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The practice’s poses, breathing control and meditation can offer a range of benefits. See Page 7
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cover stor y: yoga Adding yoga to an exercise routine can help those seeking peace of mind, relief for the body and a connection with others.
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LEFT: A class at Zenya Yoga & Massage Studio in Port Warwick in Newport News. From left are Renee DeVenny May, Larry Krussel and Tricia Kluge. ABOVE: Participants settle into a pose during class at Zenya Yoga & Massage Studio. (Photos by Judith Lowery)
While workouts were difficult at first, he stuck with them. “The biggest surprise was how quickly my strength, flexibility and balance improved,” he said, “and how these physical improvements also improved my confidence, selfimage and attitude.” While many older adults are nervous about starting yoga, the practice’s body postures, breathing control and meditation can offer a wide range of physical and mental benefits, according to a growing number of studies and anecdotal reports.
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On that list: increased bone, muscle and joint strength; improved balance and range of motion; reduced stress and anxiety; better sleep, energy levels and mood; and relief from chronic pain, digestive issues or menopausal symptoms. Overall, it can help people maintain their independence, lower their risk of falls, stay at a healthy weight and boost their memory and concentration, instructors say. “Your body listens to what your mind tells it, and with a committed practice you will be able to go through daily activities with a body
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Just keeping your body active is so important. — Missy Kerner, of Body Balance in Williamsburg
LEFT: Toward the end of class, Frances Uhrich does one of the final stretches. (Photo by Judith Lowery)
that knows it can be healthy, strong and flexible,” said Linda Melochick, an instructor at Zenya Yoga & Massage Studio in Newport News. Melochick, 54, was dealing with muscle aches, joint stiffness, insomnia and irritability when she turned to yoga six years ago. “It has brought me wellness and inner peace,” she said. A low-impact exercise, yoga can be as simple or challenging as a person’s fitness allows. With a doctor’s clearance, people with any number of health concerns — diabetes, arthritis, osteoporosis, bursitis and hypertension, to name a few — are able to safely practice. Since there are many different classes and styles, beginners may need to sample several or try a private session to find the best fit. Missy Kerner, director of education at Body Balance in Williamsburg, often recommends starting with her studio’s “gentle yoga” program, which moves at a slower pace with less advanced poses. “We meet everyone where they are — whatever level they are,” Kerner says. “Just keeping your body active is so important. You may increase your range of motion, or it may be more about maintaining what you have. Either way, it can make people feel more secure in their independence.”
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Mental benefits are just as meaningful, Kerner adds. Meditation helps with focus and decision-making, while social connections often lead to friendships with people of all ages. Body Balance has classes that draw everyone from teenagers to seniors in their 90s. “You might be in a class with someone who is 20 or 30 years younger than you,” she said. “You’re not going to become isolated.” Research on yoga consistently shows tangible results. For example, its weight-bearing aspects can slow bone thinning and lower the risk of osteoporosis, a common problem for post-menopausal women. Poses and controlled breathing also seem to improve blood pressure and increase levels of a brain chemical that calms nerves and stabilizes mood. For Dianne Beskenis of Hampton, yoga has brought relief from a chronic bladder condition that had bothered her for years. When she’s in pain, Beskenis, 61, begins to breathe slowly and deeply. “Yoga has taught me that my breath alone can have a tremendous impact on reducing my pain,” she said. Just don’t be afraid to dive in, Melochick says: “There is no judging, no competing or no comparing.”
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While a good doctor may be in high demand, it is important that it is relatively easy to get an appointment within seven days if there is something the patient feels needs attention in the near future. “Or at least someone on staff can see them,” she said. “And if they have an acute illness, the practice should have at least one or two openings so if a person is not feeling well and needs to be seen that day,” Zeiber said. Zeiber said there are advantages to seeing various medical practice members and not just the physician. In many cases, practices are using a team approach, which is an advantage for patients because the team can cover each other on a patient’s health. There’s a “two heads are better than one” concept in medicine today, she said. Another aspect to consider is when the office is open, such as if early morning or late afternoon appointments are offered, which could be a consideration for those who need it. The average wait time to be seen for a scheduled appointment is a consideration. “There are exceptions every once in a while, but generally speaking, a patient should be seen within 10 minutes of an appointment time,” she said. Each visit following the first one should last about 15 to 20 minutes. “Overall, the medical practitioner should be a good listener,” she said.
