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SIUSLAW NEWS | SATURDAY, MAY 2, 2020 | 7A How to keep moving during the pandemic In recognition of the mental toll that social distancing and stay-at-home measures can take, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advised people to exercise regularly. But opportu- nities to exercise seemingly dried up when stay-at-home guidelines were issued and gyms were shut- tered. People without exercise equipment at home suddenly found themselves wondering how they could stay fit and keep their bodies in the best possible condition to fight a virus that has claimed thousands of lives. Thankfully, there are ways to stay fit and keep immune systems strong without violating stay-at- home measures. • Access online exercise pro- grams. Many gyms that were forced to close to help stop the spread of the COVID-19 virus began offering exercise tutorials and classes via social media or websites such as YouTube. These videos can be invaluable resourc- es, teaching people how to stay fit at home even if they don’t have weights or other equipment on hand. In addition to gym-spon- sored exercise tutorials, the in- ternet is loaded with free exercise videos and advice that can help people without access to a gym get fit or maintain their fitness routines. “ I’m here to support the community and the Siuslaw News.” Delbert L. "Del" Phelps Real Estate BROKER “I love to help people buy and sell property” Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwest Real Estate 1875 Hwy 101, P.O. Box 276, Florence, OR. 97439 Cell - 541-991-7787 dphelps@bhhsnw.com • oregoncoastallistings.com A member of the franchise system of BHHS affi liates, LLC Do you part and volunteer today to help support these organizations in our community. • Go back to the basics. Many people no doubt recall gym class from their school days. Such classes teach youngsters the ba- sics of physical fitness without employing dumbbells or ad- vanced exercise machines. Those same basic exercises that work for youngsters, including push- ups, sit-ups and lunges, can be effective for adults as well. If it’s been awhile since you’ve done your most recent push-up, access an online tutorial so you can be certain your form is correct. • Do some yard work. It might not feel as high-intensity as a spinning class or a Pilates ses- sion, but yard work can be a great workout. Dust off the push mow- er the next time the grass needs to be cut, and get to work on pulling weeds in garden beds. The added benefit to yard work is it provides a great opportunity to get some fresh air without violating social distancing guidelines. • Go for a jog. Perhaps the simplest way to exercise during the pandemic is to go for a daily jog. According to the Mayo Clin- ic, aerobic exercise repeatedly moves large muscles in the arms, legs and hips while engaging the immune system and helping it to ward off minor viral illness- es. That makes an early morning jog an especially valuable, not to mention easily accessible, way to exercise during the pandemic. Exercise can help people main- tain their immune systems in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak, and there are many simple ways to fit in a little physical activity even while social distancing. — Metro Creative Connection Themed days can improve time spent at home Enhancing time at home tor. While any themed day can get the creativity flow- with entertaining themes can be inspired by an active ing. • Superhero day: Em- can improve the fun fac- imagination, these ideas brace your favorite super- hero by dressing up in their colors, donning a superhe- ro T-shirt or watching an action-packed superhero movie. • Pajama day: This is a fun theme for rainy days. Stay in your pajamas all day Brian Jagoe and enjoy a cozy, lazy day. Principal Broker • Alma mater day: Par- 541 999-1314 ents and children can pull 91 Windleaf Way – This is a great opportu- out their trusted college nity to build your home close to the beach, in a T-shirts, sweatshirts or oth- great community of very nice homes. The seller er school attire. Bake up is willing to carry so bring us an offer and start some tasty treats in school planning your future in Florence. $76,000. #2797- 18615048 colors and then find some 1749 Highway 101 • 541-997-1200 old photos of your favorite sports teams online. • Throwback day: Take a Visit us on step back in time by play- the web ing games or engaging in activities from your youth. To include your T HE S IUSLAW N EWS . COM Teach youngsters about the Buying or Selling? I can help. organization in this directory, please call us @ 541-997-3441 toys you enjoyed or watch movies from the era in which you grew up. • Crazy hair day: Em- brace bed head, plug in the curling iron, double down on hair gel or pomade, or put those wacky coiffures into full effect. • Cultural day: Tap into your personal heritage by researching your family tree and then preparing a meal that coordinates with your heritage. • Arts and crafts day: Get crafty by tackling a creative project that the family will enjoy. Or engage in individ- ual projects before compar- ing the final results collec- tively. Push your time at home to the next level with en- tertaining days based on certain themes. — Metro Creative Connection THANK YOU FROM OUR FAMILY TO YOURS! Florence Food Share Ask us about volunteer opportunities. 2190 Spruce Street • P.O.Box 2514 Florence, Oregon 97439 (541) 997-9110 info@fl orencefoodshare.org Habitat for Humanity We continue to be humbled and grateful for your material support and the encouraging notes you left along with your gifts. Florence Habitat for Humanity would like to thank our volunteers and the Florence community for their continued dedication and support. Thank you and stay safe! This is a defi ning moment for all of us. And we realize many in our community are hurting. For some, a subscription or a donation is not an option. We understand and we will continue working to provide you with critical information for free as long as we can. Helping Hands Coalition But if you’re able, please consider supporting our work in one of these ways. Our ability to continue serving you depends on it. We are in need of volunteers on Monday, Wednesday and Fridays. We need volunteers to serve food, set up for meals and also prepare meals beginning at 11:00 am and fi nishing at 2:00pm. New Location: Community Baptist Church, 4590 Hwy. 101, Florence (Across from Fred Meyer) Meals on Wheels and Cafe 60 Meals on Wheels are available to people over the age of 60 who cannot get out much due to illness or advanced age and who are not eating properly, regardless of income. Cafe 60 is available for those who prefer to make new friends in a dining room setting. 1570 Kingwood, PO Box 2313, Florence 541-997-5673 laneseniormeals.org Oregon Coast Humane Society relies heavily on volunteers. There are many opportunities to volunteer and a variety of skills and talents are always in need. Volunteer interest forms may be found online, at the shelter and at our Thrift Shop on Bay Street. www.oregoncoasthumanesociety.org/volunteer/ Peace Harbor Volunteers – Jenna Bartlett, Publisher and Ned Hickson, Editor Some of the feedback we have received: “Our Siuslaw News is the lifeline to our community. We need to support them in every way we can.” Susan W. “We love our small-town newspaper. Ned and the gang do such a great job of keeping us informed. We don’t want to lose you!” Kirk and Donna M. “Thank you for informing us and helping us to stay connected to our community.” Joan S. “Thank you for keeping our great community well-informed and for helping us weather the storm together.” Lynn U. “Thanks for all you do in supporting the Mapleton Community!!” Carl and Kathy W. HELP US FUND LOCAL COVID-19 REPORTING IN OUR COMMUNITY. 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