Huntsman World Senior Games Active Life

It turns out you may be in better shape than you think. We go over a few indicators that might mean you are doing better than you think in the health and wellness department. We also visit with Huntsman World Senior Games former track & field directors AND athletes, Kevin and Cindi Blevins. This is a a good one. Check it out. Send us Fan Mail

When is a health screening a good idea and when is it better to just forego? It's a good question, right? Listen to what the experts are saying. We also get to visit with the directors of the square dance competition at the Huntsman World Senior Games, Dave and Rosemarie Chapman. Send us Fan Mail

How can you lower your risk for stroke? You can't control every factor, like age and family history, but there are some things you can do to lower your risk. In addition, we visit with Neringa Jaksteine, an amazing World Senior Games athlete. Send us Fan Mail

Today we talk about a few foods that can help control inflammation in your body. We also visit with Kevin Weston, an exercise physiologist, about body composition and how it relates to our good friend the bathroom scale and a crazy thing called a Bod Pod. Send us Fan Mail

How will your retirement look differently than your parents? How will you enjoy the active life once you leave the workforce? We also visit with Dr. Daniela Benavidez who is a mood and exercise specialist. We talk with Dr. D about motivation as well as the types of activities we should all be engaging in. Send us Fan Mail

Are you getting too much sugar in your diet? A few signs that may indicate that you need to cut back on the sweet stuff. We also get to visit with 92 year old Dottie Gray, an incredible nine-year athlete at the Huntsman World Senior Games. She shares her wit, wisdom and motivation. You won't want to miss this one. Send us Fan Mail

In this episode we talk about food myths that might be keeping us heavier than we need be. We also visit with Suzanne Cordes, a sport scientist who just happens to also be a record holder in the Huntsman World Senior Games 1500 M Track and Field race and a multi-sport athlete at the Games. You're going to like this episode. Subscribe today. Send us Fan Mail

In today's episode we take a look at symptoms or signs that might indicate cancer. If you are exhibiting any of these signs, check with your doctor. In addition, our special guest is Stacy Heaps who specializes in helping people understand and deal with the stress in their lives. Check it out and be sure to rate and review if you enjoyed the show. Send us Fan Mail

In this episode we talk about five fitness myths that just need to to go away. We also talk about brain health and how to care for our cognitive health. You are going to like this one. Send us Fan Mail

Ever wonder what happens when you sleep? There's quite a lot going on. We also visit with Dr. Jeff Hicken, a chiropractor who specializes in helping athletes reach their full potential with the four cornerstones of health and fitness which include diet, exercise, sleep and attitude. Check it out the latest episode and be sure to share it with your friends. Send us Fan Mail

In this episode on the Active Life we talk about the importance of resistance training in relation to brain health and cognitive disorders. It's a fascinating link that is worth looking into. We also visit with ultra-marathoner Jennifer Hatcher about working hard and overcoming life's challenges. You're going to like this one. Send us Fan Mail

This week we talk with the one and only Justin Osmond about overcoming difficulties in our lives with a positive attitude and hard work. Justin's story is inspiring and is sure to help you find your own motivation to face your own individual challenges. Be sure to stick around at the end for a special message from former collegiate All-American and professional All-Star basketball player and...

What is the best way to fuel your active lifestyle? Dr. Trevor Smith joins us from the Intermountain LiVeWell Center to talk about how to live differently to enjoy life to the fullest. Send us Fan Mail

What should be in your medicine cabinet? It's a valid question right? Brad Stapley of Stapley's Pharmacy let's us in on what medicine every household should have on hand. Send us Fan Mail

Today we talk about making healthy choices in the cold of winter. We also visit with personal trainer Teresa Ford about how to live #FIREDUP. You're going to love this show. Send us Fan Mail

Today we talk about fitness resolutions and how to stay on track with nutritionist Dr. Chris Rosenbloom. Food and Nutrition Services, LLC, her consulting business, started in 2010 after a 30-year career in academia. She is the author of Food and Fitness over 50 and has some great insights. Check it out. Send us Fan Mail

In this episode we talk with Joel DeCuester from the Intermountain Health Care's LiVe Well Center about the importance of some sort of baseline evaluation that gives you the opportunity to really see where you are as far as your fitness is concerned. Once you know where you are at, then you are more empowered to do something about it. Send us Fan Mail

Today one of our incredible athletes, Monty Cartwright, track & field competitor, joins us and talks about how to fully live the active life. Send us Fan Mail

Today we talk about several things that you should NOT do when you are under the weather with a cold or flu. We also chat with 26-year athlete Ralph Staheli. Check it out. Send us Fan Mail

Today we talk about a few foods that can help you burn off a few extra calories this winter. We also talk about how to set up yourself up to make 2018 the best year ever. Send us Fan Mail

Did you know there are actual physical health benefits to being grateful? It's true. Being grateful makes you healthier. In this episode of the Active Life we chat with staff members of the Huntsman World Senior Games staff about what they are grateful for. Send us Fan Mail

Richard Eyre is a New York Times best selling author and also happens to be a 22 year participant at the Huntsman World Senior Games. His latest book is about living life to the fullest in the golden years. You'll love his advice for getting the most out of life. Send us Fan Mail

Today we talk about how to start and stick to an exercise program. Good stuff. Send us Fan Mail

Do you love to eat? Well today we talk about several foods that you can eat as much as you want of and not worry too much about weight gain. Check it out. Send us Fan Mail

Relive some of our best memories of the 2017 Huntsman World Senior Games. Full time staff members share some of their favorite moments of the Games. Send us Fan Mail