Karen Joseph had no idea what was happening years ago when the first symptoms of neuropathy began. She assumed the pain and numbness in her legs were from a spinal injury she suffered in a car crash. But after her diagnosis in 2014, Karen learned how debilitating neuropathy can be. And she had to make changes to […]
Drinking plenty of water is one of the simplest and most important things you can do for your health. We talk about this a lot because staying properly hydrated is key to maintaining body temperature, helping you feel full, and maintaining good skin. But with a wide range of “sports drinks” available, you might wonder if you […]
Here’s a typical exercise question, followed by a helpful explanation. “Why do you sometimes have us twist our bodies while we’re also moving forward? Or lift our arms in front while lunging to the side?” You see, fitness isn’t just about doing one thing at a time, like lifting a weight now and then running […]
Falling is a significant 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 consider themselves “old.” But it is not inevitable. The US Preventive Services Task Force couldn’t be clearer: Exercise is the best defense against falling. Merely […]
Have you heard about Body Mass Index (BMI) and wondered what it means? Maybe you used an online calculator to learn your BMI and were shocked that it defined you as obese. You’re not alone! Action star Sylvester Stallone is still famously buff in his 70s, but according to his BMI, he’s obese. It’s a […]
For some reason, we’ve noticed resistance among some people to stretching before and after working out. We’re not sure why, but let’s review just a few of the main benefits of stretching. Generally, there are two types of stretches around workouts. It increases power, sprinting, jumping, and performance. This is ideal for warming up before […]
If it seems like everybody wants the newest device or trendy workout, here’s a reminder to try a classic exercise device that delivers on all fronts: the rowing machine. Take a moment to learn proper form. Rowing is simple, but you want to be sure you’re doing it right. You can watch a YouTube video […]
Everybody loves pickleball, it seems. But did you know that working out can give you a significant advantage on the court? It’s true. If you want more endurance on the (smaller than tennis) court, more power in your swing, and more ability to make those shots – always smiling – then you must come in […]
It’s no secret that some racial minorities have higher rates of heart disease, certain types of cancer, and other health problems that can increase after age 50 or so. Minority communities are often under-represented in the fitness, health, and medical fields. Cultural barriers present extra challenges to access and treatment. The US Department of Health […]
A positive attitude is good for you and even increases the likelihood of living longer. It might be because upbeat people are likelier to be active more than Debbie Downers – that the brain-body connection is indeed real. However, one group of researchers reported that “older individuals with more positive self-perceptions of aging… lived 7.5 […]
