Fat cat Moses, 9, is getting his weight under control with a regular regime of hydrotherapy.

Sweet fancy Moses!

A privileged layabout of a cat who weighs as much as a French bulldog has been prescribed a thoroughly unusual exercise routine one that seems to be working, his caregivers say.

Moses, 9, a chonk of burning love at more than double the healthy size for his age, is learning how to swim, something cats are not known to enjoy.

His owner is taking the unusual step after countless failed diets and efforts to get the family-size feline to go outside and move around.

The pudgy puss has now been signed up for hydrotherapy at a veterinarian clinic near his home in Wellesbourne, England.

Things are going swimmingly, according to veterinary hydrotherapist Olivia Stokes, who is treating the fluffy boy.

When he first came to us, Moses was nearly 22 pounds, she said.

His owner said he had been on diets and been encouraged to exercise before but had still not able to lose weight. So, we decided to try a different approach with hydrotherapy. Its a very unusual approach in caring for cats, Stokes explained.

I have been in the industry for five years and a qualified hydrotherapist for almost two years and I have never experienced hydro with a cat before, so Moses was a first for me, she confessed.

That is because cats dont usually like water and, sure enough, on his first taster session Moses was not impressed at all. He needed a lot of encouragement as he resisted the treatment, she said.

At the start, I tried gradually increasing the water level for him, like we would for a dog, but this wasnt well tolerated. I also tried all sorts of cat treats but he wasnt interested in them for long either. So, then I ran the treadmill dry with no water to just get him used to walking, Stokes recalled.

I then added water and found lowering him into the treadmill worked best. Fast forward down the line and Moses now sits in the tank as I increase the water level, then knows exactly what to do, she said.

Once he has been walking for 13 minutes, I then lift him up, raise the water level further, and swim him for a couple of minutes to give him a full body workout.

Moses has become an old pro now, hes not only losing the pounds, hes toning up and getting into good shape, which has him moving around a lot more at home.

Stokes said that hes lost nearly four percent of his body weight in about six weeks, which she considers about the right speed.

The important thing is that his body shape is clearly changing as he loses the fat and builds back muscle. I am very proud of Moses progression; hes even walking with the incline on the treadmill now, she said.

Moses has always been a big cat but had gained a lot of weight over the last three years, said his owner, Jenna Joshi, a clinical nursing manager at the vets clinic.

Id been keeping him on a strict diet but this didnt help at all. He just was not interested in going outside, exercising or playing with toys. I asked my colleagues whether we could try hydrotherapy to help with his mobility and, hopefully, help him lose some weight, she said.

I could see a difference almost straightaway. It was difficult at first but now he doesnt complain and knows exactly what he needs to do when he goes for his sessions.

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Dr. Kenneth Cooper, 93, spoke at UT Tyler Health Science Center for National Public Health Week about the importance of exercise and the history of aerobics. Founder of the physical conditioning system that can improve health, Cooper is known as the Father of Aerobics and also owns the Cooper Clinic in Dallas.

When Cooper was in medical school in the 1950s, nutrition and fitness were not taught. In high school, he made all-state as a basketball player. However his dad actively discouraged him from continuing basketball and never went to his games. At that time, it was believed poeople could develop an enlarged heart from doing too much exercise, he said. His dad discouraged him because he thought he would die.

The theory was you get an athletic heart and thats when your heart gets larger, Cooper said. It gets muscular and then when you stop exercising it disburses the fat.

Cooper helped pioneer treadmill stress tests when he was in the United States Air Force while working with Nasa along with his colleague Dr. Bill Thornton. They developed a way to do them safely without an EKG (electrocardiogram). When he started doing them, people thought they were dangerous. He conducted treadmill stress tests for former president George W. Bush. He said they asked Bush if he wanted to continue multiple times. At one point the chief of cardiology said, Youre gonna kill the president, Cooper recalled.

Through the test they found he had 98% obstruction in his left anterior descending artery, LAD, also known as widowmaker, Cooper said.

If that blocks off, youre dead because thats where the heartbeat comes from, Cooper said. We saved his life. That was done within two hours.

At the event in Tyler, Cooper advised people to have a BMI under 25, exercise five days a week for 30 minutes, consume 5 to 10 servings of fruits and vegetables daily, limit alcohol to seven a week and not to use habit-forming drugs. He also advised against the use of tobacco. He recommended people take vitamins D3 and Omega-3s. He also encouraged stress control activities such as exercise, meditation and sleep. He recommends people do a comprehensive physical exam. For those over 50, they should be doing the exam annually. For those 40 to 50, they should be doing the exam every 12 to 18 months. For those 35 to 40, they should do a baseline exam.

