https://chestertownspy.org Nonpartisan and Education-based News for Chestertown Fri, 04 Apr 2025 14:34:59 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/04/04/senior-nation-april-is-parkinsons-awareness-month-by-susan-covey/ https://chestertownspy.org/2025/04/04/senior-nation-april-is-parkinsons-awareness-month-by-susan-covey/#respond Fri, 04 Apr 2025 10:30:56 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/04/04/senior-nation-april-is-parkinsons-awareness-month-by-susan-covey/ It is time to spread awareness and understanding of Parkinson’s Disease. This is a chronic condition affecting approximately one million people in the U.S. This is more than the number of people living with multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy, and Lou Gehrig’s disease combined. Every year in our country 60,000 people are diagnosed with Parkinson’s. There […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2025/04/04/senior-nation-april-is-parkinsons-awareness-month-by-susan-covey/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/02/07/its-american-heart-month-by-susan-covey/ https://chestertownspy.org/2025/02/07/its-american-heart-month-by-susan-covey/#respond Fri, 07 Feb 2025 11:11:53 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/02/07/its-american-heart-month-by-susan-covey/ Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States.  Every year, one in four deaths are caused by heart disease.  The good news?  Heart disease can often be prevented when people make healthy choices and manage their health conditions, even for people who already have heart disease lower […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2025/02/07/its-american-heart-month-by-susan-covey/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/11/05/enjoy-the-health-benefits-of-thanksgiving-day-by-susan-covey/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/11/05/enjoy-the-health-benefits-of-thanksgiving-day-by-susan-covey/#respond Tue, 05 Nov 2024 11:59:20 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/11/05/enjoy-the-health-benefits-of-thanksgiving-day-by-susan-covey/ Have you always thought the traditional Thanksgiving meal was full of empty calories? Not so! One ounce of turkey, for instance, provides 8 grams of protein as well as B vitamins, zinc, and selenium. We all know that it is also a source of tryptophan, an essential amino acid for making proteins and serotonin and […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/11/05/enjoy-the-health-benefits-of-thanksgiving-day-by-susan-covey/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/09/19/natures-many-benefits-by-susan-s-covey/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/09/19/natures-many-benefits-by-susan-s-covey/#respond Thu, 19 Sep 2024 10:00:02 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/09/19/natures-many-benefits-by-susan-s-covey/ Scientific studies have proven that not only walking, but just being in nature has a profound positive impact on our health. Of course, we know that if we walk at least 15 minutes a day, we will have fewer diseases and are less likely to get cancer, have a lower risk of heart attack and […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/09/19/natures-many-benefits-by-susan-s-covey/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/07/08/water-water-everywhere-for-drinking-playing-and-exercising/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/07/08/water-water-everywhere-for-drinking-playing-and-exercising/#respond Mon, 08 Jul 2024 10:00:44 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/07/08/water-water-everywhere-for-drinking-playing-and-exercising/ We all know we could not survive without replenishing our body with water, BUT, did you know that water comprises 75% of the brain, it makes up 83% of blood, 22% of bones and 75% of muscles? Water regulates body temperature and helps carry nutrients and oxygen to cells. It flushes bacteria from our bladder, […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/07/08/water-water-everywhere-for-drinking-playing-and-exercising/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/03/use-it-or-lose-it-an-old-adage-with-lots-of-truthby-susan-covey/ Fri, 03 May 2024 12:27:15 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/03/use-it-or-lose-it-an-old-adage-with-lots-of-truthby-susan-covey/ The National Institute of Aging-supported researchers have been studying the effects of strength training for over 40 years and identified multiple ways it benefits older adults, such as maintaining muscle mass, improving metabolism, and increasing healthy years of life. “Age related mobility limitations are an unpleasant fact for many older adults. Studies have shown that […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/04/01/could-your-core-be-getting-frail-by-susan-covey-2/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/04/01/could-your-core-be-getting-frail-by-susan-covey-2/#comments Mon, 01 Apr 2024 11:47:51 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/04/01/could-your-core-be-getting-frail-by-susan-covey-2/ As you probably know, a weak core impacts everyday life…but maybe more than you think.  If basic functional movements like getting out of bed or walking to the car and getting in and out of the car are becoming a challenge or feeling nearly impossible for you, it may be a sign that your core […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/04/01/could-your-core-be-getting-frail-by-susan-covey-2/feed/ 1 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/03/02/senior-life-stepping-out-by-susan-covey/ Sat, 02 Mar 2024 11:06:38 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/03/02/senior-life-stepping-out-y-susan-covey/ Looking for something new and different? Do you want to get outside and walk but do not feel quite comfortable even when using your cane or walker? Want to learn a new exercise that engages more muscles and burns more calories? Pole walking could be it! Also called Nordic walking, this exercise program provides a […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/02/03/valentines-for-your-heart-by-susan-covey/ Sat, 03 Feb 2024 11:41:15 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/02/03/valentines-for-your-heart-by-susan-covey/ Check out this prescription:  If you have high blood pressure, treat yourself to a few squares of dark chocolate.  How do you like that?  Admittedly, it is rare that chocolate is considered a nutritious food (though it is a plant-based food also called phytonutrient, derived from the cocoa bean.)  