Youthful Hearts Newsletter Issue #4

Published: Sat, 06/18/11

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Body, Mind & Spirit Fitness After 50 Newsletter

 


Youthful Hearts: Body, Mind & Spirit Fitness After 50    Newsletter Issue #4, June 18, 2011


In This Issue, From Jeanette Logan...
  • Jeanette's Message
  • Five Minutes of Fitness, Episode #6, Stretch
  • Healthy Snack: Roasted Chickpeas
  • Stressful Circumstances & Free Legal Aid for Seniors
  • Dirty Dozen & Clean Fifteen
  • Class News
  • A Laugh for Good Health
Jeanette's Message
Summer's here. Yay! I was driving into San Rafael for class yesterday morning, crossing the Richmond bridge, and it was so beautiful outside that I exited at the lookout point right off of Highway 580 to enjoy the amazing scenic bay view. There were birds frolicking about, and the sun was glistening and dancing on the water. I sat their for about 10 minutes just taking it all in. It was so nurturing and peaceful.

I'm still feeling the positive effects of that spontaneous meditative time from yesterday morning. Truly, a little bit can go a long way when we stop to appreciate the beauty that is all around us. Take time for yourself throughout the summer to feel the healing, warm embrace of the sun.
 
In honor of those who give (and have given) us affection, support and protection through the years: Happy Father's Day! Dads and fatherly caretakers, thanks for shining forth the strong presence of your fathering spirit. Your loving gifts are blessings to us all.
Health and Happiness,
Jeanette

Five Minutes of Fitness After Fifty, Video Episode #6
Ready for some soothing exercise? This stretch routine can be done while sitting or standing. Follow along with me to help with flexibility, vitality and relaxation. Click on the video below and use the password "STRETCH" (ALL CAPS) to gain access. Get your energy flowing and your mind turned on! 

 
Password is STRETCH. (All CAPS)

Did you take some quality time for yourself and stretch your body? If so, I would love to hear about it! Click here to go back to the video page and leave a comment.  

Previous newsletter issues (with my other free workout videos) can be found in my website archive.

Healthy Snack: Roasted Chickpeas
makes 1 1/4 cup

Next time you're craving a snack, try out this healthy one instead of chips. Chickpeas (also known as garbanzo beans) have no saturated fat or cholesterol and they're high in fiber, protein, copper, folate and manganese. So good!

Ingredients

One 15 oz. can chickpeas, well drained (cook from scratch if you prefer, but the canned chickpeas work well without the effort.)

Two Tablespoons of Olive Oil

One teaspoon smoked or sweet paprika (or spice of choice such as chili powder or cayenne pepper)

Salt and pepper to taste


Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees

 

2. Place chickpeas in a roasting pan or oven proof dish, drizzle with olive oil and bake for 10 minutes.

 

3. Stir the chickpeas and sprinkle them with the paprika. Bake for another few minutes until the chickpeas are golden and crisp on the outside. (I cook mine for 10 more minutes. I guess it depends on the oven.)

 

4. Optional: add dash of salt and pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Thank you Jules Clancy for this tasty snack recipe.

Stressful Circumstances and Free Legal Aid for Seniors
Recently one of my class members, Shirley, shared with me that her husband had passed away in early spring. In addition to the stress of dealing with her loss, she was having to deal with loads of unexpected paper work. Her husband's employer was wrongfully claiming that she was not entitled to her husband's pension. As if that wasn't enough, she was also involved in troublesome communications with their insurance company.
 
She did her best to turn things around, but she was left feeling helpless to the "powers that be." The financial support that she needed to survive and that was rightfully hers was being withheld. It seemed that they were not going to cooperate with her at this most difficult and vulnerable time in her life. How inappropriate it all was. My heart went out to her. Read More>

The "Dirty Dozen" & "Clean 15"
Because the harmful effects of pesticides are worrisome,  not well understood, or in some cases completely unstudied, it's wise for us to limit exposure to pesticides whenever possible. Although washing fresh produce can reduce levels of some pesticides, it does not eliminate them. Peeling also reduces exposures, but important nutrients often get thrown away with the peel. The best choice is to eat a varied diet, wash all produce, and select organic when possible to lower exposure to potentially toxic chemicals.
Since many of us can't always buy organic then it helps to know what conventional foods are safer choices.  The Environmental Working Group (EWG) conducted a study to see which fruits and vegetables had the highest and lowest levels of pesticides. The EWG's computer analysis found that we can cut our pesticide exposure by almost 90% by avoiding the most contaminated conventional fruits and veggies and eating the least contaminated instead. Here's what they found: Read More>
Class News
Our new 40 minute line dancing class at Margaret Todd Center in Novato got off to a fantastic start this last month! I love, love, love line dancing, and it's a true joy for me to have such kindhearted people to dance with. We'll be starting our next session on Thursday, June 23rd at 12:35pm. If you want to dance your way to better health, and have loads of fun, come join us! Men and women age 50+ are welcome. If you're planning on attending, be sure to wear soft sole shoes that allow you to make turns safely. Call me at (707) 642-3603 if you have any questions. (This class is not ideal for those who require mobility devices.)
Mark Your Calendar
There will not be any class on the following dates:
Goldenaires- Monday, July 4 (and maybe July 11, depending on city's furlough)
Margaret Todd- Tuesday, July 12
 
I'll be taking a mini vacation from July 9-13. Also, Thursday, July 14 is not a scheduled part of this next Margaret Todd session. However, if enough people want to attend class on a drop-in basis then I'll offer class that day. I'll let you know in early July.

Class Specials
Below is a free class coupon that may be used by anyone attending one of my classes for the first time. Share it with a friend or family member to encourage her/him to try out my program. If someone new attends one of my classes based on your recommendation by July 21, you'll receive a $5 coupon for a savings on your next registration fee. Your referral is the highest compliment that I can receive!


 

A Laugh for Good Health



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San Rafael, CA


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About Youthful Hearts 
Youthful Hearts is a fitness program that I, (Jeanette Logan ) started in 1994 for the after fifty crowd, (baby-boomers and seniors). It includes a variety of moderate, mindful fitness classes designed to help participants improve strength, balance, flexibility, aliveness and more!
Classes are currently held at Margaret Todd Senior Center in Novato, CA and Goldenaires in the San Rafael Community Center.
Tune in, Turn on, Tune up Your Body Mind & Spirit!

Class Types
Low Impact Aerobics
Strength & Stretch
Line Dancing
Chair Aerobics

Many of my classes include nurturing elements of Qi Gong, Tai Chi, Yoga, Meditation and natural Energy Medicine practices for improved vitality and wellness.
 
Summer Sessions
Novato, Margaret Todd Center: 
June 21 - August 4
August 9 - Sept 15
 
San Rafael Goldenaires sessions start at the beginning of each month.
For those who can not attend my local classes: My intention is to use my Youthful Hearts website and this newsletter to offer you beneficial guidance and support for body, mind and spirit fitness.

Favorite Quotes 
"It's not what you look at that matters, it's what you see." ~Henry David Thoreau
"By stimulating the flow of your life energy, your body's own healing network can be activated."
~Roger Callahan, Ph.D.

Have Any Questions? 
Don't hesitate to hit the reply button to any of the messages you receive from me. Or feel free to call me at 
(707) 642-3603.
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Fun Fact

You burn more calories sleeping than you do watching TV. :-)

FYI
Taken from an email that was recently forwarded to me by one of my class members:

"On Wednesday, Dr. Oz had a show on the fastest growing cancer in women: thyroid cancer.  It was a very interesting program and he mentioned that the increase could possibly be related to the use of dental x-rays and mammograms.

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