76% of diseases are preventable and 45% of cancers are preventable, Cooper said. And no question about the benefits of an active lifestyle.

Cooper shared statistics from 1970-2015 regarding survival rate for women and men who follow Coopers recommendations. On average, the survival age for women is 94.4. The survival age for men is 86.5. This is higher than the average American at 77.

Dr. Jarrett Berry, who used to work at Cooper Clinic with Cooper and now works at UT Health East Texas North Campus, reached out to Cooper for the talk for National Public Health Week after Theresa Byrd, UT Tyler School of Health Professions Dean, asked him about getting him for the talk. She was excited for this talk since she had read his work and gone to various of his talks.

This is the first time Cooper came for a talk at UT Tyler. The first time Byrd met Cooper was 30 years ago.

I was really happy for people to hear this message that we really can prevent disease and we can lengthen our life and I think a lot of people do not know that, Byrd said. Theyre not gonna understand how important it is to keep moving.

For National Public Health Week, UT Tyler partnered with NET Health to conduct various events focused on public health. They emphasized nutrition and fitness. In East Texas, there are underlying factors contributing to the high health disparities.

We have a real problem in East Texas, we have an obesity problem [and] we have a smoking problem, Byrd said. Physical activity is very helpful for those things. Its hard to be physically active if youre smoking. Also, physical activity can help people decrease weight, just make them healthier overall. So I think its really important.

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At least the whole country music thing worked out for him

RileyGreenhas multiple #1 hits at country radio, Platinum and Gold records to his name, and is currently out on the road for his Aint My Last Rodeo tour, which has already sold over 200,000 tickets this year.

So yeah, like I said, a country music career has worked out just fine.

But initially, Riley was focused on sports, and he was actually the starting QB at Jacksonville State University from 2007 to 2009 after walking on. During that time, he started getting into playing music more, and ultimately, decided to try his hand at a music career.

Specifically, Riley once remembered a game his grandaddy was at where he took a big hit from a defensive end, which caused him to do three cartwheels, which also led his grandpa to give somebody hell on the other end of the field for I guess not throwing a flag on the play due to how hard Riley was hit.

Riley went on to say that, after coming to that one game, his grandpa encouraged him to start messin around with that guitar a little more, which is southern for This whole football thing is probably not going to work out and you should be exploring other options, in case you need a translation.

And during a quick interview with The Next Round during the the Regions Tradition Pro-Am golf tournament earlier this week, Riley admitted that he never even came close to graduating, and lasted maybe a semester or two after he started playing in local bars around Jacksonville.

He also told the hosts that he passed one class his very last semester which was aqua aerobics, one of those dumb electives they fore you to take:

I didnt get close to graduating I started playing in bars like, 2011, just quit going to close. I think I hung in there for another semester or two.

My last semester, I passed aqua aerobics, the only thing I passed.

And of course, thats really funny and makes me wonder what the other classes were, but my mind first went to wondering what it would be like to be in aqua aerobics class with Riley Green? A girl can dream, but I digress

Riley also explained that his academics were never really a focus of his, and before he started doing music, he was majoring in football:

I dont think I was gonna make it my academics were pretty limited.

I was majoring in football until I quit playing football, and then like I said, I started play in Brothers bar all those little spots. I couldnt make it to a 9:15 class.

It sounds like the odds of him ever graduating were low, not because he isnt intelligent but because he never really had the desire to do so.

And you certainly dont need a college degree to sell out arenas all over the country

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One might think there is limited room for innovation in the field of early morning personal alarm systems. After all, every smartphone is packed with a variety of features to help you get up in the morning.

