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Stronger, Longer: The Critical Role of Protein in Aging

Diving into the critical role of protein for mid-life and older men and women, especially those aiming to shed body fat and bolster muscle and bone strength, is like exploring a crucial piece of a puzzle for their overall health. Protein isn’t just a building block for muscles; it’s the foundation of a well-rounded diet […]

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You’re Never Too Old to Benefit from Strength Training

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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Busting the Myth: Exercise and Arthritis

Arthritis, with its joint pain and stiffness, is more than just an occasional discomfort; it’s a significant global health concern, affecting over 350 million people. It’s the number one cause of disability worldwide, often leading to a diminished quality of life. Yet there exists a pervasive myth: that exercise could make arthritis worse. Let’s tackle

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Fitness After Fifty Facts to Fuel Your Fire

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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Ladies – Strength Training Won’t Make You Bulky

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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Easy Ways to Get Enough Protein After 50

Our bodies keep changing as we age, and we need to pay attention to what we eat in new ways. Especially if we want to remain strong enough to live independently in our later years. For example, after age 50 or so, people need to eat a little more protein than before. Yet this is

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Staying Fit Enough to Function in Everyday Life

You already know lots of reasons why you should exercise regularly. And maybe you shake your head and say, “Not for me.” Maybe you don’t want to look, feel, and move better; manage your blood pressure; prevent Type 2 diabetes, etc. Are You Fit Enough to Function? But have you thought about being able to

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What Muscle Means to You after 50

What does it mean to have muscle? And what will muscle mean to you after fifty? When we were kids, we probably thought of athletes and superheroes. In our 20s, we might have associated muscle with lots of weightlifting in the gym and young men with bulging physiques. But later in life, we need to

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