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Saving More Than Just Worlds

By SMC Taylor

Being 62 I never thought I would become a gamer. Mind you I’m not a full time gamer, but I enjoy “Saving The World” as I call it when I sit down to play a game. My two sons have played video games since they were young, (They both have wonderful partners and live on […]

Filed Under: Brain Health, Fitness, Thoughts and Other Things

The Middle Ranks Higher than the Top Or Bottom

By SMC Taylor

The middle of our bodies, “the core” or “abs”,  is more important than our tops or bottoms!  Sure you want your top and bottom to be healthy and fit, but the middle is where the strength for your entire body lies.  People often complain of back pain.  Many times, back pain is due to having […]

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Want To Really Go Forward? Try Going Backward!

By SMC Taylor

Have you ever thought of adding walking backwards to your workouts? If you haven’t, you should!  Walking or running backwards uses more energy,  which burns more calories.  I have incorporated walking/running backwards into my running workouts. I have been amazed how I am noticing differences with my ability to run better with  longer strides and […]

Filed Under: Fitness, Walking

An Interview with Mason Carter Harvey

By SMC Taylor

Mason Carter Harvey is your typical average kid, except he was over weight and got tired of being bullied by the kids at school. He took it upon himself to lose 85 pounds in a year. He now has a healthy and active lifestyle and has made it his mission to encourage and motivate others. […]

Filed Under: Fitness, Interviews, Weight Loss

You Can’t Until You Say “I Can!”

By SMC Taylor

Ever say “I can’t do that”? I believe all of us are guilty of that from time to time. We all can defeat ourselves before beginning a task.  We may struggle with self-esteem issues, struggle with the way we look or not know how to treat others kindly.  Some people are born with the “I […]

Filed Under: Fitness, Weight Loss

Early Morning Run

By SMC Taylor

(©2009 SMC Taylor) The air is not speaking I start to run The sound of the pavement I pick up speed The wind begins to hum I feel hair flow The trees become alive I hear the birds The golfers emerging I wave a hello The houses become awake I hear the chatter The run […]

Filed Under: Fitness, Running

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