However, local man Todd reckons that even the modern atmospheric, gently ascending tones cant hold a candle to how fast & consistently Aerobics Oz Style used to make him spring out of bed. He continued,

Mum knew I was a little crusty sock & tissue goblin so all she had to do was make sure the telly was loud enough at 6 am for me to hear the music for Aerobics Oz Style. I dont know who was up quicker me or my cretinous little adolescent pork chevup

We spoke to Todds mum who harnessed the power of his teenage thirst to her advantage in his school era. She told The Times,

Oh, he loved that show. It was his favourite which was unusual as I never really saw him trying to emulate the dances or anything. Hed just sit there glued to the screen eating his breakfast with a stupid look on his face

We asked Todd if he thought he was still conditioned to get up early for Aerobics Oz Style. He told The Times,

Honestly mate, all I need to know is that its scheduled to run. I wouldnt even need to hear it. I think I have a deep internal switch, like a survival mode, except its gawking at fitness models on the telly. Im not an animal mate, Im just a product of the 80s/90s

We reached out to Channel 10 to raise the point that bringing back the show at 6 am could be the failing broadcasterssaviour. Especially in this age of heightened awareness of the importance of physical fitness.

They declined to comment and said they were working on a new format where they get 15 of the worst attention-seekingshitcuntsyou know to compete in a reality TV version of the cult aerobics show.

We decided to end communications swiftly at that point.

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Denise Austin has been inspiring women to get fit and have fun for four decades. As one of the key figures of the '80s aerobics boom, she knows a thing or two about fitness trends and which exercises stand the test of time and at 65, Austin is still going strong. Her latest project is a 30-minute free workout on her YouTube channel, made in collaboration with SlimFast and inspired by her iconic workouts from the '80s. Things are just coming full circle now, she tells Womans World. I felt like I was back filming my exercise VHS tapes because I did so many of the same moves. Here, Austin discusses the reason retro workouts are making a comeback, how her daughter is following in her footsteps, and some ways we can all stay more positive and healthy going into the holiday season.

Austin has been delighted to see '80s workouts making a comeback and getting rediscovered by the younger generations. I love it. It brings me joy, she gushes. The colors are fun, and I have such happy memories of just starting [out]. The decade was a time of playful fashions and poppy music (some of Austins favorites were Cyndi Lauper, Donna Summer, and Michael Jackson) and, as she puts it, I think we need to bring more fun back into the world of fitness. We were always smiling. We need that right now. It's the perfect time to bring it all back.

Working out has changed a bit since then; women now wear sleek Lululemon leggings and play their own Spotify music via headphones at the gym, whereas it was Girls Just Want to Have Fun and leg warmers when I started in the early '80s, and aerobics had just started getting popular, Austin recalls. So, things are very different now. But in the same way, people just wanted to feel good and move, exercise, and get some energy. And that's always stayed the same throughout my 40 years in the fitness industry. People still want to have fun and enjoy fitness, but not do anything thats too much.

Austin points out that exercise has become even more valuable in todays tech-obsessed world. Movement really helps with your mind," she notes. "With the phones and all the social media, it's totally switched our thinking. We need to get outside of our environment and enjoy life and not be so worried about social media all the time. That's why I think the nostalgic part of the retro workout is so fun because it takes you away from all that.

Denises 29-year-old daughter, Katie Austin, is now a fitness guru in her own right; she has her own workout programs and an active social media presence. Katie can also be seen in the new SlimFast workout video, cheerfully moving alongside her mom. Katie may be a '90s kid, but she appreciates her moms '80s legacy, and has even posted some cute TikTok videos in which she poses in Denises old workout clothes. I saved everything, explains Austin. My workout leotards, my leg warmers, everything. I'm so happy I saved them. I have duffle bags filled with all that stuff. Katie finds great joy in that.

Katie was long destined to be in the fitness industry. I have two daughters," Austin shares. "My oldest is Kelly, and she's not as interested in this; she's more spiritual and into mental health. But Katie, even when she was a little girl, like 3 years old, would stand behind the cameras, and be doing it with me. Katie pursued athletics in college before deciding she wanted to work in fitness. I'm just so proud, Austin says. I love what she's doing. When they work out together, It doesnt feel like work, and it keeps me young.

Like mother, like daughter: Katie and Denise Austin during the filming of their SlimFast workout video.Courtesy of SlimFast

Austin has done all the exercise moves you can think of but what does she like best? My all-time favorite exercise would have to be something to do with the tummy, because its the center of your whole body and your abs are what keeps your spine healthy, Austin says. Her favorite move for that area is a dance-like twist, which you can see in her early videos from the '80s. Anything with a twist, I love, she proclaims. Her least favorite move? Understandably, the tricky push-up/leap hybrids known as burpees.

Austin has always been an advocate of integrating movement into your life in a casual way, and she insists that you don't need a professional set-up to get a good workout in. I do push-ups against a kitchen counter or my dining room table," she says. "I make my life easy. I don't try to overdo anything. I try to keep the fitness part very simplified, and not overthink it. I tell people 'you could do leg lifts right in your kitchen, because your muscles don't know if you're in a fancy gym or right there in your house.'

