tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-43651696122111163802012-02-03T07:09:41.054-08:00Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.comBlogger221100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4365169612211116380.post-61377120515291305702012-02-03T07:09:00.000-08:002012-02-03T07:09:41.066-08:00

As we age, we can go either all cranky, grumpy and bitter (for there's much to complain about - aches & pains, slower response, lost hopes, looks & libido..) BUT let's choose to be positive about growing old - Let's laugh at life, laugh at destiny - "I made it so far, despite what trial & tribulations destiny has thrown to me. I'm  a survivor!". Each of us have our own degree of suffering,

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4365169612211116380.post-54505017916345860552011-09-04T10:17:00.000-07:002011-09-04T10:18:55.202-07:00

Watch this video. It shows how a foam roller can help http://www.fitnessideas.org/personal-training/ofit-plantar-fasciitis-foam-roller-exercise/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+fitnessideasorg+%28FitnessIdeas.org%29

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4365169612211116380.post-16679612815880635762011-05-21T10:27:00.000-07:002011-05-21T10:32:55.887-07:00

I bought a juicer yesterday. And i found out that nutrition plays an important part in many diseases. . So i am following the tips given which is to leave some of my favourite foods :(( OSTEOARTHRITIS: http://www.juicing-for-health.com/osteoarthritis-symptoms.html ALZHEIMER'S http://www.juicing-for-health.com/symptom-of-alzheimers-disease.html

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4365169612211116380.post-44975707470283129772011-04-29T09:30:00.000-07:002011-04-29T09:31:41.619-07:00

Came across this inspiring blog today : http://advancedstyle.blogspot.com/ It's a blog by Ari Seth Cohen. He says in his profile - "I roam the streets of New York looking for the most stylish and creative older folks. Respect your elders and let these ladies and gents teach you a thing or two about living life to the fullest. Advanced Style offers proof from the wise and silver-haired set

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4365169612211116380.post-9172574561657203362010-04-24T08:34:00.000-07:002012-01-06T09:22:32.457-08:00

I knew it would happen one day... THAT PHONE CALL (actually there were 2, no 3)! Her friend called to give us the bad (an understatement) news. The staff nurse from the private hospital called to ask for all her next-of-kin to gather. (and one more call from the accounts dept. of the hospital asked for a deposit). It was not the first time she has been in the hospital. She had been in and out so

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4365169612211116380.post-55678318595147158902009-11-13T07:50:00.000-08:002009-12-10T19:56:21.762-08:00

I just received happy news that two friends have joined the gym & engaged a personal trainer ! And although it costs a bomb, they are having so much fun and feeling so much more alive! Prior to this amazing transformation, they have complained of lethargy & various ailments related to old age. One was recovering from an injury.Which goes to show that exercise (properly done) is beneficial to

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4365169612211116380.post-7490314391063133902009-09-10T03:25:00.000-07:002009-09-10T03:37:10.470-07:00

On my 48th birthday, I made a decision to resume personal training. At this age, the body metabolism begins to slow down and fat start building up. We start to lose muscle. I get very alarmed every time I see an elderly person walking hunched and with much difficulty. I learned a new word from the article below - "sarcopenia"http://www.webmd.com/healthy-aging/features/over-40-

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4365169612211116380.post-86139765123163240952009-06-02T08:58:00.000-07:002009-06-02T09:17:52.941-07:00

I finally got around to doing the OA exercises as part of my training for the SHAPE Run 2009. It will be a real challenge and I'm doing it cautiously according to a Training Guide for beginners from the June issue of SHAPE Malaysia.Here's my take on the exercises and its benefits ...http://crazeefitpt.blogspot.com/2009/06/training-log-week-1-day-4.html

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4365169612211116380.post-81275361655348988002009-05-31T21:38:00.000-07:002009-05-31T21:42:07.128-07:00

Here is a long overdue post of the exercises recommended by the physiotherapists at University Hospital, PJ. They are to be done everyday. Guess how many times I've done it? He he he ... guilty of procrastination!

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4365169612211116380.post-55053059360243755072009-03-12T10:15:00.000-07:002009-05-20T04:48:22.433-07:00

Look at those arms & shoulders!!It's not easy to get such definition, especially when she has to run around with her husband on endless campaign trails, dinners and meetings. Such pressure, stress & strain she has to bear. To me, she embodies the very concept of healthy diet, exercise & positive mind!!"The Obama effect has been that women of all ages have been inspired to take responsibility for

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4365169612211116380.post-46704307320186265732009-03-04T21:43:00.000-08:002009-03-04T22:00:03.588-08:00

A cousin of mind passed away suddenly, a few years ago. It was a hot day. She went out to open the gate for some visitors. Suddenly, she collapsed. .. was it a stroke? could she have been saved?According to this email, a stroke victim can be saved if it is identified within 3 hours. I have not got this verified but maybe worth looking into .. Hope some doctors can verify! It was apparently sent

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4365169612211116380.post-53826227048013673702008-10-25T10:34:00.000-07:002009-05-20T04:06:35.110-07:00

