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Benefits of Stretching
Benefits of Regular Stretching Program
• Reduced muscle tension • Increased range of movement in the joints • Enhancedmuscularcoordination
• Increasedcirculationoftheblood to various parts of the body • Increasedenergy levels(resulting from increased circulation)
As you age, your muscle tissue actually dries out a little, tightening. This causes a loss of range of motion in your joints and tissues. In addition to the loss of range of motion, it can really limit your active lifestyles and hinder day-to-day, normal motions. Tasks that used to be simple, such as dressing or squatting down to tie your shoes, now become extremely difficult. A regular stretching program helps lengthen your muscles and makes daily living activities much easier. Everyone can learn to stretch, regardless of age or flexibility. Stretching should be a part of your daily routine, whether you exercise or not. It does not have to involve a huge amount of time, but stretching can end up giving you huge results! Stretching is a natural part of what we do on a daily basis. You might notice that if you have been sitting in a particular position for a long time, you stretch unconsciously. It feels good! In addition to that good feeling, a consistent stretching programwill produce large gains in flexibility and joint movement. Be kind to your muscles and they will be kind to you!
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Mrs. Paulette’s Sugarless Cake
INGREDIENTS
• 1/2 cup butter • 1 1/2 cup unsweetened apple sauce • 1 cup chopped dates • 1 Large egg (or 2 small ones) • 1 tsp vanilla
• 1 1/2 cups of flour (try it with whole wheat!) • 1 1/2 teaspoon baking soda • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1 cup chopped pecans
INSTRUCTIONS Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix butter, applesauce and dates. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cool to lukewarm and add egg and vanilla. Sift flour, baking soda, salt and spices. Add to first mixture. Beat until blended. Stir in nuts. Bake in well-greased and lightly floured loaf pan for 1 hour. (Test after 45 minutes)
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