Tag: lack of exercise

  • Thank You Jack LaLanne

    Poet Deb reflects on the influence of Jack Lalanne, a pioneering fitness trainer who opened the first US health club in 1936 and created popular exercise equipment. Known for his friendly encouragement and long-running exercise show, Lalanne motivated many to maintain health. His legacy continues through his YouTube channel, inspiring a new generation to exercise.

  • In Honor of Gramma

    In the 2023-2024 US school year, over 10,000 book bans impacted more than 4,000 titles, with Florida and Iowa seeing the highest rates. Reading shapes critical thinking and empathy. The narrative reflects on personal experiences, particularly an elderly grandmother whose late-life reading challenged her past views, illustrating the complex relationship between environment and learning.

  • American Heartburn

    The content suggests that engaging with provocative or spicy news can quickly lead to heightened emotions and intense reactions. This is depicted through the metaphor of chewing on such news, which results in the use of sharp or caustic language, reflecting the negative impact of sensationalism.