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 […]
Struggling to get a good night’s sleep? You’re not alone. Studies show that up to half of mature adults report trouble sleeping – falling asleep, waking up at night, or not feeling rested in the morning. Insomnia can take a serious toll. It’s linked to higher risks of depression, anxiety, and metabolic issues. Plus, it’s […]
Paul Weigel, a marathon runner and triathlete, was 43 when he was diagnosed with stage III colorectal cancer 11 years ago. Now, he’s cancer-free and has written a book called “Iron Dad” for his daughter, who was a newborn when he began his cancer fight. “I swam, biked, and ran with my chemo drugs in a backpack,” […]
Two factors come into play when it comes to inspirational athletes: achievements and motivation. Consider Rita Hanscom, 70, who won the gold medal and set an American record in the pentathlon for women in her age group last month at the USA Track & Field Masters Indoor Championships in Florida. That’s the achievement. Here’s the […]
If the eyes are the soul’s window, skin is the door to our health. That’s how Dr. Mary Alice Mina, a dermatologist, sees it because our health shows up on our skin. “I can see whether someone has diabetes or if there’s a problem with blood vessels or lung function,” says Mina. “Skin health is […]
“Hey, Susan – want to go exercise later?” “No, thanks, Diane – but I’d love to get in some movement if you’re up for that.” Huh? What’s going on between these two friends? One wants to exercise, but the other is only interested in movement. What about “physical activity,” “training,” “keeping fit,” or any of […]
Menopause brings a lot of changes—some expected, some not so much. Many women don’t know that strength training can help them stay independent and feel their best. Here’s why it’s a must after menopause. 1. Keeps Your Muscles StrongEver notice how everyday tasks, like carrying groceries, get harder? That’s because muscle naturally declines with age, and […]
Malcolm Miller recalls clearly that he was driving with his wife, son, and two dogs in the car, stopping at a red light to enter the interstate, and then his wife saying, “Malcolm, go – the light turned green.” But that’s it. “I blacked out. I don’t remember anything,” Malcolm, now 64, says about the […]
Fit people make better lovers. It’s true at any age, even later in life. And it shouldn’t surprise anyone. If you’re stronger, more agile, and have better stamina, then chances are you’re going to have a more satisfying sex life – and help your partner have one, too. Scientific research backs this up. In one […]
Everyone says they want to stay “young at heart.” But are they willing to lift weights to do it? Conventional wisdom has long held that running is better for heart health than weightlifting. Some research says that’s not so. For example, in one survey, scientists looked at the health records of 4,000 people. They concluded that, while both forms of exercise lower […]