Austin believes that hearty exercise can be incorporated into your lifestyle at any age. We're all aging, so I want people to feel as though theyre never too old to begin, she declares. There are little things that you can do that aren't that hard to make yourself feel better. A walk is a wonderful thing to do, just to get the muscles going. Shes also a passionate advocate for talking about aging in a more affirmative light: People are so worried about how they're aging," she says. "But if you change your thinking to say, Hey, I'm alive, I want to move, I want to do things, that's the way to think.

One of Austins best-known qualities is her infectious positive energy. When asked about how she remains in such an optimistic mind-frame, she explains, I am grateful every day. I truly believe in having a healthy mind and body, and I think exercise helps get rid of stress and tension. Looking back at her long career clearly provides Austin with plenty of fulfillment, too: I believe what I've been doing all these years really did pay off," she says. "When you're grateful you don't have time to be grouchy. Austin's penchant for celebrating the little wins in life and not letting the failures get to her might be genetic, as she also credits her mother for her upbeat attitude. She was always really positive and found joy in the little things in life, and I think I take after her," she muses.

While working out can be intimidating particularly if you dont do it regularly Austin believes that you shouldn't let that hold you back. Even 10 minutes of movement will help your mind and body, anything to get up and get the circulation going," she recommends. "Try not to sit for so long. Enjoy what you do, and it will never feel like you're working. Clearly, whether youre following a neon-tinged '80s workout or a minimalist modern one, the most important thing is that you take pleasure in the moves. Maybe with the right attitude, we could all feel (and look!) as good as Austin.

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MANILA, Philippines Expect another high-risk, high-reward performance from the National University Pep Squad as it seeks to regain its lost glory in the UAAP Cheerdance Competition on Saturday at Mall of Asia Arena.

After falling down to third place last May in a limited three-minute performance with just performers and without the presence of drums, NU Pep Squad coach Ghicka Bernabe said they will make the fans inside the MOA Arena dance with their cheer-obics theme cheerdance and aerobics this time.

We focused on dance this tournament. In the previous competitions we lacked in dancing but this time we exerted extra time on that. Our performance is very alive, because in cheer-obics or aerobics theres no chance to have a sad or fierce moment, said Bernabe in Filipino. The audience, not only the old ones but also the young ones, will enjoy our routine because even us, coaches, were dancing while watching them perform and hearing music from the 80s and 90s.

The NU Pep squad will perform seventh after the defending champion FEU Pep Squads Francis Magalona-themed routine.

With the league reverting to the pre-pandemic tournament format with a maximum of 25 performers and a 5-6 minutes routine including the presence of drums before a full-capacity arena, the NU coach said it will be the same fast-paced cheering squad that set the standard in the past decade, winning six of the last eight seasons.

I feel that our routine is more lively and in terms of difficulty, its still difficult and fast pacing. But I would say Im very proud of the dance segments because if they made us coaches dance it means they share their energy with the spectators. Thats the goal, we have to make the crowd dance, she said.

FILE NU coach Ghicka Bernabe.

Last May, Bernabe couldnt stop wondering about the change in the judging system as the NU PEP Squads 90s-themed routine only scored 681 points with a six-point penalty and deduction, finishing behind champion FEU Cheering Squad and runner-up Adamson Pep Squad.

In the second midseason extravaganza this year, the multi-titled coach admitted they tried to adjust their routine based on the standards of the previous season, but the team couldnt hide its fast-paced nature.

Thats why they decided to stick to their character.

We tried, we actually tried to slow down the routine and to downgrade the difficulty. You all know that I have other coaches with me, our goal right after the performance was to slow down. But in the process of doing the routine, it didnt come up, its the same NU. So we decided to stick to where NU Pep Squad is known, said Bernabe.

After failing to complete a three-peat six months ago, Bernabe said her cheerleaders are out to redeem themselves from that heartbreak with a lively routine.

Its actually heartbreaking for everyone and to motivate them is to keep the faith because, for me as their coach and their number one fan, I believe the team has become stronger. Everyone is well-bonded and I have senior members who stayed with the team because our goal is to win back the championship, Bernabe said.

We are challenged this season, we all know that we didnt land on the same spot last season but at least now we prepared well and worked really hard for this season. Praying for the best performance, she added.

