Author: Irene Pastore

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Exercise-Avoidance Excuse Of The Month: June 2021

June 5, 2021

I’M GOING ON VACATION

Solution # 1: Most Hotels Have Stretch Areas, Cardio Equipment, Weight Machines, And Dumbbells

Solution #2: Bring Easy-To-Pack Portable Exercise Equipment Such As Bands, Tubes, TRX, or Medicine Ball

Solution #3: Learn A Bodyweight Exercise Routine That Doesn’t Require Equipment

Irene Pastore, is a Certified Personal Trainer, fitness blogger, health educator, and speaker. She has 23 years experience teaching exercise in New York City.. To read her complete bio, visit the About Page.

Home Fitness: Non-Slip Agility Markers

June 5, 2021

Space-Saving, Colorful, Wide Applications and Portable

CATEGORY: Speed, Agility, Balance

HOW TO USE IT: Non-slip 9-inch flat disks, for use on smooth indoor surface.  Works well on carpets.

PORTABILITY: Dots are lightweight and portable.  Toss in a carry bag for easy transport.

BENEFITS:  Improve balance and range of motion.  Suitable for any level of fitness, including older adults, and kids.

TYPE OF WORKOUT: Hops, jumps and balance drills.  For increased challenge, use more than 1 set, and/or combine with Agility Ladders and Rings.  Excellent for seniors who want to improve balance.

Non-Slip Agility Markers Are Available on Amazon. Follow This Link For Details and Price.

National Strawberry Shortcake Day June 14, 2021

June 3, 2021

STRAWBERRY RECIPE LINKS

AllRecipes.com

FoodNetwork.com

Florida Strawberry Growers Association

CaliforniaStrawberries.com

CountryLiving.com – 16 Fun Facts All Strawberry Lovers Should Know

Irene Pastore, is a Certified Personal Trainer, fitness blogger, health educator, and speaker. She has 25 years experience teaching exercise in New York City.  To read her complete bio, visit the About Page.

National CPR and AED Awareness Week June 1-7 2021

May 31, 2021

CPR* Is Easy To Learn, And May Save the Life Of A Loved One

LINKS

American Heart Association CPR & First Aid

American Red Cross

*Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation/Automated External Defibrilator

Irene Pastore, is a Certified Personal Trainer, fitness blogger, health educator, and speaker. She has 25 years experience teaching exercise in New York City.  To read her complete bio, visit the About Page.

Hiking Accident Prevention: An Emergency Shelter Can Save Your Life

May 28, 2021

Day Hikers Have Died Preventable Deaths Because They Weren’t Prepared For Getting Lost In Bad Weather

EMERGENCY SURVIVAL TENT

Carry an emergency shelter in your pack for your next day trip. You may not think you’ll ever need it, but your life will depend on it if you get lost, or there’s an unexpected change in the weather. It’s worth the extra weight in your pack.

Emergency survival tents are sold in sporting goods stores, Walmart, REI.com, and Amazon.

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KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: Trip Planning Resources For Hikers and Backpackers

Irene Pastore, is a Certified Personal Trainer, fitness blogger, health educator, and speaker. She has 25 years experience teaching exercise in New York City.  To read her complete bio, visit the About Page.