Exercise Archives - Better.Cheaper.Slower.

Your Monday #50: The Gift of Strength

December 16, 2024

Better Cheaper Stronger for $30. A set of resistance tubes that weighs next to nothing and takes up next to no space. They let you "weight train" without weights. Perfect for anybody who can't stand lifting weights. Like me.

Your Monday #49: Train for skiing. Even if you don’t ski.

December 15, 2024

Skiing's all about balance, flexibility, strength and stamina. Just like life. This is the Way to remain upright whether or not you're on skis. A 7-minute daily routine to improve it all - right where it counts.

One Enchanted Hike

December 13, 2024

I'm a waterfall guy. If I was a bird watcher, I'd be in heaven. As it is, I feel transported. Escorted, actually. Escorted by a pair of Scarlet Macaws on an enchanted beach hike to a spectacular waterfall. Can't just sit there on the beach when the forest is so full of wonder.

Monday #49: Don’t Fall Fall: For skiers & non-skiers

December 9, 2024

Skiing's all about balance, flexibility, strength and stamina. Just like life. here's a Way to remain upright whether or not you're on skis. Especially when you're on snow or ice without skis.

The Walk That Ate Bananas

December 6, 2024

While it's still possible, eat one before your morning walk. At the Kona Coffee and Fruit Garden, you can get a pretty good cup of coffee with it. And walk down Lower Napoopoo Road to Kealakekua Bay to swim with the spinner dolphins spiraling in and out of the water. Just for fun.

Your Monday #48: The Gift of Longevity

December 2, 2024

The evidence is overwhelming. Regular walking and running is closely associated with longer, healthier lives. So how do you help somebody start a good habit? Heck, how do you get yourself to start doing it? I have some thoughts for you.

The Walk To Burn Thanksgiving Calories

November 29, 2024

The Walk you map for yourself. Wherever you are. Because you feel a little like a stuffed turkey and it's time to Walk off some of that tasty stuff. Make it a good memory before it turns to fat. Two hours knocks off all the trimmings.

Thanksgiving’s Greatest Moves: Loosen up

November 25, 2024

If you're traveling, you'll have enough on your mind. So give your body a break. Because something ought to be relaxed when you arrive. Some stretches for the car, the plane and the rest stop. Have a Slower Saner holiday.

Got 10 minutes? For your blood pressure?

November 23, 2024

3 10-minute walks each day can make a significant contribution to lowering your blood pressure. Just brisk walking - no running - does the trick. If you don't have a dog, or if getting outside for three walks a day just doesn't work for you, here are some indoor options.

Your Monday #43: 24/7 Flexibility

November 18, 2024

Today's Way is all about your flexibility. Total flexibility from a 10-minute stretching routine that combines simple, gentle Ways to keep you loose and comfortable all day.