Healthy Aging

No doubt you’re aware of all of the posts we publish on the health benefits of walking. There’s a reason that so many experts promote walking as an ideal strategy to sustain and improve your physical and cognitive health. It’s a cost-free, equipment-free method of physical activity that can be…

Are you keeping track of your favorite sports? Have you been introduced to some new favorite athletes? In case you’re unaware, the National Senior Games started last week and are currently ongoing in Des Moines, Iowa. To promote competitive sports and encourage the physical activity of adults aged 50 and…

Aging in a way that allows you to stay strong and healthy involves a combination of essential factors: diet, exercise, sleep, social engagement, stress reduction – you know the drill by now. When it comes to strength, you also likely know that you have to put in the effort to…

As the population ages and those getting older are more “tech savvy” than previous generations, it’s likely that sources of entertainment and enjoyment may shift as well. In fact, changes are now already evident, as reports show that older Americans have stepped up and into the “gaming” arena, having embraced…

No doubt you’re well aware of the many health benefits obtained from a daily walk, though with this summer’s heat, you need to also be aware of understanding your walking limits during hot and muggy weather, along with the need to limit sun exposure during peak daytime hours. Fortunately, a…

Let’s face it: Most of us probably get worried if we can’t remember an event, or forget someone’s name, or miss an important appointment because we forgot the date. While there are lots of reasons you could be experiencing memory problems that have nothing to do with the onset of…