February 2023: The Generation Issue
Aging is a major part of life, and it happens to all of us. So, in this Generation Issue, we’re highlighting the major aspects of staying fit and healthy throughout your lifespan, in every generation. You’ll meet the world’s oldest active fitness trainer, learn how children can practice mindfulness and get tips on how to eat as a college student on a budget. Every age counts, so let’s enjoy the ride!
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From The February 2023 Issue
February 1, 2023
They’re not like regular dads; they’re COOL dads. Long gone are the days of daycare dads, hands-off diaper changing and absentee daddies. In Austin, we do things differently, and that includes parenting. Austin Dads...
February 1, 2023
If you have physical limitations that prevent you from doing high-impact activities, the Springs Family YMCA has got you covered with their senior fitness classes including Aqua Cardio and Senior Strong. Aqua Cardio The...
February 1, 2023
On an average day after warming up, Tim Minnick can deadlift 300 pounds. The crazy part? He’s 80 years old. Since 2020, Leander-based Minnick has held the Guinness World Record title of the oldest...
February 1, 2023
Hello, AFM! This month’s featured pet is Return to Sender, brought to you by Austin Pets Alive! Return to Sender is a sweet 2-year-old domestic shorthair cat who weighs about 10 pounds. He loves...
February 1, 2023
As a college student, walking into a dining hall with endless possibilities can be overwhelming. One meal swipe allows you to pile up your options till you can’t eat anymore. But having a meal...
February 1, 2023
“If you don’t use it, you’ll lose it.” This statement is true for all of life’s most important things: PTO hours, HSA funds and our physical strength, function and mobility. Gone are the days...
February 1, 2023
Gone are the days when children could ride their bikes and play with the neighbors till dusk on a school night; now their days are full of piano lessons and practice. Most parents have...
February 1, 2023
Living a full life is easier with a full stomach. According to a review from the National Library of Medicine, aging adults are facing nutritional deficiencies that cause a decline in health. But, with...
February 1, 2023
Perhaps you practice mindfulness by taking a yoga class a few times a week or practicing a few deep breaths before handling the 10th sibling squabble of the day. These little rituals calm you...
February 1, 2023
As our bodies change with age, so do our nutritional needs. The physical changes that accompany aging require us to pay attention and adjust our diet as necessary. Adrien Paczosa, chief clinical officer and...
February 1, 2023
One of the fears many of us have is getting the phone call that one of our older loved ones has fallen — and this fear is well-earned. The Centers for Disease Control and...
February 1, 2023
During childhood, our foundations don’t have to be built only through classes and homework; they can be built through sports, too. Starting children in team sports in elementary school is a great way to...
February 1, 2023
Children today will never know a time when phones, computers, tablets and other devices weren’t a part of our daily lives. According to the Cyberbullying Research Center, about 95% of teens are online. Additionally,...
February 1, 2023
This timeless dish brings together the best of all worlds in an eye-catching presentation that makes an effortless transition from plate to palate. Smashed Yukon Potato Ingredients: 5 pounds Yukon gold potato 1 pound...
February 1, 2023
When people asked what they wanted to be when they grew up, few people actually become what they once said as bright-eyed and bushy-tailed children — except for Travis Morin and Riley Damiani. Both...
February 1, 2023
Hello, Austin Fit Fam! It’s AFM ambassador Nikki Zahka (@Getfitwith_nikk) again, and this time, I’m so excited to highlight the Free People Movement studio! I’ve actually been a few times before this because they...
February 1, 2023
With each year of life, strength training doesn’t become less important but actually more. Strength training is one of the most effective ways to get healthier and stronger as well as improve your body...
February 1, 2023
Georgina Guerrero was picking up her son from preschool when she saw a couple of young students climbing a tree in the courtyard. Though it was an endearing sight, she had forgotten the last...
February 1, 2023
Wellness can be portrayed as both a simple and complex concept, but it all starts with the same thing – the basics. Though any age may differ in how you approach wellness, it’s important...
February 1, 2023
As menopause affects your appearance and mood, it’s no surprise it can impact your body image, as well. During menopause, women experience a hormonal shift that can often affect their quality of life and...
February 1, 2023
It’s Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2022, and my call time is 4:30 p.m. Our show starts at 7. I stand in my closet to gather my costume: tan tights, beige fishnet stockings, black shorts and...
