Gift giving is SO much fun when you’re shopping for an active adult over 50 or so. From traditional to tech, from basics to ooh-la-la, there’s no limit. Use this list to get your ideas going and help people move more, recover better, and enjoy hobbies more. Happy shopping! This year, everyone’s all about longevity and […]
Every year, millions of people pledge to “get serious” about fitness once the calendar flips. It sounds tidy and motivational… until we remember what usually happens. Most resolutions fail by February, mostly because people set unrealistic goals and try to overhaul everything at once. It’s a recipe for burnout. Here’s a way to break that […]
When someone reaches 100, people rush to ask for “the secret.” But there isn’t one, according to at least one person who’s about to hit the milestone next month. Instead, actor-dancer Dick Van Dyke credits his longevity to a handful of steady habits — the same evidence-based behaviors we talk about all the time with […]
Anytime we think about gratitude, most people often put their health high on the list. And not much boosts your health quite like healthy habits – including regularly exercising, eating right, sleeping well, and managing stress. It’s always a good time to express gratitude. And here are a few more items to add to your […]
The holiday season brings plenty of joy… and plenty of temptations! Parties, travel days, and once-a-year foods can make it tough to stick to the habits you’ve built. But healthy living isn’t about perfection. It’s about staying consistent and intentional, even when life gets festive or your schedule gets blown apart. Here are 10 simple […]
November is World Vegan Month, a time to celebrate plant-based eating —or at least experiment with adding it to your routine. You don’t have to go fully vegan to see some benefits. Adding more plants to your diet can help lower cholesterol, support a healthy weight, and provide more vitamins, minerals, and fiber. For many adults […]
Let’s celebrate this holiday season rather than stress out over every meal. Yes, November and December can be tricky months, especially for people with or at risk for diabetes. But you don’t have to miss out on the fun if you pursue a strategy of balance instead of deprivation and guilt. The American Diabetes Association […]
In Digital Exhaustion: Simple Rules for Reclaiming Your Life, researcher Paul Leonardi offers practical strategies for staying energized in a world that never stops buzzing. Here are six highlights you can try today: These small steps add up to a powerful strategy for overcoming digital exhaustion. Interested in changing your life for the better? Join our […]
As Halloween approaches, it’s the season for ghosts, goblins — and sometimes, a few fitness fears that feel just as haunting. For many adults over 50, fear can quietly keep them from getting started or sticking with an exercise routine. Maybe it’s been years since the last gym visit, or perhaps it feels intimidating to […]
September is a time of change, as temperatures cool, days grow shorter, and leaves begin to fall. As the famous words – from the Bible and a 1960s hit song – tell us, “To everything turn, turn, turn… There is a season… and a time to every purpose under heaven.” So, what can we learn about our healthy […]
