How do you want to be remembered? What legacy are you trying to leave for your children and grandchildren or your friends or community? It’s a critical question facing many people later in life, and it can motivate us to take positive action. That’s what happened with Gary Stewart about 15 years ago. From One […]
Think for a moment before answering this question: Do you want to live as long as possible? Or … Do you want to live WELL for as long as possible? There’s a big difference. And the difference is getting a lot of attention in the medical, healthcare, and fitness communities. It’s the distinction between “lifespan” […]
Why should you work out regularly? For big muscles? To lose weight? To beat your brother-in-law at golf? Sure, all of those are good reasons for some people. But what about working out so you are better prepared for the activities of everyday life, like carrying in groceries and putting them up? Like having the […]
As fun as summer can be, it can also pose potential health risks, like heatstroke and dehydration. And this summer has proven to be a doozy in many parts of the US and the world. But you can still have a fun, safe summer outside. Be sure to take no-nonsense precautions and respect Mother Nature […]
Here’s a “good news, bad news” situation. The good news: More people over 65 are exercising than ever before. The bad news: The percentage of mature adults who are physically active remains low – so low, in fact, that the US government calls it a “public health concern.” We couldn’t agree more. We’re doing everything […]
Some people are motivated to get strong and stay fit for one or two reasons. Among the most common for people over 50? Playing with grandkids, traveling, maintaining physical autonomy, and continuing to enjoy their favorite activities. Susan Kupferberg, 65, has all of those and more motivating her quest to get strong and stay fit. […]
Healthy behaviors like physical exercise are known to help prevent serious diseases such as cancer, diabetes, and heart disease. But did you know they might also lower the risk of Subjective Cognitive Decline? That’s a medical term for worsening or more frequent memory problems. And it’s more likely to afflict mature adults with at least […]
Falling is a major fear about growing older – and it’s a leading cause of injury and death among mature adults. It’s also a common problem for people who don’t yet consider themselves “old” in the traditional sense. But it is not inevitable. Here are the top five ways to prevent falling, according to fitness, health, and […]
Remember when the default gift for Father’s Day was a tie from Sears? That won’t cut it anymore. Today’s dads over 50 are more active than in previous generations. And they want to spend more time with grandkids and other family and friends than they want some lame trinket. So, if you’d rather give the […]
We’re halfway through the year, and it’s a great time to assess progress on health, fitness, and other goals you had at the start of 2023. Or… maybe you didn’t have any and are only thinking about creating some goals now. That’s fine! With a new season upon us, we’re here with 23 tips to […]
