We love this subject and never get tired of sharing the good news: Scientific evidence shows the link between exercise and a lower risk of developing dementia. Two of the latest studies are among the most dramatic we’ve seen in a while. One paper published recently in Neurology looked at 38 studies that followed […]
Remember in school when the health teacher warned you about drinking? She probably said something like: Alcohol kills brain cells, and YOU NEVER GET NEW BRAIN CELLS. Scary stuff. Well, guess what? It’s not true about never getting new brain cells – although your life choices affect your brain health and your risk of developing […]
Pickleball just keeps growing and growing – in popularity and in media attention. It’s beyond trendy now, with some 5 million people playing, many of them active agers over 50 – and beyond. So, it’s important to point out something that many folks might not realize: Gym workouts make you a better pickleball player. It’s […]
Was it Freud who said we can’t get through the day without telling ourselves seven little lies?Or was it a magazine quiz we read in the dentist’s office? Doesn’t matter! The point is: We all love to tell ourselves “harmless” fibs to avoid doing something we know we “should” do. It’s easier than confronting the […]
Oh, yeah! Let’s bust another myth about fitness over 50, thanks to a global study that found that “time-rich” Baby Boomers exercise more than Gen-Z. Data revealed that people 57 to 70 exercised an average of 215 minutes per week. That’s way more than Generation Z, which includes young adults 18-24. The Global State of Mind […]
Work It Out: 5 Facts about Low Back Pain If you suffer from chronic pain in your low back, you are not alone. Not by a long shot. Unfortunately, low back pain is widespread, and it’s often hard to figure out why it’s happening or how to feel better. Too many people reflexively turn to […]
Here are more questions we’re often asked about exercise after age 50. Let us know of any other questions you have! We are happy to answer them.Question: Older people don’t need to lift weights, right?Answer: Wrong! Resistance training is ESSENTIAL for everyone as we age, for many reasons that are indisputable. Humans start to lose muscle mass […]
When it comes to home workout equipment, we often think of big, expensive, and trendy options. But don’t forget how powerful the small, simple, and inexpensive tools can be, too. Fitness bands are among the hottest items, with sales skyrocketing during the pandemic. Smart individuals over 50 should continue to drive sales. It’s easy to […]
Here’s good news for mature women who think obesity is just part of their DNA. It turns out that exercise lowers their risk of obesity, according to a new study. Researchers analyzed data from 8,200 women of European ancestry in their 70s. They determined that genetic influences on obesity are strongest in inactive women – […]
Want to play a game of “What’s the Point?” It goes like this. Think of all the times you’ve said “What’s the Point” of doing the right thing for yourself, your family, and your community. Like this: Can you relate? Of course. We call can. So, in the interests of stating the obvious so that […]
