JONES: Work muscles that work together, together

I appreciate your information and always look forward to your articles. My question might be too basic for an entire column but I’m wondering if you could tell me the best way to divide up my exercises during my strength training workouts. When I don’t feel like doing a full body workout, how should I split up the muscles? Mahalo!

JONES: A super solid solution for strains, sprains

For most people, working out and getting in shape can occur safely and soundly. Yes, contrary to the popular expression, gain with no pain is actually possible. With that being said, all physical activities do pose at least some inherent risk.

Pedal to the Meadow takes off Saturday from Kekaha

KEKAHA — Registration for the Pedal to the Meadow bicycle hill climb race is open online by visiting www.PedaltotheMeadow. com. Entry fees vary by deadline, and the required one day, or annual racing license can be purchased during the online registration.

ERSOY: Lose fat faster and more enjoyably part 2

In the previous column, I explained how to lose fat without necessarily losing scale weight, which is actually quite a different process. When you apply Zone 2 level training and push your body, you’re most likely to lose body fat and get stronger and leaner. Besides, you will also of course get all the other health benefits I mentioned in my last column. There are some strategies though that can help you optimize fat oxidation during Zone 2 training.

JONES: 7 second stretch: facilitating flexibility

My previous two columns covered the general benefits of flexibility and the specific advantages of Eccentrics in Stretching, aka “proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation.” If you need to catch up, all of my columns are available at the website listed below.

Hands-on public health in Lihu‘e

LIHU‘E — Lynette Medrano-Stine, and Acting Director Lori Almarza of Kaua‘i United Way both knew something big was happening at the state Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office on ‘Umi Street in Lihu‘e on Thursday, April 6, 2023.

JONES: Flexibility: Are they stretching the truth?

I’ve been exercising most of my life and have always performed cardio and strength training. I now realize that I should probably start stretching a lot more than I do, which is essentially zero. I always run out of time at the end of my workouts. Please help!

ERSOY: Is erythritol safe for you?

Erythritol is a sugar alcohol and one of the most commonly used artificial sweeteners with good reason. It has a low calorie content and minimal effect on blood glucose (sugar) levels for most people.

Public health fair set for Thursday

LIHU‘E — After working closely with the state Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office, more specifically Kaua‘i District Health Officer Dr. Janet Berreman, and Deputy District Health Officer Lauren Guest, through the COVID-19 pandemic, the Office of the Mayor and the Kaua‘i County Council jointly issued a proclamation announcing National Public Health Week.

JONES: Eating like a horse on the Garden Island

Mahalo for sticking with me throughout this three-part answer. As you’ll hopefully recall, my previous two columns covered my first two principles for Super Sustenance: 1. Eat Fruit First, Before Anything. 2. Eat Veggies First, Before Anything Else.

ERSOY: Is organic food worth the price?

I personally buy organic as much as possible, for a variety of reasons. I understand though that many people think that it’s not necessary to consume organic produce and question whether it’s really worth paying more.