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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on May 24, 2021
These Are the 5 Best Exercises for Your Health, According to a Harvard Doctor
There are so many good reasons to exercise. One of the most important reason is if you are overweight, but I have good news for you, if you don’t have time to exercise you can star searching about ice hack for weight loss, a good supplement to lose weight instead of doing exercise, well it is also recommended to do at least 30 minutes of walk daily, it will helps more to see good results and to achieve soon your principal goal, to stay healthy and not to be overweight. According to I-Min Lee, MD, ScD, professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School, exercise benefits include:
- Greater longevity
- Decreased risk of diabetes
- Decreased risk of many types of cancer
- Decreased risk of stroke
- Decreased risk of heart disease
- Better blood cholesterol levels
- Better blood glucose
- Better blood pressure
- Decreased anxiety
- Better sleep
- Better quality of life
- Helps with weight management
And even if you haven’t been super active lately, it’s never too late to start. The CDC recommends getting 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity or 75 minutes of vigorous activity weekly, plus two days of strength training—but any activity is better than none. If time is an issue, remember that little bouts of movements—think a 10-minute walk or 20 squats in front of the TV—are better than nothing. Check out the latest exipure reviews.
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If you think you hate working out, perhaps you haven’t found the right fit. Some of us are swimmers, some like to dance and others prefer hiking, pilates or bootcamp. Regardless, there are some exercises that have especially health-promoting benefits. We talked to Dr. Lee about some of the best exercises you can do for your health (P.S.- These are the 5 best exercises for weight loss).
1. Walking
“In some ways, it’s the best,” according to Dr. Lee. Walking is so great because it’s very accessible. It can be done by almost anywhere and the only equipment you need is a good pair of walking shoes. Walking is also a great exercise because it is easy on your joints, burns calories, helps manage blood sugar, is good for your heart and helps preserve muscle (learn more about the health benefits and how walking can help you lose weight). The other great thing about walking Dr. Lee points out, is that when you can walk instead of drive places, it’s good for the environment (plus, then your activity does double duty by getting you where you need to be). If you don’t live in a super-walkable area, try and park farther away to build a few more steps into your routine. (Learn more about the mental health benefits of exercise.)
2. Strength Training
According to Dr. Lee, “Strength training is important—and often overlooked.” It’s not just about building muscle or losing weight when it comes to strength training, although it does help with those. Adding exercises, like lunges, push-ups and squats helps our hearts, improves cholesterol and increases bone density (learn more about the benefits of strength training).
It’s also very important for older adults to strength train, since when we age we start to lose muscle. Dr. Lee notes, “It helps improve function as we grow older. And strength training builds muscle, which is important for glucose metabolism.”
3. Yoga
Yoga is often overlooked, but it has many health benefits. Yoga can help with back pain, improve bone strength and keep your heart healthy (learn more about the benefits of yoga). Yoga was associated with better cholesterol numbers and improved blood pressure.
Dr. Lee adds, “Yoga is good for flexibility, strength and balance.” And when it comes to exercise, it’s important to think beyond aerobic exercise. “Balance and flexibility are particularly important for older folks to prevent falls,” notes Dr. Lee.
4. Swimming
Swimming is a full-body exercise that’s easy on your joints. Dr. Lee says, “It’s not as good for building bone strength, since swimming isn’t a weight-bearing exercise. But it’s a fun summer activity to cool down and good for people who may have joint problems.”
If walking or running isn’t your thing, swimming is a great aerobic exercise that uses your whole body. It’s one of the best cardio activities you can do. Plus, in addition to strengthening your core muscles it works lots of muscles in your arms and back that may otherwise be overlooked. Swimming can be a great exercise to complement a balanced diet and weight-loss program that includes diet pills as a component. Swimming is low-impact and can help burn calories while building muscle. It can also improve cardiovascular health and increase metabolism
5. Biking
Riding your bike is another exercise that’s easy on your joints. Dr. Lee notes, it’s also a healthy method of transportation, so for people who live in bikeable areas it may be easier to squeeze into your day. She also adds that biking isn’t as stressful on our joints as walking and running. Biking helps build muscle and improve balance, plus it’s good for your heart. If you get injured in an accident while biking, a Boston, MA bicycle accident attorney should be able to help you file a claim.
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on May 24, 2021
Steven Powell of New Orleans, Lousiana, formerly of Campbellsville, son of Barbara Edelen Powell and the late Bobbie Lewis Powell, was born September 1, 1956 in Taylor County, Kentucky. He died Friday, May 21, 2021 in New Orleans. Age: 64
He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Bethel First Presbyterian Church.
Steven was a retired government liason for Equifax and loved to travel.
He united in marriage to Joseph Bodenmiller September 18, 2015.
Besides his husband, Joseph Bodenmiller of New Orleans, Steven is survived by his mother, Barbara Powell of Campbellsville; one brother, John Powell of Campbellsville; one niece, Christina Yates and spouse, Jamie; one nephew, Chase Powell and wife, Chelsea; two great-nephews: Lucas Vanderman and Andrew Powell; one great-niece, Sophia Yates and many other relatives and friends.