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One highly recommended drive on the DOF site is the Greene County tour in the Charlottesville area. (Photo courtesy of the Virginia Department of Forestry)
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A common peak range for the Shenandoah Valley is between Oct. 20 and the first week in November, while early November is a better estimate for coastal regions. But a number of factors can lead to variations from yearto-year, including daily temperatures, rainfall and wind. “It’s a moving target,” Lehnen notes. “By about Oct. 15, we may have a good feeling of what days in a given area will be truly great.” The Department of Forestry has a website (www.dof. virginia.gov/fall) and hotline (1-800-424-5683) with regular updates. The website also offers links to recommended activities and alternative drives to Skyline and the Blue Ridge Parkway, which runs between Waynesboro and into North Carolina. Leaves begin to turn as days get shorter and plants slow their production of chlorophyll, the green pigment that absorbs light to make food. That reveals the other pigments — reds, oranges, yellows, golds and browns — hidden year-round in their cells. Some earlier trees to transform, such as black gum, red maple and dogwood, may display a bit of color in early September. Other showcase trees in the state are ash (yellow and maroon), beech (yellow to orange), hickory (golden bronze), oak (red or brown) and poplar (golden yellow). Foliage peaks generally last a week to 10 days in any given spot. In the mountains, higher elevations begin to shed color earlier than more sheltered lower areas. One highly recommended drive on the DOF site is the Greene County tour in the Charlottesville area. Two other drives that Lehman likes are Route 340 between Elkton and Front Royal — which showcases the Blue Ridge Mountains to one side and the Massanutten Mountain range to the other — and Route 10 heading south from Richmond.
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five more simple ideas College campuses, including the College of William and Mary, University of Virginia and University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg The Colonial Parkway, the scenic road that connects Jamestown, Williamsburg and Yorktown Norfolk Botanical Garden, which offers 12 miles of paved paths and a wide variety of trees Maymont Arboretum in Richmond, which has 100 acres filled with native Virginia trees and more than 200 exotic species of trees and shrubs imported from around the world The Mariners’ Museum and Park in Newport News, featuring the 5-mile Noland Trail through woods around Lake Maury. “Even if you can’t afford a long trip or have some physical limitations,” Lehnen notes, “there are always beautiful places to go.” (Photo courtesy of the Virginia Department of Forestry)
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We should all get back to basics. — Caroline Fornshell, dietitian-nutritionist
1) No steady supply of protein. Protein stimulates muscle growth, which slows with age; without enough, people are at higher risk for falls and loss of independence. Many people eat little to no protein at breakfast, a small amount at lunch and a large serving at dinner. It’s better to aim for a moderate amount – about 25 grams – at each meal. At breakfast, for example, add an egg, cottage cheese, a glass of milk, some unsweetened Greek yogurt or a slice of lean meat such as turkey. 2) Not enough fruits and vegetables. Produce may reduce the risk of several chronic illnesses, including diabetes, stroke, heart disease and certain cancers. Aim to eat one — or both — at every meal and snack, whether fresh, frozen or canned. Combine them with a healthy protein to stay full longer. Some snack ideas: vegetables dipped in hummus or a blend of beans and salsa; cottage cheese mixed with peaches or diced tomatoes; or an apple with a dab of peanut butter or handful of nuts. 3) Too many convenience foods (and trouble with marketing). Many people don’t cook as much after their kids move out. But packaged goods often are high in sugar, fat, salt or calories, while labels such as “all natural” or “glutenfree” can fool buyers into thinking they’re healthy. Stick to whole foods and simple recipes, says Caroline Fornshell, a registered dietitian-nutritionist, certified diabetes educator and co-founder of LWell, a Williamsburg-based wellness company: “We should all get back to basics.” 4) No conversations about changing nutritional needs. Two examples of nutrients that become increasingly important, according to Weisenberger: lutein, a carotenoid, and vitamin B12. Lutein helps protect against age-related vision loss and possibly dementia. B12, which
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The Colonial Parkway provides vistas of the James and York rivers.
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Gym culture When fitness master Jack LaLanne opened what he claimed was the first modern gym — the Jack LaLanne Physical Culture Studio — in the mid-1930s, people were aghast: He was charging people just to exercise? It was the beginning of a trend that wouldn’t catch on in earnest for several decades. Jazzercise In 1969, as people searched for a way to disguise the tedium of exercise in a fun package, a perky dance instructor named Judi Sheppard Missett offered a solution: Jazzercise, a high-octane mashup of jazz dance, kickboxing, ballet, Pilates and yoga. It was the dawn of choreographed exercise set to music, and (mostly female) fitness aficionados were psyched. They bought the tapes, took the classes and rocked out to Wham! and Cyndi Lauper in headbands and brightly colored tights. It’s no longer the No. 1 exercise du jour, but Jazzercise is still alive
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