Here’s a gift from the world of science to anyone thinking about whether exercise and aging go together: you’re never too old to benefit from strength training. If you’re afraid to try strength training, or if you think you’re too old or too banged up or too fragile… well, think again. You’re Never Too Old […]
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When it comes to fitness after fifty, some topics are just timeless and deserve our constant attention. These four subjects are not only relevant but also crucial, whether you’re considering starting a fitness routine or you’re already on your fitness journey. No. 1: The Importance of Muscle If you want to age gracefully, maintain your
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Here’s a “good news, bad news” situation. The good news: More people over 65 are exercising than ever before. The bad news: The percentage of mature adults who are physically active remains low – so low, in fact, that the US government calls it a “public health concern.” I couldn’t agree more. I’m doing everything
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If you think it’s expensive to eat right and exercise regularly, just consider the cost of being cheap with your health. It’s Cheaper to be Healthy Than It Is to be Sick For example, some people drink so many sodas that eliminating them could save almost $1,000 a year. That’s not a typo. I hear
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Let me set the record straight; ladies, strength training won’t make you bulky. Too many myths cloud the topics of aging and fitness. They keep people from living a healthy lifestyle, and most come from younger people and society at large. But there’s one super-persistent myth that people over 50 perpetuate themselves. To be more
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Did you know that the busy holiday season can be a great time to start exercising? “I don’t have time.” “I’m too busy.” “Maybe later when there’s not so much going on.” I hear this throughout the year. “I don’t have time” is a leading reason people don’t exercise. Busy Times Can Be the Best
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The holidays are a great opportunity for “quality time” between grandparents and grandkids. And that includes physical activity. In fact, all year long, people over 50 say that being strong for their grandchildren is their No. 1 reason for staying fit – or for wanting to get fit in the first place. Being an active
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Fitness goals drive Jerry M. They compel him to accomplish athletic feats that most people wouldn’t attempt – let alone most people who are 76 years old. “If I just went to the gym to exercise without also having a goal in mind, I’m not sure how much progress I would make – in my
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If you’re thinking about alpine skiing this winter, now is the time to start to get ready for the ski slopes in the gym. Actually, late summer would have been the best time to start, but the second best time is NOW. Stamina, strength and flexibility are key to being in peak skiing condition. Talk
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Want to know some secrets about awesome active aging? Everyone wants a “magic bullet” about healthy living and staying fit. But the truth is, there simply isn’t one. Still, successful active agers do share a few traits, along with the basics of exercising regularly; eating well; sleeping enough; and managing stress. Here are 5 truths
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