The Sweet Scents of Spring 3 Potpourri Mixtures You Need to Try
Many have heard about using a stovetop potpourri to simmer oranges, apples, and cinnamon to make your home smell like
Lime, Mint, Ginger, and Thyme Add 3 sliced limes, a handful of fresh mint and thyme, and finely sliced ginger to a pot for this mixture. When the ingredients come to a simmer, you’ll immediately smell a citrus-mint aroma that
Christmas. But you can also fill your home with fresh scents that remind you of spring. The best part is that you probably have most of the ingredients you
will spread throughout your home. Lemon, Cinnamon, Mint, and Thyme
This mixture is perfect if you want to add a hint of spice and warmth to your fresh spring scent. Combine 2 sliced lemons, a handful of fresh mint and thyme, and 2 cinnamon sticks in a pot before bringing the water to a simmer. One of the best things about potpourri is that the mixture will last a couple of days. Once you turn off your stove and drain the water, you can keep the ingredients in the pot and reuse them. All you have to do is add more water and bring it to a simmer again. Alternatively, you can prep your ingredients in advance, store them in an airtight container like a mason jar, and refrigerate them until you’re ready to use them. So, fill your home with sweet fragrances to usher in a joyous spring!
need at home or in your garden!
But first, what is potpourri? Potpourri combines fruits, spices, herbs, and other edible ingredients to make rich scents that spread throughout your home. It’s one of the most natural and cheapest ways to freshen the air you breathe. Here are three stovetop potpourris to make your home smell like springtime. Lemon, Rosemary, and Vanilla Making this sweet-smelling scent is easy! Just add 2 sliced lemons, a handful of fresh rosemary, and 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract in a large pot filled with water. Bring the mixture to a simmer and enjoy the fresh and clean scent!
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Boxing brings many images to mind: Rocky Balboa, Mike Tyson, broken noses, and bloodthirsty crowds. Few of us think, “That’s the sport for me,” especially during our later years. But surprisingly, boxing is an excellent way to build strength and endurance during retirement — without getting any black eyes. Fitness boxing and shadowboxing are two forms of the sport that don’t involve striking another person or worrying about them hitting you back. They incorporate the agility, strength, and stamina boxing requires without the violence for which it’s so well-known. These forms of boxing are multi-beneficial cardiovascular workouts you can adapt to your needs and abilities. Proper boxing technique requires using your entire body. Your strength starts with the muscles in your legs and continues through a tight core and properly aligned hips before reaching your arms. Boxing also improves hand-eye coordination, which tends to wane due to natural brain aging. Finally, there’s some evidence that boxing could improve memory. A 2014 study found 2 floridaestateplanning.com Why Boxing Is an Ideal Workout
that adults with mild cognitive impairment improved after shadowboxing for 60 minutes a week over six months.
Fitness boxing uses a punching bag as your opponent instead of another person. You’ll need boxing gloves and access to a heavy bag to get started. Fitness boxing is perfect for someone seeking a bit of a challenge. Many people find it satisfying to hit something safely and consider it an ideal stress relief tool. Meanwhile, shadowboxing involves punching the air — meaning you’ll need no equipment at all. Though you’re not making contact with anything, you can still learn the proper form and technique to create a custom exercise routine. Shadowboxing is easy on your joints, making it a fantastic option for people with arthritis or osteoporosis. Your body weight and movement give you the workout you need. One of the most significant benefits of boxing is that you can customize it. Many people shadowbox while sitting. Further, you can decide how hard and fast you want to punch; that way you can slowly build the intensity as you gain stamina. As always, consult your doctor to confirm a new exercise routine is safe. Ready to get started? Many gyms offer fitness boxing classes, and you can find shadowboxing lessons online that are perfect for every fitness level. Get your heart pumping and fists flying!
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