Fun Ways to Add Activity Into Daily Life
Annette Thompson suggests turning daily routines into fun fitness. Walk dogs, clean with music, climb tree limbs, play beach ball volleyball, window shop, and roam malls while keeping a positive, energetic mindset. A smile makes wellness a daily habit.
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Annette Thompson
Leaning lateral raise for sculpted shoulders
A fitness guide by Nancy Cole explains the leaning lateral raise to target the middle deltoid for defined shoulders. It details posture, anchor points, weight, and a 12 to 15 rep routine per side to build strength and improve upper body appearance.
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South Florida
College student welcome in mother’s house
Dear Hurt asks if a live in partner can dictate holiday visits by his girlfriend’s daughters. Abby affirms the daughters have a home there too and the partner should not control stay lengths. She recommends addressing the issue with him and, if needed, asking him to move out.
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Mother’s House
Abby
Blocked leg arteries indicate peripheral vascular disease
Reader asks about calf cramps from walking. Dr Donohue explains peripheral vascular disease with arterial blockage causing leg pain, suggests pulses check, ankle to arm BP ratio, and tests. Treatments include cholesterol lowering medicines, exercise, and possibly balloon dilation or surgery if necessary.
Handy folders and envelopes organize household ideas
Heloise suggests gluing an envelope inside book covers to store related photos notes or clippings for quick reference. She also keeps a home and yard ideas folder for easy selection. A reader from Texas responds about difficulty fitting sheets on newer thicker mattresses and higher count percale.
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Heloise
King Features Syndicate
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