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I’m James Burns
Jim has always understood the benefits of exercise and is an advocate of helping schools build more activity time into student schedules to keep our children active and above all healthy. Jim is certified by the National Academy Of Sports Medicine (NASM) as a personal trainer and believes that exercise is the first step in reducing stress and becoming balanced mentally, socially, emotionally, and spiritually. As an educator Jim believes that knowledge is power and that everyone should understand the benefits of exercise. “I Trained For A Quadruple Bypass” (contained as part of this newsletter) explains his journey from the understanding one’s own health and how one can ready themselves physical, mentally, and spiritually and do so without fear. Having a history of heart disease and stroke in his family Jim has learned that we are not determined by our genetics we are only influenced, and we can change our response to the influence at any time.
Know Your Why
As an older adult, a senior citizen of 70 years I would like to think that I know what I am doing. I’ve been through a lot as one might suspect and I do have experience in many areas in general. I know what’s important and I do prioritize my day which does include an...
The Feel Good Transmitter
Physical Symptoms Of Depression As stated in the article regular exercise won't cure depression but it does help release sertonin known as the feel good transmitter. Studies have shown that just 10 minutes of exercise helps release this neurotransmitter in the brain....
Some Small Changes That Can Help You Lose Weight
Medically Reviewed by Jabeen Begum, MD on July 14, 2024 Written by WebMD Editorial Contributor Read the WebMD Article Here The key take aways for those that want to achieve lasting weightloss can be found in number 2 and number 3. I am not a proponent of breakfast. I...
Changing The Genetic Narrative
In February of 2022 I visited my cardiologist for my yearly exam. He has been caring for me for about 20 years and I saw him not only as my doctor but as a friend who really looked out for me in my ways. When the examination was completed I said to him, you know doc...
Micro Workouts
To be very honest up until recently I never heard of this before. Basically it’s doing 5-10 minutes of exercise throughout the day. Oh, you can do a more general workout say for 30-45 minutes for sure. But often after these long workouts we tend to revel in the fact...
Functional Fitness
What Is Functional Fitness ? The term “functional fitness” has been a popular buzzword in the fitness industry for the past few years. It refers to exercises that improve your ability to perform everyday activities, like walking, carrying, bending, squatting, etc.,...
Fitness Through The Ages
How to Adapt Workouts for Every Stage of Life Fitness is a lifelong journey, but the way we exercise should evolve as we age. The key to a healthy body is adjusting workouts to match our physical capabilities, energy levels, and goals at different stages of life....
Protection For Your Brain
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Navigating Your 40’s and 50’s: Challenges Men Face (podcast)
Today, we're going to be talking about something that doesn'tt get enough attention, the challenges men face in their 40s and even their 50's. This stage of life is often called middle age, and it's a time of transition, reflection, and sometimes, struggle. From...
Do Low-Carbohydrate Diets Help Control Blood Sugar and Promote Weight Loss?
Low-carbohydrate diets have gained popularity for their potential benefits in weight loss and blood sugar management. Advocates claim that cutting back on carbohydrates can lead to better glycemic control, reduced insulin resistance, and sustainable weight loss. But...