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48 | SUN LAKES LIFESTYLES | MARCH 2021 | Table Tennis/Ping Pong Well here we are, a year into restricted use of most indoor activities at our clubhouses. Of course this includes our group. except for a short time (1 to 1 1/2 weeks ) when Riverside County allowed some indoor activities. Anyhow, this article is being written on Feb. 4 since it has to be submitted by tomorrow. I talked to the Recreation Dept. earlier this week and they have no new information as to reopening of the indoor activities. Therefore again I say STAY SAFE - STAY HEALTHY. We hope to be back playing in the near future. Lastly, since this article needs to be submitted almost a month before residents receive their March issue, I will email any new information I may receive before then. Thirty four teams signed up for the Winter Fun Run. We got 'weathered' out the first week, but got the games in the second week! We're using the same format we used for the Fall Fun Run — two teammates from each team at one end of the court and the other two at the other end of the court. Each of them throws two balls per turn. There is no changing of ends until one team reaches eight points and they only change ends once per game. It was very successful in the Fall and many of the players liked the format, particularly those with limited mobility. Masks are mandatory and social distancing on the benches is practiced. The referees keep the score. We will keep you all apprised of what's happening through emails. If we don't have your email address, let us know and we'll add it to our list. Give Dutch a call at (951) 845-0392. At this point we have no idea what the spring season will bring. Let us hope this pandemic eases off and we can resume our competitive games! Meanwhile stay safe! Friends of Bocce Friday mornings, 9 am in the North Clubhouse. Cost is only $5 per week (or $20 per month). Tai Chi (Tie-Chee) is an ancient Chinese tradition that, today, is practiced as a graceful form of exercise. It involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner and accompanied by deep breathing. Originally developed for self-defense, Tai Chi has evolved into a graceful form of exercise that's now used for stress reduction and a variety of other health conditions. Often described as meditation in motion, Tai Chi promotes serenity through gentle, flowing movements. The tradition of Tai Chi dates back to at least the 15th century in China, and the practice is based on the belief that balancing the opposite forces in the body (known as yin and yang) will encourage the flow of chi (energy) through the body to promote health. You may also find Tai Chi appealing because it's inexpensive and requires no special equipment. Tai Chi can be done anywhere, alone or in a group class. If you're looking for a way to reduce stress, consider Tai Chi and join fellow Sun Lakers in developing strength in balance, stamina, and flexibility. Info, Dee Coughtry, (951) 381-4919. Tai Chi

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