Tuvizo — March 2015

Image credit: Flickr user Jiri Cech CYCLING Visually impaired or blind cyclists are enjoying cycling in many parts of the world through riding stoker on a tandem.  Stokers sit at the back of the bike and they greatly increase the speed of the tandem and are considered the power behind the throne.  The captain is the sighted guy at the front who is responsible for the steering, gears and brakes.  Until the stoker and the captain get used to each other’s riding styles, the captain will give a running commentary on the scenery, bends, holes in the road and the general...

Creating a new life is exciting and an enormous responsibility for all Moms-to-be.  In an ideal world, Moms-to-be should follow a good fitness and health routine for at least twelve months before they intend being pregnant, however, life often gets in the way of the best laid plans.  Whether you are an exercise bunny or you haven’t done any exercise in a while, regular pregnant exercises will benefit both you and baby. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists says, “A woman’s overall health, including obstetric and medical risks, should be evaluated before prescribing an exercise programme.  Generally, the participation in...

People living in developing countries often have no access to public transport. Frequently there just isn’t a public transport system, especially in remote, rural areas, or they cannot afford it. This means many hours spent walking to and from school, leaving little time to study in daylight.  In some areas, sick people can spend days walking to a clinic.   The local health workers also waste valuable time walking to villages in their area. People spend hours walking to work, fetching wood and carrying water.  A bike can save a life by quickly summoning help. Having the freedom of mobility changes...