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  1. Travel + Fitness = Ongoing Discovery

    Do you enjoy travel? Maybe you’ve been looking forward to this time of life to see more of the world? An educational travel organization for mature adults is gearing up for a big summer. Whether you connect with Road Scholar or go on your own or with others, the 50-year-old group is promoting a multitude of great […]


  2. Want to Feel Better? Then Move More!

    Do you want to feel better? And move better, too? Of course you do – everyone does. It’s one of the biggest motivators for getting fit after 50 or staying fit later in life. People start to complain that their back hurts or that they feel stiff in the morning. But those who feel good […]


  3. Fitness after 50: Frequently Asked Questions

    Here are some of the questions we’re often asked regarding exercise after age 50. Let us know of any other questions you have! We are happy to answer them. Question: Will lifting weights make me big and bulky?Answer: No! Strength training is absolutely essential to healthy living as we get older. We’re not talking about body building. […]


  4. Exercise Helps Punch Back against Parkinson’s

    Sheri knew something was wrong. She’d always been active, particularly enjoying daily walks. But lately, her balance and posture had been off. Her knees jerked, and her hands trembled. So, when her doctor diagnosed her with Parkinson’s disease last year, it was almost a relief.“At least now I knew,” says Sheri, 73. She started an […]


  5. Healthy Recipe: Quick Energy Bites

    Ever have one of those days where you’re rushing from one thing to the next, and suddenly you realize… you’re starving?  Maybe it’s between work meetings, right before picking up grandkids from school, or halfway through your afternoon errands. Instead of reaching for something sugary (and dealing with the inevitable crash), we’ve got your new […]


  6. A Day to Start Walking to Health

    Wednesday, April 2, is National Walking Day, a celebration promoted by the American Heart Association to encourage people to get up and move. We’re all for anything that helps folks take that first step toward better health. And don’t worry if the day came and went. You can make every day one step! Here are […]


  7. All about Your Posterior Chain

    Picture this: Your grandchild runs toward you, arms outstretched. You bend down to scoop him up—except your back twinges, your knees protest, and you struggle to stand tall. Sound familiar? Or maybe you catch yourself slouching, with that rounded back that makes you look and even feel older than you are. Both are common signs that your posterior chain—the […]


  8. Don’t Sweat It: Simple Facts about Perspiration

    Ah, perspiration… Do you hate getting sweaty? Or do you wear it proudly as glistening proof of your effort? Lots of people think that more sweat shows you’re working harder. But it’s not that simple. First and foremost, sweat helps regulate body temperature. When your internal thermostat heats up — whether from a workout or a […]


  9. Resistance Training, Really? REALLY!

    After age 50 or so, many people start to gain weight, develop high blood pressure, and become frailer and weaker by the day. Plus, we have universal fears that getting older means we’ll be likely to fall and develop dementia, losing our independence in life. But what if we told you about a miracle drug […]


  10. 5 Protein Sources That Aren’t Meat

    Suppose you’re working out, eating right, and aiming to stay healthy after 50. One simple change that can significantly impact is cutting back on red and processed meats. Research shows they’re linked to heart disease, cancer, and even a shorter lifespan.  But plenty of tasty, affordable protein options are better for your body (and often […]



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