JUST LIKE RIDING A BIKE Cycling Is the Perfect Activity for All Ages
You likely learned how to ride a bike as a kid — according to a 2013 survey, about 94% of American adults did. Even if it has been a while since your last ride, most people agree you never forget how, and you don’t have to be in great shape to get started. Outside of walking, biking might be the most accessible exercise for all ages and ability levels. The beauty of biking is that it can be as relaxing or challenging as you want. The average kid learns to ride at around 5 years old, so the basics aren’t complicated. Biking helps young children get outside and gives them a taste of being a “big kid.” As a result, it’s excellent for their self- esteem as well as their fitness. Cycling is also perfect for adults who are new to exercise or need a low-impact activity. A short ride on a flat surface will get the heart rate up without feeling too strenuous, making it optimal for beginners. Older adults and people with knee problems also use biking as an alternative
to other forms of exercise because it’s easier on their joints.
Meanwhile, those looking for a challenge can easily find one. If you want a strenuous workout, it’s easy to ride farther, increase the resistance on your bike, or pick a steeper bike trail to explore. Biking is only a cakewalk if you choose to make it one. Since it’s perfect for all ages, cycling is the ideal outdoor activity to do with your family, allowing everyone to be involved in quality time together while promoting their health. To get started, make sure everyone has a bike they can use comfortably and a helmet that fits, plus understands bike safety. Once the basics are taken care of, you’re ready to hit the trails or explore the neighborhood. Even if you never learned how to ride, there’s no time like the present. You might feel a little silly at first, but the benefits of cycling will serve you — and your family — well for the rest of your life.
Defining Disability
in your favor. Include responsibilities directly affected by your disability, or they may not be considered. What the claimant can and cannot do is frequently the basis of SSDI decisions about benefits, and it’s often the most contentious part of a hearing. If SSDI denies your claim because it thinks you can do your prior work, you need an attorney to determine how to prove otherwise. Judges will often ask vocational experts for their opinions, so it’s vital to be prepared and clear about why you cannot return to your previous work. If you are struggling with paperwork or have been denied SSDI based on your work history, the team at Di Bartolomeo Law is here to help. We will be glad to review your file and let you know where you stand. With an experienced attorney by your side, you improve your chances of a successful claim — and best of all, we don’t get paid unless we win. WHY YOUR WORK HISTORY MATTERS
When you apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits in Oregon, the state will send you a form asking about your work history. It can feel a bit like completing a job application. So, what’s the point of this step, and what should you know before completing the form?
SSDI must decide whether each applicant is disabled as defined by the law. Once they determine whether or not someone has a severe impairment, they turn to the question of the person’s “residual functional capacity.” In other words, they want to know how much of your previous work you can and cannot still perform. SSDI will look at your work history for the past 15 years to make that judgment. Some disabilities will affect certain types of work more than others, and SSDI will decide whether a person can complete any of their past job functions. The more of your previous work they think you can still successfully perform, the more likely you are to have your claim denied. So, when completing this paperwork, it’s crucial to be specific about the physical requirements of your previous work. Without this information, SSDI will probably make assumptions — and they probably won’t be
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