I love this subject and never get tired of sharing the good news: Scientific evidence keeps showing the link between exercise and a lower risk of developing dementia. One paper published recently in Neurology looked at 38 studies that followed more than 2 million people over at least three years. It found that people who exercised regularly had a 17 percent less chance of getting dementia, compared to people who did not.
Read MoreRemember 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 the choices you make in life affect your brain health and even your risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.
Read MorePickleball 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.
Read MoreWas it Freud who said we can’t get through the day without telling ourselves seven little lies? Or was it that magazine at 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 truth and finding new, powerful motivation to make positive changes.
Read MoreWhen Glenna Brown’s husband became ill, she found that regular exercise at a nearby studio helped her deal with the stress and remain strong enough to be a good caregiver. When he died, Glenna (above, left) found more: a loving support group that helped her through her loss and a new friend who was going through a similar experience.
Read MoreDon Phillips won a slew of medals at the recent National Senior Games. But the real value of his healthy lifestyle is far more ordinary. It’s also what so many people want as they get older: functional fitness.
Read MoreHere’s one of the great things about getting older: You’ve lived through enough experiences to have learned lessons about what works for you – and what doesn’t. About how to reach a goal successfully, and about how to get your mindset right to win.
Read MorePour another cup o’ joe. We have some good news for you. It turns out that drinking 2.5 to 4.5 cups of coffee a day, without sugar, gives you a 29% lower risk of early death than non-drinkers, according to a big new study out of China.
Read MoreHere’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.
Read MoreTony, a lifelong tennis player, is in his mid-50s now. When he started noticing his game wasn’t as sharp as it used to be, he thought gym workouts might help restore his power and relieve some pain.
Want to do something that’s good for your health, will get you moving outside, and even guarantee a boundless source of love in your life? Then you should consider getting a pet, specifically a dog, according to research that shows the health benefits canine companions have on older adults.
We all talk to ourselves about ourselves. What kind of things do you say? That you’re overweight, lazy, and too old to be fit? A lot of us struggle with an inner voice that repeats nonsense like that. But you don’t have to let it keep you from exercising, eating right, and managing stress so you can keep doing what you want.
Read MoreHere are some of the questions I’m often asked regarding exercise after age 50. Let me know of any other questions you have! I’m happy to answer them.
Read MoreThe bad news about sitting just keeps coming in. Science tells us that too much sitting can increase the risk of cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and a bunch of other problems.
Read MoreVince wanted to fulfill a lifelong dream of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. Sheba wanted to participate with her son, a Special Olympian, and inspire other women to exercise. Ari wanted to lose weight and get healthy enough to play with his grandkids.
Read MoreBreaking a bone ranks high on the list of fears people have after age 50 or so. Arthritis is increasingly common. While osteoporosis is most common among older women, it can occur in anyone.
Read MoreEverything we do is an investment, and not just financially.
You know this. You’ve been around long enough to know that if you put in the effort to achieve a goal, then you’re more likely to approach it than if you do nothing.
Read MoreRemember in your 20s, when only bodybuilders wanted to lift weights? But now, we know that strength training is essential for all kinds of people over 50 to maintain health, daily function and independence.
Read MoreAs an older adult, choosing a personal trainer isn’t just about working with someone who is already super-fit.
Read MoreDoes our metabolism slow down as we age?
According to a new study, the culprit for the common “middle-aged spread” is actually lifestyle changes. Which means if we keep moving, our metabolism will too!
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