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We began living in Nashville, Tennessee, in 2018. I’m a Japanese-Canadian, having migrated from Canada in 2011. This blog started from my passion for self-improvement, which is deeply rooted in the Japanese concept of “Kaizen.” The word “Kaizen” is widely used in Japan, where I was born and raised. My husband affectionately calls me a “bookworm” because I always read. Every Sunday, I post about whatever projects or thoughts I’m currently focused on.

There are two contributors to this blog. My husband will post a blog every other day, sharing his journey. Just before turning 35, he suffered a severe stroke that left him mostly paralyzed. After intense rehabilitation, he made a remarkable recovery, regaining full mobility. Today, he can run even better than before. His story reminds me constantly of how essential it is to practice “Kaizen” in everyday life. Last year, I invited him to share some of his personal journals here, and his perspective has enriched our content.

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How Strength Training Boosts Brain Health

Day 81 of 100 Days Muscle Resistance Workout Challenge Focus Topics: Strength training boosts brain health. Discover how strength training improves brain health, memory, and coordination. Learn how resistance exercises boost neuroplasticity and support cognitive function as you age. Learning Material: Strength training boosts brain health When people think about strength training, they imagine biceps, …

Morning vs Evening Stretching: Why the Difference?

Brian’s fitness journal after a brain stroke Let me tell you about my complicated relationship with Morning vs. evening stretching. It started last Christmas, when my father gifted me a stretching machine. Very thoughtful. Very assembly-required. I finally got around to building it in early January, and I do mean finally, because the manual was …

Strength That Extends Your Life: How Resistance Training Boosts Longevity and Health

Day 80 of 100 Days Muscle Resistance Workout Challenge Focus Topics: Resistance Training Boosts Longevity. Discover how resistance training improves longevity, heart health, bone density, and brain function. Learn why strength training is essential for a longer, healthier life. Learning Material: Resistance Training Boosts Longevity Most people think resistance training is for building muscle or …

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