Recent content by JackMerton

Great. I definitely will. I'm eager to learn all I can at this point.

I never had knee pain until I got to the 30-40 pound overweight mark. Once I dropped about 10 pounds, I could already start to tell the difference in how much pain I had through regular activity. It's amazing what decreasing the weight your knees have to bear will do to everyday pain.

Has anyone had any experience with beginning to practice yoga over the age of 60? I've never tried it before but I've had many people suggest it for increased flexibility and to minimize joint pain in the long run. But since I would be a newbie at an older age, I'm wondering if it would do more...

Thanks, Mack! Yes. I definitely want to get on top of things quickly. I've had some bad experiences with paperwork "hang-ups" when dealing with the government in the past, so I want to be as proactive as possible to make sure things go smoothly. I'd hate to be stuck without any type of coverage...

What is the advantage of Medicare Supp Plan N? I'm looking to apply within the next year and I want to make sure I'm educated on all of my options.

Can you technically sign up for Medicare before you reach the appropriate age? I didn't know they would actually let you start the application process early?

Wow. Even with a minimal amount of effort, consistent exercise can still have measurable effects.

I've also heard that biking (and other low impact exercises) ward off the symptoms of Parkinson's as well.

Yoga is a great way to increase your flexibility, but since it actually works to lower your metabolism, it's definitely not a good way to burn fat. It can actually have the opposite effect because of its ability to slow down your bodies natural functions. Great for lowering stress, not so much...

I've also heard that drinking protein at the very beginning of your day actually jump starts your metabolism. This can give you a boost of calorie-killing power in the morning before you ever even step into a gym!

I can completely understand the logic behind this. Oftentimes, Meds are a quick fix to mask the problem. Changing your lifestyle will actually change your bodies chemistry and ignite its own ability to heal itself!

Thanks, Mack! This seems like a great place to get quick answers to questions and connect with others. I appreciate the welcome!