Origin of the name Lincoln: Transferred use of the surname derived from the city of Lincoln in northeastern England. The name is found written in Latin in the 7th century as Lindum Colonia, which is probably a Latinate rendering of the Welsh llyn (lake, pool) and the Latin colonia (colony). From A World of Baby Names by Teresa Norman.
Yoga Regimen Can Improve Balance, Mobility For Elderly People. Yoga can be effective in reducing the risk of falls and promoting independence in older age. New Delhi: Participation in yoga programmes can improve balance and boost physical mobility of people aged over 60 years, a study today claimed.
Elderly people are often more frail and susceptible to illness. This can mean diabetes-related complications are more common and harder to manage. Furthermore, exercise and adapting a diet can be more difficult for elderly people, and problems can arise in these areas.