[Sportsandrec] hello from a new member

Fri Sep 9 21:03:27 UTC 2016

I also have problems with balance and flexibility.  I do a few different yoga classes.  I also do physical therapy to strengthen my core to help with balance.

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> On Sep 9, 2016, at 4:07 PM, Robert Moore via SportsandRec <sportsandrec at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Hi, 
> Activity is very important, how much and  what kind, will depend on  where
> you are starting from and  where you intend to get to. 
> Another thing that most of us don't  think about until we are too old or it
> is too late, is what we put in our mouths and on our skin and hair. 
> Now I am not a nutritionist or a wellness coach,    neither do I play one
> on TV.  And I don't like to give direct advice  especially on a public forum
> like this and not knowing your health condition/conditions. 
> Having said that. A couple  general things to point out are  things like
> keeping well  hydrated, which means not only water but foods with high water
> content like  vegetables and watermelon and  many kinds of fruit like
> oranges  and apples. 
> Also if  you can access it and to the extent your budget will allow, try to
> go with organic and  start to consider migrating away from  packaged foods. 
> If you are a meat eater like myself, again as your budget allows, try to
> find grass fed beef. I believe based on all the research I have seen that it
> is more nutritious all around and better tasting for sure.  Also there  are
> good oils and bad oils to consume. 
> And one thing that people consume that I will name by name and tell people
> to get off of if you consume it, is Aspartame  it is in most all diet pops.
> Or sodas depending on  your  part of the country. 
> You will just have to do your own research and or find someone to help you
> with that. 
> BTW I do not have anything like a perfect diet so I am not lecturing anyone
> but my Wife and I have been slowly making changes over the last couple
> decades. It is not easy but I think worth the effort in the long run. 
> Hope this is helpful. 
> All the best 
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: SportsandRec [mailto:sportsandrec-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
> Nella Foster via SportsandRec
> Sent: Friday, September 09, 2016 2:33 PM
> To: 'Sports and Recreation for the Blind Discussion List'
> Cc: Nella Foster
> Subject: Re: [Sportsandrec] hello from a new member
> 
> 
> Mike, you're right being physically fit will make you a better rider.  I've
> struggled with my health the last few years and am not as good of rider as I
> used to be.  I certainly don't have the leg strength that I used to or the
> body core strength.  The core muscles really help with balance, which helps
> with riding.  I also worry that my reflexes aren't as fast.  So if my horse
> tries to jump out from under me will I be able to react in time.  Then I
> worry that if I come off, I'm older and with my health issues it will take
> longer to recover.  I love my horse and I love riding and am determined to
> get back to where I was before or at least as close as I can.  
> 
> Is there anyone else out there trying to get back into a sport or activity
> that they used to do?
> 
> It hass been so hot and humid here it is hard to get motivated to do any
> outdoor activities.
> 
> Nella
> 
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: SportsandRec [mailto:sportsandrec-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
> Mike Yontz via SportsandRec
> Sent: Friday, September 09, 2016 11:53 AM
> To: Sports and Recreation for the Blind Discussion List
> Cc: Mike Yontz
> Subject: Re: [Sportsandrec] hello from a new member
> 
> Hey
> You give me more credit than I deserve, it was something that I enjoyed and
> because of God happen to be OK at. I wrestled all through school and
> college, so training for powerlifting was fairly easy, I competed for 12
> years and had a lot of fun. I don't think you are wimpy at all, I don't
> think you can be wimpy and ride horses. I've done that and it is difficult
> to stay on. I know you need a lot of leg strength especially for cantering
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
>>> On Sep 8, 2016, at 21:52, Nella Foster via SportsandRec
>> <sportsandrec at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> 
>> 
>> Mike, it is nice to meet you too.
>> 
>> The power lifting is impressive.  I'm very, very wimpy!
>> 
>> How long have you trained and competed to get to where you are now?
>> 
>> As I said in an earlier post I'm just not a very competitive person, 
>> but admire people who are disciplined enough to do it.
>> 
>> I like nothing better than to just amble down the trail with my horse.  
>> We like to hear the birds and feel the sun and breeze.  I do like to 
>> canter sometimes and he seems to enjoy it too.
>> 
>> I am a pretty fast walker which is as close to aerobic as I get.
>> 
>> I will write you off list for fitness advice.  I'm sure you can have 
>> me whining and complaining in no time. Lol
>> 
>> Nella
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: SportsandRec [mailto:sportsandrec-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf 
>> Of Mike via SportsandRec
>> Sent: Thursday, September 08, 2016 5:14 PM
>> To: sportsandrec at nfbnet.org
>> Cc: hannibal8it at aol.com
>> Subject: Re: [Sportsandrec] hello from a new member
>> 
>> Hi Nella.
>> I'm glad to virtually meet you.  My name is Mike.  I'm 46, and still 
>> very active.  I recently retired ranked 2nd for my age and weightclass 
>> in the International Powerlifting Association as a blind lifter.  It 
>> is a sighted federation, so I'm very happy with that achievement.
>> I still plan on lifting and doing treadmill work, and getting as much 
>> time outside to stay healthy.
>> I'm a Certified Strength and conditioning specialist by the NSCA, as 
>> as well as a certified senior Olympic weightlifting coach.
>> My girlfriend and I often work out together, go for walks ETC.
>> I'd be happy to help out with advice for anything you need.  My gf is 
>> a licensed massage therapist, so any questions there I can help with, too.
>> You can contact me here, or off list if that's more comfortable as I 
>> really can't recommend much safely without knowing what your health
> conditions are.
>> 
>> best of luck with all you do, and welcome to the list.
>> email:  hannibal8it at aol.com
>> Mike
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Nella Foster via SportsandRec <sportsandrec at nfbnet.org>
>> To: sportsandrec <sportsandrec at nfbnet.org>
>> Cc: Nella Foster <jellybeanfarm at gmail.com>
>> Sent: Thu, Sep 8, 2016 5:56 pm
>> Subject: [Sportsandrec] hello from a new member
>> 
>> 
>> Hello my name is Nella and I just signed up for this list. Jody told 
>> me that she thought I would enjoy it.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> I told her that I had thought about signing up before, but was afraid 
>> all the members would be active college age people. Lol
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> I haven't been very active in sports and recreation for a while, so 
>> look forward to hearing about what everyone is doing.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> I'm mostly into horseback riding. I own a horse and usually just ride 
>> him around my pasture. I haven't met people to trail ride with here. I 
>> work on getting him into different gaits and having smooth 
>> transitions. It can get a bit boring, but is better than not riding at
> all.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Over the years I've tried lots of different things. I used to do a lot 
>> of tandem cycling, but no longer have a bike or much of an interest.
>> I've also done quite a lot of hiking and backpacking. Rock climbing 
>> was another interest that I no longer pursue. I used to do some 
>> running, but think there must be better ways to torture yourself. I've 
>> also tried both downhill and cross country skiing, but am not really 
>> into
> winter sports.
>> Well I do like ice skating, but haven't done it for many, many years. 
>> I've also gone on several canoe trips and had a great time.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> I would like to get into hiking again and maybe canoeing. I've never 
>> tried archery, but it is something I would like to know more about.
>> I'm also very interested in talking with people about developing a 
>> basic
> fitness routine.
>> I'm in my mid-forties now and have some health issues, so would 
>> appreciate any advice in that area.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> I've tried lots of things over the years and am game to try most 
>> anything at least once. I look forward to hearing about what the rest 
>> of
> you are doing.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Nella
>> 
>> 
>> 
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