In recent years researchers analyzed 15 […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/01/22/stretching-is-for-everyone-by-susan-covey/ Mon, 22 Jan 2024 11:55:37 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/01/22/stretching-is-for-everyone-by-susan-covey/ You may think of stretching as something only necessary for runners or gymnasts. Truth is we all need to stretch to protect our mobility and independence. Stretching keeps our muscles flexible, strong, and healthy. We need that flexibility to maintain the optimal range of motion in our joints. Without it, the muscles shorten and become […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2023/11/01/senior-nation-counting-blessings-by-susan-covey/ Wed, 01 Nov 2023 09:05:02 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2023/11/01/senior-nation-counting-blessings-by-susan-covey/ Here are a few quotes that may help us to count our blessings now and throughout the year: “To speak gratitude is courteous and pleasant, to enact gratitude is generous and noble, but to live gratitude is to touch Heaven.”—Johannes A. Gaertner “Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2023/10/05/senior-nation-its-all-about-balance/ Thu, 05 Oct 2023 11:10:50 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2023/10/05/senior-nation-its-all-about-balance/ Everything we do in our daily lives involves balance.  The better our sense of balance, the better we perform. Balance can best be defined as physical equilibrium or the ability to remain upright whether you are standing still or in motion; stability is your body’s ability to adjust to a disturbance by creating an opposing […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2023/09/07/senior-nation-fitness-joyful-abandon/ https://chestertownspy.org/2023/09/07/senior-nation-fitness-joyful-abandon/#comments Thu, 07 Sep 2023 11:44:14 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2023/09/07/senior-nation-fitness-joyful-abandon/ Do you remember when you last took the time to just have pure fun? To be social in a totally unstructured, creative way? Somewhere between childhood and adulthood, most of us stopped playing. PLAY…it can be defined as simply goofing off with no practical purpose to the activity other than enjoying yourself. By giving yourself […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2023/09/07/senior-nation-fitness-joyful-abandon/feed/ 1 https://chestertownspy.org/2023/07/05/senior-nation-water-water-everywhere-for-drinking-playing-and-exercising-by-susan-covey/ Wed, 05 Jul 2023 11:53:42 +0000 https://cs.spycommunitymedia.org/2023/07/05/senior-nation-water-water-everywhere-for-drinking-playing-and-exercising-by-susan-covey/ We all know we could not survive without replenishing our body with water, BUT, did you know that water comprises 75% of the brain, it makes up 83% of blood, 22% of bones and 75% of muscles? Water regulates body temperature and helps carry nutrients and oxygen to cells. It flushes bacteria from our bladder, […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2023/05/19/could-your-core-be-getting-frail-by-susan-covey/ Fri, 19 May 2023 10:26:48 +0000 https://cs.spycommunitymedia.org/2023/05/19/could-your-core-be-getting-frail-by-susan-covey/ As you probably know, a weak core impacts everyday life…but maybe more than you think. If basic functional movements like getting out of bed or walking to the car and getting in and out of the car are becoming a challenge or feeling nearly impossible for you, it may be a sign that your core […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2023/04/05/april-is-parkinsons-awareness-month/ Wed, 05 Apr 2023 09:56:05 +0000 https://cs.spycommunitymedia.org/2023/04/05/april-is-parkinsons-awareness-month/ It is time to spread awareness and understanding of Parkinson’s Disease. This is a chronic condition affecting approximately one million people in the U.S. This is more than multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy and Lou Gehrig’s disease combined. Every year in our country 60,000 people are diagnosed with Parkinson’s. The importance of National Parkinson’s Awareness Month […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2023/03/06/its-time-for-seniors-to-take-a-break-by-susan-covey/ https://chestertownspy.org/2023/03/06/its-time-for-seniors-to-take-a-break-by-susan-covey/#comments Mon, 06 Mar 2023 12:22:55 +0000 https://cs.spycommunitymedia.org/2023/03/06/its-time-for-seniors-to-take-a-break-by-susan-covey/ For many of us, sitting is a huge part of our day. In order to alleviate the physical consequences of being in one place for long periods, consider the following exercises: ARMS BACK: Sit up tall, bring your arms straight out in front of you. Turn the palms up. Now move your arms away from […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2023/03/06/its-time-for-seniors-to-take-a-break-by-susan-covey/feed/ 1 https://chestertownspy.org/2023/02/01/senior-nation-take-care-of-your-heart/ Wed, 01 Feb 2023 12:08:45 +0000 https://cs.spycommunitymedia.org/2023/02/01/senior-nation-take-care-of-your-heart/ Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States. Every year, one in four deaths are caused by heart disease. The good news? Heart disease can often be prevented when people make healthy choices and manage their health conditions, even for people who already have heart disease. Only […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2022/12/01/juggling-anyone-by-susan-covey/ Thu, 01 Dec 2022 11:35:34 +0000 https://cs.spycommunitymedia.org/2022/12/01/juggling-anyone-by-suan-covey/ For many of us holidays become a mixture of family, traditions, gratitude, giving and, often, challenges too. More than any other time we seem to find ourselves with a few plates in the air. So, in keeping with this theme, I offer a literal juggling challenge. Juggling is more than just a cool party trick. […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2022/11/02/senior-nation-just-keep-moving-by-susan-covey/ Wed, 02 Nov 2022 11:04:56 +0000 https://cs.spycommunitymedia.org/2022/11/02/senior-nation-just-keep-moving-by-susan-covey/ As the weather cools, the temptation to move less can be strong. However, we must resist this temptation and strive to stay active no matter the number of daylight hours or less than perfect weather. Since November is the month that reminds us of all the things in our life we are thankful for, let […]]]>