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Welcome to P.E.P. Talk dedicated to your
Physical, Emotional and Personal well-being.
Staying healthy, well and strong with
Brain, Body and Balance.
We are all in this together!
P.E.P. Talk is our Virtual Activities Program that will be sent monthly throughout the year. We hope
that you enjoy these activities no matter where you are!
Please look for our weekly calendar and newsletter that will be sent every Wednesday from October through April.
In an effort to support our contactless environment the weekly updates will be sent through email.
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Make Water Your Only Workout
Strength, Range of Motion, Flexibility and Balance.
Yep! It can all be done in the water!
The resistance of the water helps to build muscle. Exercise and heat warm up your muscles to allow them to be safely stretched and increase your range of motion. Stretching in the hot tub is a great option if the pool is too cold.
Don't forget to work on your balance. The water takes away 90% of your body weight and allows you to do more things in the water than you would be able to do on land. The good news is that all of this work in the water transfers to benefits on land.
Please see the water walking sheet below for lots of ideas that you can do on your own in the water.
I hope everyone takes the time to look through all of the information included in this month's
P.E.P. Talk and use it to help take better care of you!
I look forward to hearing from you. - Erin
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Don't Like The Gym?
Let's Workout In The Water.
If you've been looking for a new and refreshing way to get or stay in shape, or if you're tired of sore feet and aching joints, water exercise may be for you. Because it's low impact and can easily be tailored to match your abilities, everyone from athletes to seniors can benefit from water exercise.
Working out in the water can be a great way to gain cardiovascular stamina, improve strength and flexibility, enhance body contours, increase circulation, rehabilitate healing muscles and control your weight.
Taking Advantage of Water
To appreciate why water training works so well, you need to understand water's unique properties. In water, you have almost no gravity. You're relieved of 90 percent of your body weight, so you become buoyant. This frees you to move in new ways. You can float, bob and relax without feeling like you're putting out an effort. Yet water provides 12% to 14% more resistance than air, so moving through it is like having weights all around your body.
Burning Fat, Building Muscle
Most swimming workouts take place in pools filled with warm water -- 82 to 84 degrees -- vs. typical ocean temperatures of 50 to 60 degrees. In the past, researchers have shown that some people who do rhythmic water exercise, such as water aerobics, are able to burn just as much fat and build just as muscle as they could in land based exercises.
Let's take a look at some of the most popular workouts and how to maximize their benefits. If you are new to exercise, consult your doctor before starting this or any other exercise program. And for safety reasons, avoid swimming alone.
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Option 1 - Lower Body Strength
Series in the Water
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This lower body strength series works all of the muscles in your legs and helps with joint stability and balance.
This
five minute video is simple, easy and efficient.
It is one of the best I have seen!
Please take the time to watch and give the exercises a try.
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Option 2 - Water Exercise For Better Balance
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Balance work in the water transfers
to better balance on land.
This 90 second demonstration is exactly
what anyone can commit to while they are in the pool,
river, lake, ocean or even hot tub.
No
excuses!
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Summer is here!
Let's get back in the water and get moving.
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Anti-Inflamatory Diet
Anti-Inflammatory Water Recipe
Keep these few ingredients on hand so you can make a new batch each day!
Turmeric and its active ingredient curcumin are known as nature’s ibuprofen. They work to decrease chronic inflammation in the body.
Ginger
Ginger and its active constituent gingerols may decrease inflammation and promote good digestion while diminishing nausea.
Lemon
Lemon adds good flavor to the water while boosting vitamin C levels and improving digestion.
Cayenne
Cayenne contains metabolism-boosting properties and aids in the absorption of the curcumin in turmeric.
ACV improves digestion and is shown to lower blood sugar levels.
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Recipe
Hydrating Anti Inflammatory Water
The perfect summer drink!
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Ingredients
Instructions
Fill a water bottle with water and add all other ingredients.
Put the top on and shake vigorously.
Drink throughout the day!
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All links below will take you directly to a free website
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Music
Billy Joel LIVE Full Concert 2018
1 h: 47 m
All of your favorites sung live!
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Fitness and Wellness Option 5 Super Moves For The Shower
There is always an opportunity for us to build strength - why not in the shower! The heat helps to warm up the muscles and allows for larger range of motion as you move.
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Everyone Loves Brain Teasers!
Click below for 100 fun brain teasers for kids and adults.
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Apple of My Eye
Bailey (Avery Arendes) is a talented young teenager who tragically loses her sight in a horse riding accident. Her devoted parents, Caroline (Amy Smart) and Jason (Liam McIntyre) do everything possible to help her adjust, but she's unable to connect to anyone or anything. That is, until she meets Charlie (Burt Reynolds), a Guide Dog Trainer who introduces her to Apple, an affectionate miniature horse, who becomes her new eyes - and new best friend - in this inspirational film for the whole family.
Release date 2017
Running time 1:24:24
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Locals OnlyWelcome to the Coachella
Valley's locals only recommendations for you. This is a list of local businesses, excursions and happenings throughout the desert. They can be experienced as a single event or group them together to customize your own adventures and day trips.
Many local businesses are currently closed or have limited hours due to COVID restrictions in Riverside County.
Please visit each website to confirm the days and hours of each location.
Cabot's Pueblo Museum
Local Tip: Make sure to get tickets in advance if you want the guided tour. Lots of history, artwork and artifacts in this historic house museum. Highly recommended.
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Local tip: Their docent lead guided hikes are worth your time. They are complimentary and do not require a reservation. Exploring the Ecology of a Fault Line Oasis is a favorite!
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Local tip: Tickets should be purchased in advance. Plan to spend some time there looking at the art, gift shop and relaxing in their hammock garden.
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Local tip: A great spot to eat after visiting the Integratron, Pioneer Town or Joshua Tree.
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Local tip: The Sunnyland Cafe has a small, but delicious, menu for a light lunch or snack. The views from the patio are spectacular.
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Palm Springs Village Fest
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Local tip: The 2nd Sunday and every Thursday from 4pm-8pm have free admission. The Village Fest is also on Thursdays and within walking distance of the museum.
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Local tip: Every shake is accessorized with a small frosted donut and never disappoints. Also walking distance from the Art Museum and Village Fest.
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Local tip: Small Palm Springs business with vegan and non vegan options with flavors like Rosemary and Turmeric-Ginger. It's an experience like no other!
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Local tip: You need to get tickets in advance and tickets sell out in season. Getting one of the times earlier in the morning helps with parking and wait times.
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| College of the Desert Street Fair
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Local tip: The Living Desert has one of the best hikes in the Coachella Valley. There are three separate loops that offer a telescope to view the San Andreas Fault, picnic tables and plenty of plants and views of the Sonoran Desert.
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Local tip: They are known for their famous date shakes but Shields has a cafe, a walk, a theatre and large gift shop. Plan to stay and see it all. It is worth it!
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Indian Wells
Tennis Garden
(Home of the National Pickleball Tournament and BNP Paribas Open)
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