Susan Helmore

Move for Brain Health

‘One of the best exercises for your brain is physical exercise?’ There is strong evidence that regular physical activity is associated with better brain function, reduced mental illness, and reduced risk of cognitive decline and dementia Effects of physical inactivity reduced blood flow – high cholesterol, plaques in arteries reduced cognitive function – difficulty thinking, … Read more

How I became a runner.

I surprised myself recently by starting to run again. Now that I achieved my goal, I reflected on what I did that helped me have success. Here I share what worked for me. I used to run, years ago when I was young, single and had heaps of time. I ran a half marathon and … Read more

Ten positives to walking

I suggest to Mr 11 that we go for a walk so off out the gate we go. Fortunate for us we have a hill within walking distance from home. It’s incredible, with views from the top of the town, lake and mountains. We are walking up the track, puffing a bit, getting warmer, when … Read more