Something interesting is happening in our society regarding health and fitness. For years, the spotlight was on extremes. High intensity. Fast results. Six-pack abs. People thought exercise was only for the young and Hollywood-style sexy. But now, thanks to people like you, the focus is shifting to something smarter, more sustainable, and healthier for everyone. […]
What’s the best kind of exercise to support a longer, healthier life? Cardio? Stretching? Lifting weights? Turns out the answer is yes, yes, yes — and more! That’s according to a major Harvard study that found that exercise variety influences life expectancy more than any single activity. Researchers analyzed 30 years of data from more than 100,000 […]
February is National Cancer Prevention Month, and World Cancer Day is February 4. It’s a good time to talk about something that doesn’t get nearly enough attention: muscle loss during cancer treatment. For many people with cancer, losing muscle affects treatment, quality of life, and outcomes. Severe muscle and weight loss, known as cancer cachexia, […]
“Stand up straight! Stop slouching!” We all used to hear that as children, right? It’s even more important now, later in life. Parents might tell their kids to correct their posture more to instill pride and project confidence. But good posture is about a lot more at this stage of life. As we age, our […]
More people say they have control over their physical health and mobility as they age than over their mental health and appearance, according to new research from the Pew Institute. “Three-in-ten say people have at least a fair amount of control over the aging process overall, with adults ages 65 and older among the most […]
Your body is remarkably adaptable based on what you ask it to do. And to keep getting stronger, it needs the right kind of challenge over time. That’s the idea behind progressive overload, a principle in strength training programs that often involves increasing the weight you lift, the reps, or the intensity. Exercise scientists have […]
You don’t have to spend a fortune or every moment at the gym to feel, move, and look better at any age. Just practice these common-sense habits, commonly known today as “self-care.” You might read this list and say, “Well, of course!” But print it out and keep it handy until you’ve incorporated all these […]
New research shows that just about a third of Americans 65 and older say their physical health is excellent or very good. And about 22% report difficulty with everyday physical activities such as walking, climbing stairs, and carrying groceries. That’s according to the Pew Research Center this month. It surveyed 8,750 U.S. adults of all […]
Have you ever wondered what practical use your workouts have in daily life? You’re not alone. Plenty of us look at someone doing bicep curls or bench presses and think, Why would I want to do that? That’s where functional fitness comes in. This kind of training focuses on movements that mirror the tasks you do every day […]
Did you see the recent article in Time magazine headlined, Why Strength Training Is the Best Anti-Ager? It starts, “If you want to age well, you probably already know the basics: eat a balanced diet, go for walks, stay socially engaged. But there’s one habit that experts say matters just as much — and in […]