Age 50 is the new 30!!Having just watched a modelling reality show called "She's Got The Look", I am reminded that being over 40 does not mean being old & failing! On the contrary, there are many who people remain active, spirited & 'young'.Just look at these women !! Kim Alexis (48, marathon runner & former supermodel, in purple), host of She's Got the Look with contestants aged from 35 to 63

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4365169612211116380.post-22331784713414421672008-10-25T01:54:00.000-07:002008-10-25T02:06:18.020-07:00

Do read all 5 pages of this article from www.Yogajournal.com (although it takes ages to load). There are pros & cons, each with its own examples about the impact of yoga poses (asana) on the knee, especially those with OA (osteoarthritis). But I guess, the bottomline is first to know the physiology of your knee. Then, when you do your poses, FEEL the pain - is it a stretch on your muscle (OK)

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4365169612211116380.post-22237307525019226642008-10-19T09:09:00.000-07:002008-10-19T09:23:11.958-07:00

Rheumatic arthritis is another form of arthritis that affects the joints. It is now commonly accepted that EXERCISE (strength training, in particular) is one of the best way to manage this disease. AND WHY IS THAT? This article talks about :"How fat and muscle are distributed throughout the body is one of the factors that contribute to limited mobility of people rheumatoid arthritis, a new study

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4365169612211116380.post-61788163203009490962008-10-19T06:59:00.000-07:002008-10-19T08:17:56.372-07:00

Got this from The AGS Foundation for Health in Aging website:http://www.healthinaging.org/public_education/cognitive_vitality.php"SHARP AT ANY AGEAGS Foundation for Health in Aging's Tips for Keeping Your Brain YoungAs we get older, we tend to get wiser in many ways. Thanks to experience, we may be better at making decisions, have bigger vocabularies and be more expert in certain areas than we

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4365169612211116380.post-9853211291101857992008-08-17T01:24:00.000-07:002008-10-19T08:24:30.742-07:00

This article is by DR MILTON LUM, (The Star - Oct 3, 2007 ) http://thestar.com.my/health/story.asp?file=/2007/10/3/health/19050212&sec=health- explains the mechanics of how we remember and is beneficial to all ages. As such, I would like to share this info with all my readers - I hope he will allow me to reproduce it on this blog. Many tx.It is said that humans REMEMBER, on average,60% of what we

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4365169612211116380.post-65733982606851011892008-08-13T21:17:00.000-07:002008-10-19T09:25:38.654-07:00

The Ten Joint Protection PrinciplesPRINCIPLE 1 (double click on the pix if you can't read it!)PRINCIPLE 2Use proper body mechanicsLift an object with both hands. Use both forearms to carry it close to your bodyPRINCIPLE 3Use your strongest joints and muscles* Carry your purse or bag with a shoulder strap* Push open a heavy door using your forearm or lean into itPRINCIPLE 4Organize to reduce work

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4365169612211116380.post-84060737434208526012008-08-13T21:01:00.000-07:002008-10-19T09:31:39.745-07:00

http://www.afm.org.my/info/osteoarthritis.phpExercises to help your knees. These exercises should be performed 20 times each, twice a day.Strengthening Thigh Muscles1. Sit with your legs straight on the floor, bed or couch. Pull the foot up towards you and then press the knee against the floor, tightening the thigh muscles. Hold this for a count of live, and then fully relax.2. Repeat as above,

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4365169612211116380.post-28182379675284585352008-07-31T09:44:00.000-07:002008-10-19T09:31:12.300-07:00

This article shows exercises you can do to strengthen & protect the knee from any further injurieshttp://www.runnersworld.com/article/0,7120,s6-241-285--11555-0,00.html

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4365169612211116380.post-23158612643768139532008-07-31T09:36:00.000-07:002008-10-19T09:29:37.110-07:00

Ooo.. this is a real eye opener... An article from http://www.runnersworld.com/"One in four women experiences knee pain daily, and women are up to eight times more likely to suffer knee injuries than their male counterparts. The key to avoiding knee problems is keeping the whole body aligned."And how does yoga help in relieving knee pain?"Yoga is beneficial for all your joints, but particularly

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4365169612211116380.post-8436151678455226942008-07-28T11:15:00.001-07:002008-10-19T09:34:11.083-07:00

From Self.comPoking around this website, I found a workout that combines YOGA & STRENGTH TRAINING for an anti-ageing workout:http://www.self.com/fitness/workouts/2008/03/0324_mobfitFrom The Star.com.my Why Exercise is GOOD for the ELDERLYhttp://thestar.com.my/health/story.asp?file=/2007/7/8/health/18216881&sec=healthKeeping the brain fit can help stave off Alzheimer’s diseasehttp://thestar.com.my

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4365169612211116380.post-69024918323941574492008-07-28T10:04:00.000-07:002008-10-19T09:30:53.751-07:00

According to : Sarah B. King, BA, SPTMarian A. Minor, PT, PhDSchool of Health Professions, University of Missouri-Columbia http://www.vhct.org/case2100/recommendations.htmAll patients with arthritis should see their doctor for a careful history and physical examination before beginning an exercise program. When beginning an exercise program, joint protection is very important for persons with OA.

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0