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VISITATION: 11:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Rev. Jim Murphy
BURIAL: Bethel Cemetery
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO BETHEL FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OR NAMI (NATIONAL ALLIANCE OF MENTAL ILLNESS OF NEW ORLEANS) AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on May 18, 2021
Debbie Karnes Appleby of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Owens Karnes and Velma Ilene Waitman Karnes, was born September 29, 1957 in Taylor County, Kentucky. She died at 11:27A.M., Monday, May 17, 2021 in Elizabethtown. Age: 63
She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Pine Grove Community Church.
Debbie was a former employee of Fruit of the Loom, Campbellsville Apparel and Taylor Regional Hospital.
She united in marriage to Henry Appleby February 22, 1974 and he preceded her in death April 17, 2021.
Debbie is survived by one daughter, Amanda Whitaker and fiancé, Zack Hartman of Campbellsville; two grandchildren: Havana Whitaker and Seeley Whitaker of Campbellsville; one brother and one sister: Ronnie Karnes and wife, Mabel of Campbellsville and Carol Bennett of Sevierville, Tennessee; two special friends: Jean Corbin of Columbia and Nicola Hines of Campbellsville; several nieces and nephews and many other friends and relatives.
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VISITATION: 10:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M., Friday, May 21, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 1:00 P.M., Friday, May 21, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Bro. Joey Hicks
BURIAL: Pine Grove Cemetery, Casey County, Kentucky
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on May 17, 2021
Robert “Blue” Harris of Campbellsville, son of the late Milburn R. Harris and Ermin Whitlock Harris, was born July 14, 1941in Illinois. He died at 8:55 A.M., Sunday, May 16, 2021 in Campbellsville. Age: 79
He professed faith in Christ and was of the Baptist faith.
Blue was a retired maintenance employee for the City of Campbellsville.
He united in marriage to Opal Curry October 28, 1958.
Blue enjoyed being outdoors, whether it be for work or fun.
Besides his wife, Opal Harris, of Campbellsville, Blue is survived by two sons and
two daughters: Garry Harris and wife, Carolyn, Malinda Redman and husband, David, Tommy Sebastion and Shelby Sebastion of Campbellsville; four grandchildren: Garry Robert Harris of Bowling Green, Megan Olivia Harris, Aaron Christopher Harris and Amanda Martin of Campbellsville; three great-grandchildren: Jordan Gabehart and Hunter Gabehart of Campbellsville and Connor Harris of Bowling Green; four brothers and one sister: Seibert Harris, Spot Harris and Melvin “Dick” Harris of Campbellsville, George Ray Harris of Clinton, Illinois and Annette Sharp of Scottsville; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
Blue was also preceded in death by a son, Robert Dale Harris in 1959 and three brothers: Tommy Harris, Hank Harris and Marvin Harris.
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VISITATION: 5:00 – 8:00 P.M., Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 2:00 P.M., Thursday, May 20, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Bro. Randy Buckles
BURIAL: Mt. Washington Baptist Church Cemetery
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on May 13, 2021
Charles L. Bright, formerly of Elk Horn, died at 4:50 A.M., Saturday, May 8, 2021 in Frankfort at the age of 84. He was the son of the late Samuel Allen Bright, Jr. and Edith Helen Phillips Bright. He was born December 9, 1936 in Taylor County, Kentucky.
His faith was important to him, having been raised in Elk Horn Baptist Church and later he attended Immanuel Baptist Church in Frankfort.
Charles was a veteran having served his country with honor in the United States Army.
He was a high school teacher and later, the Director of Business Education for the Kentucky Department of Education for many years. He retired from the Public Service Commission in Frankfort, Kentucky.
Charles was passionate about many things, especially his family and motivating youth to continue their formal education. He began his own education in a two-room schoolhouse in Elk Horn, graduated from Taylor County High School, completed undergraduate work at Campbellsville College and University, and pursued postgraduate work at Eastern Kentucky University and University of Kentucky, attaining a master’s degree and beyond.
He was a loving family member who was passionate about the outdoors, sports, travel, education, music, and dancing. He encouraged his children and extended family to try new forms of activities such as golf, tennis, fishing, boating, skiing, ice skating, swimming, horseback riding, rollerblading, rock climbing, and others. He was dedicated to a healthy lifestyle, remaining active into his late 70s, enjoying downhill skiing in Utah and Colorado. Perhaps his greatest joy was his grandchildren, whom he taught to drive his tractor, shoot a BB gun, play piano, and the basics of the many sports he loved. He was a member of the Lexington Ski Club and the Lexington Cotillion Club, traveling both domestically and internationally with them to ski and dance. He remained a farmer all his life and kept his aging father company by working together on the family farm. He is survived by his two daughters Lissa Suzanne Bright of Las Vegas, Nevada and Leigh Anne Bright of Frankfort; grandchildren Leah Duerren and Aidan James Tucker of Las Vegas; brother George Bright and wife, Floydene of Brentwood, Tennessee; Robert Bright and wife, Donna of Elk Horn; sister Betty Cox of Mannsville; sister Venita Bright and husband, Michael Clark of Frankfort; mother of his children, Betty Jean Bright; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends. Charles was preceded in death by a sister, Bonnie Helen Brown.
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VISITATION: 10:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M., Saturday, May 15, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 2:00 P.M., Saturday, May 15, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Rev. Brent Gupton
BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
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