Research shows there are good reasons for romantic couples to work out together. For example, Psychology Today reports five ways it can help a romantic pairing. Plus, exercise is fun – at least, it should be fun. And who doesn’t want to enjoy good times with their significant other? It’s good to develop gym friendships and create […]
Sergio and Debora met when they were 13. This summer, they’ll celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary. Over the decades, they’ve raised three children, enjoyed successful careers, and spent as much time together as possible. And in the last 12 years, they have been dedicated to working out to stay strong and prevent health issues as they […]
Inflammation is a natural body function that protects us from injury and illness. But if it goes on too long, it can become harmful, especially among “older” adults. Chronic inflammation is linked to a wide range of health issues, including cancer, heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, depression, and Alzheimer’s. Exercise, not smoking, and staying at a proper […]
What’s on your “bucket list” of things you want to do at least once in life? We all have a list with items like these on it. The “bucket list” idea is a fun way to make plans or just daydream. It’s so common that Hollywood even made a movie with the title starring Jack […]
An interesting phrase you don’t hear daily is “compression of morbidity.” Sounds dreadful. But it’s something everyone wants: to have all our age-related illnesses come in as short a time as possible at the end of life. In other words, it means living well right up until the end. The ultimate example is being healthy […]
Sometimes, when we’re stuck, it takes a loved one’s guidance to help us take the first step toward reaching a goal. It can be that way with fitness over 50, whether the loved one is a spouse, friend – or even an adult child. Fitness has a way of bringing people closer together. Take Sandy Bauer, 77, who […]
Vince spent decades working in the oil fields of Alaska’s Prudhoe Bay. Now, in semi-retirement at 66, he keeps strong at the gym and enjoys adventures like snowmachining in the mountains. “I love being outdoors and doing physical things – always have,” says Vince. “I need to stay in good shape. I’m not ready to […]
They say an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, and that’s just one reason that working out should be a part of your ongoing health care. Like regular doctor exams, cancer screenings, dental cleanings, blood work, and other routine procedures mature adults should be doing regularly. Too many people skip out on […]
Have you ever felt so exhausted that you all needed a good night’s sleep? Everyone has. Maybe especially after the holidays! But have you ever felt exhausted, even after plenty of shut-eye? We wrongly think that “rest” means “sleep,” when there’s more to it than that. So says Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, author of “Sacred Rest: […]
January is always about making lifestyle choices and backing them up with actions. And so far this year, we’re seeing continued interest in temporary abstinence from alcohol (Dry January) and going meatless (Veganuary); news about how much life cigarettes cost; and annual rankings from a leading consumer advocate of the most effective diets. Let’s dive […]
