Exercise

So it’s November and the holidays are soon upon us…and with them, all the food that accompanies the celebrations. Some of us have willpower and discipline but some of us…well, you know who you are. Weight gain as we age is a never-ending battle for most of us. The good news is…

Maybe it’s beginning to take its toll- the daily onslaught of provocative news stories is certainly reason for many of us to feel stress and be anxious- separate and apart from whatever challenges we are experiencing in our personal lives. What you may not be aware of is the negative…

All too many of us have settled into a sedentary lifestyle, even though we know the value of exercise for our physical and emotional health. Excuses abound: I’m too old, I don’t have the energy, it’s too expensive or time consuming, etc. Well, those excuses just went by the wayside, as…

As you’ve probably heard, sitting is the new smoking. Mounting research shows that sedentary behavior is associated with serious health risks such as obesity, heart disease and even premature death. Getting off the couch or out of your chair is essential, and a recent study even recommends you get up…

There’s no doubt that as we age, walking is an essential way to keep us active and moving, which are important activities for healthy aging. But did you know that the way you walk could indicate some health concerns that may afflict you in the future? For example, a recent…

While we know generally that exercise is a critical activity for healthier aging, the question remains whether specific forms of exercise have special benefits for seniors. In a new study published in Frontiers in Human Neuroscience, researchers have determined that dancing can have considerable positive impact on your aging brain,…