4 Foods for Youthful Exuberance What we eat influences not only our overall health, but how we age. Diets high in fat and sugar tend to age us faster — and they can be detrimental to our brain, especially when it comes to memory and cognition. Want to maintain a youthful spark and keep your mind sharp as you age? It’s all a matter of incorporating the following foods into your diet (while cutting down on the junk). you already eat (freshly ground is best). Omega-3s help reduce inflammation, which in turn reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke. Flaxseed is also high in fiber. These wonderful things come together to lower LDL cholesterol. Salmon This is one fishy friend that’s packed with omega-3 fatty acids. Salmon is one of the heart-healthiest sources of protein you can eat. Other varieties of fish are exceptionally heart-healthy as well, namely sardines and anchovies, but those can be an acquired taste for some folks (though they are great in salads).
Avocados These green machines are high in healthy, monounsaturated fat. It helps maintain a more ideal blood pressure and can help reduce the risk of high blood pressure as you age. Because avocados are high in fat, you still want to watch how much you eat. Like any of the foods on this list, consuming too much of a good thing can negate the positive health benefits. Blueberries These juicy little blue balls of goodness are packed with antioxidants, which keep cells functioning at peak performance. That includes cells in the brain and those believed to be associated with both short- and long-term memory. Eat blueberries as a snack, toss them in a smoothie, or add a handful to some salad, oatmeal, or cottage cheese. Flaxseed One of the easiest ways to boost your omega-3 fatty acid intake is to add a few tablespoons of ground flaxseed to foods
Tuesday, September 5 marks the start of our indoor tennis season for the juniors’, women’s, and men’s divisions. This is a particularly important year, with the debut of the new court surface. We know we’ll get a lot of feedback — hopefully positive — on how the courts feel to play, bounce, and maneuver on. Really, we can’t think of a better test than to have hundreds of players of all ages and skill levels hit the court for 37 weeks. We’ll split it up into four 10-week drills, with ladder leagues on Saturdays for the juniors. As you know, the indoor season is primarily instructional. We want to address power, form, footwork, and every other element that goes into making you the best tennis player you can be. We do this with positive instruction from experienced trainers who know tennis like the back of their hand — or their backhand ! Our trainers come from a variety of backgrounds, and each has their own unique approach to the game, which means there’s always someone here who can improve your technique. Tennis aside, we’ll also have all the usual classes and activities, from weight training to cardio dance to obstacle training. Have a fitness goal? We want to help you achieve it in a fun and effective way. Club Happenings in August
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