virtual exercise classes offered by the Jewish Community Center of Greater Buffalo (JCC). Nancy’s friend, Enid, had told her about the classes
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How Much Exercise Do You Need to Stay Healthy? physical activity guidelines for children, adolescents, and adults Staying healthy is a full-time job. While it might not always prove so easy to exercise or eat right, the benefits of healthy living are undeniable. According to the
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Outdoor Activities Visit Rolling Hills Asylum Visit the Botanical Gardens and check their calendar. Botanical Gardens Virtual School Programs. Take a road trip to one of these Epic NYS Waterfalls You Can Drive to In 3 Hours or Less Sign up for a Board & Brush DIY
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BUFFALO, N.Y. (December 10, 2020) – First Night® Buffalo 2021, brought to you by the Independent Health Foundation in partnership with The Children’s Hospital of Buffalo Foundation, will be celebrated virtually for the first time this year. In lieu of a news conference, and in keeping with COVID-19
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Ways for Seniors to Stay Safe and Active during COVID (BPT) – Seniors are among the most vulnerable demographic groups when it comes to contracting COVID-19. However, SilverSneakers®, the nation’s leading community fitness program designed for older adults, finds that many are not getting the exercise
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COVID-19 and Vitamin D Evidence suggests possible positive effects By Sherry Verostko-Slazak ANP-BC and Marlene Rogers FNP-BC It is well known that Vitamin D plays an important role in developing and maintaining healthy bones and teeth. However, Vitamin D is also important in supporting our immune
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Parenting an Online Student? 5 reasons to include exercise (BPT) – As the pandemic continues, health experts and physicians are concerned that with home and online schooling replacing in-person curricula – including PE classes – our children may not be getting the physical activity they need
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Riding a bicycle helps the planet by reducing vehicle emissions and is also an ideal physical activity. Harvard University says biking at a speed of 12 to 13.9 miles per hour burns 298 calories in a 155-person in just 30 minutes. Bike riding has always been in
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The website www.Health.gov says adults need at least 150 to 300 minutes of moderate physical activity each week, and strength-based activities at least 2 days a week. So how are YOU doing? “Only 19 percent of Western New York adults are meeting those guidelines,” said Richard Vienne,
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American Lung Association Applauds New York State as New Tobacco Control Measures Go Into Effect Albany, NY (May 18, 2020) – New tobacco control measures, included in the New York State budget, went into effect today, May 18, 2020. The provisions prohibit the sale of all tobacco
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