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Cancun is a popular and well-loved destination for a winter getaway. With its sparkling beaches, crystal clear waters, and no shortage of high-quality, all-inclusive resorts, its no wonder as to why. With so many great resort options to choose from, you might have a hard time narrowing it down. Here are 6 all-inclusive resorts in Cancun that wont disappoint.

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Most women are either tied up with balancing their professional life with their personal one or are busy with never-ending household chores. Many dont even get time for themselves and indulge in activities like exercise. As they grow older and they know that their kids will do alright without them, they decide to involve in things that theyd probably never thought of. For instance, focusing on their physical fitness. The first step is to think that yes, you will start working out today. The next thing to think about is which exercises women over 60 can do!

Exercising is not easy irrespective of the age, but it can be especially intimidating for women over the age of 60 who have never worked out before. This can be especially true for those who have underlying health issues or have only led a sedentary lifestyle.

Worry not as exercising can be an incredibly beneficial and enjoyable experience. You just need to know the right approach. So, Health Shots connected with fitness trainer Varun Rattan, Co-founder of The Body Science Academy, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, to find out what women of over 60 need to keep in mind before taking up exercising.

If you are new in the world of exercising or didnt take it up as you have an interest in it then youll think of ways to skip it one or two times in a week. But its best not to do that and regularly exercise as it can help to improve physical and mental health, increase mobility, and reduce the risk of chronic diseases. Rattan added, It also empowers them as they can maintain their independence. Exercising also provides a sense of well-being.

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You dont have to straight away hit the gym. Senior citizens can enjoy walking, which is one of the least demanding forms of exercise, according to the expert. It is also one of the most accessible exercises, so you cant come up with an excuse not to do it.

Like to swim? Then try this. Water is known for supporting your joints, so water exercises are perfect for those with arthritis or other joint problems, said the trainer. Among various things, water aerobics help in building strength, flexibility, and balance. You can get all these benefits without putting excessive strain on your body.

Once you grow older, you might face muscle atrophy, which happens when muscles waste away.

According to Rattan, strength training one of the best methods for countering the effects of muscle atrophy in older people. It can help increase bone mineral density, insulin sensitivity, and help them manage weight.

A lot has been researched on yoga and its health benefits, and Rattan said that studies have shown that yoga can provide neurological and mental health benefits. It can also maintain physical mobility as well as functional independence in seniors.

Tai chi might look complicated as it is an internal Chinese martial art that is often practiced for defense training. But the expert said that it is one of the excellent choices for older adults who want to improve balance.

As women age, their bodies become more fragile and prone to injury. While it is important to stay active as we grow older, it is also necessary to know which exercises are a big no-no.

It demands exceptional grip in addition to strong arms, back, and legs. Finger injuries and tears in the rotator cuff and meniscus are common in rock climbing, shared Rattan.

It might cause low back pain, or might accidentally smash their knees on floor.

Theres an increased risk of tripping over the rope or suffering an ankle or knee injury or low back pain.

Repeated flexion and extension of the lumbar region can cause low back pain while performing crunches.

They put a lot of stress on the wrists and neck. Since the risk here is higher than the reward, its best to avoid it, suggested the trainer.

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HADLEY Signs containing narratives and graphics to inform visitors and residents about Hadley history are expected to be placed around town in the coming months.

On Tuesday, the Planning Board unanimously approved the concept for the four, 2-foot tall by 3-foot wide signs, subject to additional permission that would be granted by the Select Board and building commissioner.

Historical Commission Chairwoman Diana West explained that the signs, made from black powder coated aluminum, will provide details about a particular area of town and associated historical sites. One side will have the information in English and the other side will have the information in Spanish.

The locations chosen for the educational signs are near the Hockanum Schoolhouse on Route 47, the Goodwin Building on Middle Street in town center, the West Street Common at the Norwottuck Rail Trail and in North Hadley on the traffic island formed at Mount Warner Road and River Drive.

The idea, West said, is to have places where people will be enticed to stop and then safely pull over their vehicles to read the signs.

The project has been developed in recent years with assistance from consultant Berkshire Design Group of Northampton. While originally the commission had planned to have more signs, West said a decision was made to have a more limited scope.

In other business, the board approved signs for The Aerobics and Fitness Studio, a business that is being run by Kim Davidson at 220 Russell St., and for the Hot Table restaurant, 344 Russell St.

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