Old Age Is Not For Sissies
May 23, 2021
Strength Training Is The Key To Living Better Longer
Author: Irene Pastore
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Hiking Accident Prevention: Problems You Can’t Handle
May 23, 2021
Repeat These Four Words “Better Safe Than Sorry” – Then Turn Around And Head Back
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: Seven Risks Of Solo Hiking
May 22, 2021
Hiking Alone While Sick or Injured May Prove Fatal
RISK #1 ISOLATION – If you’re in pain or badly injured there’s no one to help you.
RISK #2 TECHNOLOGY FAIL – Battery malfunction, or the absence of cell phone signal, increases exposure to weather conditions, while you attempt to get help.
RISK #3 – HELP TAKES TIME – A rescue team may be hours away. In the meanwhile, your injury or illness can get worse.
RISK #4 MEDICAL EMERGENCY – You may find yourself completely immobilized, due to a pre-existing health condition, that requires immediate medical attention.
RISK #5 BLOOD LOSS – You’re unable to care for a wound that causes significant blood loss.
RISK #6 LOSING THE TRAIL – Losing the trail can throw you into a panic. It’s even worse if you’re sick or injured. In this scenario, two heads are better than one.
RISK #7 ACUTE PAIN – You become incapacitated from acute pain, subsequently faint, and then fatally succumb to hypothermia, or heatstroke. Your family will never see you again.
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. Visit the About Page to read her bio.
Ted Talks Video: What Is A Calorie?
May 22, 2021
This short Ted Talk provides easy-to-understand information about a topic that many people find confusing.
Irene Pastore, is a Certified Personal Trainer, fitness blogger, health educator, and speaker. She has 25 years experience teaching exercise in New York City. For her complete bio, visit the About Page.
Hiking Accident Prevention: Risky Mistakes That May Cost You Your Life
May 20, 2021
14 Deadly Fails
- YOU DIDN’T RESEARCH CURRENT TRAIL CONDITIONS
- YOU DISREGARDED THE WEATHER REPORT
- YOU DIDN’T BRING ENOUGH FOOD OR WATER
- YOU DIDN’T REALIZE THAT HIKING IN EXTREME HEAT CAN KILL YOU
- YOU’RE NOT AWARE THAT A TRAIL MAP AND COMPASS CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE
- YOU THOUGHT YOU COULD MAKE IT THROUGH A BLIZZARD WEARING SWEATPANTS AND SNEAKERS
- YOU HAVE AN INACCURATE ASSESSMENT OF YOUR OUTDOOR SKILLS AND FITNESS ABILITY
- YOU RELY ON ELECTRONIC TECHNOLOGY INSTEAD OF TRAIL SKILLS
- YOU’RE UNPREPARED FOR GETTING LOST
- YOU DON’T UNDERSTAND THAT SOLO HIKING IS A LIFE-THREATENING RISK IF YOU BECOME INJURED OR SICK
- YOU HAVE LITTLE OR NO TRAIL KNOWLEDGE
- YOU’RE UNPREPARED FOR AN ABRUPT WEATHER CHANGE
- YOU WENT ON YOUR JOURNEY REGARDLESS OF WARNINGS FROM THE PARK SERVICE
- YOU IGNORE TRAIL SIGNS THAT ARE THERE TO KEEP YOU SAFE
MORE INFORMATION
Backpacker Magazine 2/14/17 A Dozen Ways To Die: How Do Hikers Meet Their Maker In The Backcountry?, By Steve Howe
The National Park Service 6/14/18 Trails And Hiking – Staying Safe
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 23 years experience teaching exercise in New York City. For her complete bio, visit the About Page.
Aging Advice
May 17, 2021
