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Ester Marsh: When did common sense become uncommon?

When did common sense become uncommon? Let’s first start with the definition of what common sense is: “good sense and sound judgement in practical matters.” ... Read more

by Ester Marsh, Saturday, February 24, 2024 12:00 am

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Ester Marsh: Firm arms, how do you get them?

I can tell we had a few nice days! Shorts sleeves are coming out and if you did not pay attention this winter it can ... Read more

by Ester Marsh, Saturday, February 17, 2024 12:00 am

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Ester Marsh: Bathroom and locker room etiquette

By Ester Marsh I was asked to do another column on the “unwritten” bathroom and locker room etiquettes! Bathroom etiquettes: • Flush after you are ... Read more

by Ester Marsh, Saturday, February 10, 2024 12:00 am

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Ester Marsh: Exercise is the ‘fountain of youth’

With the New Year being in its second month, I am so excited to see all the people who are dedicated to their health, continue ... Read more

by Ester Marsh, Saturday, February 3, 2024 12:00 am

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Ester Marsh: Do you have RBF?

By Ester Marsh I had one of our long term members come and talk to me about doing an article about “facial posture.” I am ... Read more

by Ester Marsh, Saturday, January 27, 2024 12:00 am

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Ester Marsh: Getting older is not for sissies!

By Ester Marsh As I have mentioned before, I abused my body in top sport, especially since it was judo. Judo is a martial art ... Read more

by Ester Marsh, Saturday, January 20, 2024 12:00 am

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Ester Marsh: None of us are alike

Too many times, I hear stories from people that they want to do what their friend did because it was successful for them. Surgery, weight ... Read more

by Ester Marsh, Saturday, January 13, 2024 12:00 am

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Ester Marsh: Are you doing too much to soon?

With the New Year and New Year’s resolutions, the big challenge is not to overdo your workouts. There is a fine line to be exercising ... Read more

by Ester Marsh, Saturday, January 6, 2024 12:00 am

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Ester Marsh: Fitness etiquettes 2024

We are only a few weeks away until 2024! I know many of you are planning to wait to exercise until after the holidays, but ... Read more

by Ester Marsh, Saturday, December 16, 2023 12:00 am

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Ester Marsh: A metabolic disease I was not familiar with

The other week, I had the pleasure to talk for the parent coffee hour at Overton elementary. It was their fitness day, which the kids ... Read more

by Ester Marsh, Saturday, December 9, 2023 12:00 am

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Ester Marsh: Missing your loved ones through the holidays

Dec. 8 would have been my dad’s 87th birthday. I can’t believe that it’s been about 20 months since he has passed. It’s already been over ... Read more

by Ester Marsh, Saturday, December 2, 2023 12:00 am

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Ester Marsh: Thankful

I love the spirit of Thanksgiving. It seems that many people are more thankful during this holiday than any other. So what is the definition ... Read more

by Ester Marsh, Saturday, November 25, 2023 12:00 am

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Ester Marsh: 12 days of exercise to Christmas

Stay active by challenging yourself to 12 days of exercise to Christmas! With this busy holiday season, I am so thankful to be able to ... Read more

by Ester Marsh, Saturday, November 18, 2023 12:00 am

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Ester Marsh: Facing a knee replacement

Some people wear their knees out sooner than others. It can from genetics, injuries, overuse or just because. In the past, I have seen too ... Read more

by Ester Marsh, Saturday, November 4, 2023 12:00 am

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Ester Marsh: What is PVD, or Posterior Vitreous Detachment?

Truly, I don’t mind getting older. It’s better than the alternative! I keep working out, working on cardiovascular health, flexibility, strength, mobility, balance and anything ... Read more

by Ester Marsh, Saturday, October 28, 2023 12:00 am

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Ester Marsh: Temptations to do or not to do

Halloween is just over a week away and Thanksgiving follows close after that. Just as a disclaimer — I am not a licensed nutritionist! But ... Read more

by Ester Marsh, Sunday, October 22, 2023 12:00 am

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Ester Marsh: Daylight Savings and jetlag

In three weeks on Nov. 5, the time will fall back one hour again. As you have heard in previous columns, my body does not ... Read more

by Ester Marsh, Saturday, October 14, 2023 12:00 am

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Ester Marsh: Keep your chin up

Keep your chin up! It’s not easy but doable. It can be very difficult to stay positive through the obstacles we encounter. I am a ... Read more

by Ester Marsh, Saturday, October 7, 2023 12:00 am

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Ester Marsh: What are triglycerides, and what level is good?

Triglycerides are a form of fat carried through the blood stream. When you eat, your body converts any calories it does not need at that ... Read more

by Ester Marsh, Saturday, September 30, 2023 12:00 am

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Ester Marsh: Figuring out how many calories you should eat

Are you ready to figure out how many calories you should eat? I know, one of the toughest daily “chores” is eating healthy. In our ... Read more

by Ester Marsh, Saturday, September 16, 2023 12:00 am

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Ester Marsh: It’s important to hydrate

I will share about proper hydration again, since the temperatures are still so high. However, that doesn’t mean you don’t need to be concerned about ... Read more

by Ester Marsh, Saturday, September 9, 2023 12:00 am

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Ester Marsh: Pelvic floor therapy

Happy Labor Day weekend! And this is a gentle reminder that the Rowan-Cabarrus YMCAs are closed Labor Day Monday. I did an article on this ... Read more

by Ester Marsh, Saturday, September 2, 2023 12:00 am

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Ester Marsh: How to get body odors and sweat stains out of your workout clothes

I am one of those people who sweats profusely when exercising. Although not smelling while sweating due to exercise, I did notice a musty smell, ... Read more

by Ester Marsh, Saturday, August 26, 2023 12:00 am

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Ester Marsh — Dealing with ADHD

With school back in session it can be a great challenge for kids who are diagnosed with ADHD. So what is ADHD? ADHD is Attention ... Read more

by Ester Marsh, Saturday, August 19, 2023 12:00 am

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Ester Marsh: The importance in knowing CPR and using the AED

Knowing CPR and be able to use an AED can be the difference of life and death. CPR stands for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and AED stands ... Read more

by Ester Marsh, Saturday, August 12, 2023 12:00 am

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Ester Marsh: I’m so excited to welcome Kim Smith

First of all, I want to tell you how excited I am to have Kim Smith on our J.F. Hurley YMCA team! Kim retired from ... Read more

by Ester Marsh, Saturday, August 5, 2023 12:00 am

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Ester Marsh: We did it!

You can’t keep the Hurley Y Knots down! First of all, if you have never attended the Dragon Boat Festival on High Rock Lake organized ... Read more

by Ester Marsh, Saturday, July 29, 2023 12:00 am

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Ester Marsh: Why not?!

On July 5, 2022, I started a class called “Box Mix for Stability.” With my extensive martial arts background, we wanted to keep the cost ... Read more

by Ester Marsh, Saturday, July 15, 2023 12:00 am

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