We all know that regular exercise is great for your mental and physical health. However, a lot of people struggle to maintain a regular exercise routine or they see exercise as a chore that they don’t want to do. Team sports in general can be a great motivator because they provide a social outlet to […]
How to Fight Food Waste
Food waste is a massive issue in the United States. Approximately 30 to 40 percent of our food rots in landfills when it could otherwise go to families who need it. Not to mention that this waste costs our economy billions of dollars while wasting energy, labor, and contributing to climate change. One organization that […]
Nonprofit Rehabilitating Birds
Protecting the world’s biodiversity is the key to a sustainable future. This organization is working to protect our ecosystem by rehabilitating sick and inured birds. Walter C. Crawford Jr. founded World Bird Sanctuary in 1977. Aaron Umen is a tennis enthusiast and dedicated volunteer. He currently plays on the men’s tennis team at Case Western […]
How to Find Your Purpose Through Volunteering
Many people struggle to find what their purpose is. For some, it’s helping people. For others, it’s dedicating their time to their passions. Believe it or not, there are many ways you can achieve both purpose and helping others in your community. Many people are interested in volunteering to develop roots and purpose in their […]
How to Prevent These 4 Common Tennis Injuries
Just like with any physical activity, there is always the chance of getting injured. With tennis, the most common injuries happen to the elbow, wrist, knees, and toes. Tennis enthusiast Aaron Umen gives his advice on how to prevent these four common injuries. You may have heard of “tennis elbow,” and this is a common […]
Bird Migration in Colorado
Did you know that you can help birds migrate? Aaron Umen, a volunteer at World Bird Sanctuary, explains how: Residents of Colorado are being urged to ‘kill the lights.’ Why? Because turning off your outdoor night lights can actually help birds migrate properly. Experts have estimated that more than 12 million birds are in the […]