Watching the decline of my parents as they moved into their late 80s emphasized to me the importance of maintaining mobility as we age. Once an older person is confined to a walker or wheelchair, they begin to deteriorate rapidly. It's astounding to see people, much younger than myself, scooting around Walmart on electric carts. Some have legitimate reasons like a disability … [Read more...]
11 of the Best Low-Impact Exercises to Stay Active Over 50
It’s no secret that staying active in some form will have a positive impact on your overall health. It can reduce your chances of developing serious health problems as well as the overall cost of personal healthcare, especially in older Americans. However, you want to make sure the exercises you're doing are safe and won't cause injury. If you're over 50, consider doing … [Read more...]
How Ballet Based Movement Helps People Over 50 Stay Flexible
Ballet Based Movement is online ballet exercise classes aimed specifically aimed at people over 50. Set up by mother and daughter, Elizabeth and Susan, they provide comprehensive beginner ballet-based exercises that can be done in the comfort of your own home, regardless of your fitness level, whether you have never done ballet before. The Story: Susan has danced her … [Read more...]
What is Functional Fitness and Why Do You Need It After 50?
Functional fitness. Are you familiar with the term? Let’s look at an example and see if you can relate: You’re spending the afternoon with the grandkids and things are going oh-so-well. No bumps, scrapes or bruises, everyone’s happy and smiling. You attempt to pick up the youngest, a sturdy little guy about 18 months old, and put him in his high chair for a snack. … [Read more...]
6 Mood Boosting Morning Exercises Baby Boomers Can Easily Do
Sometimes, we wake up in the morning and find ourselves in a foul mood, for absolutely no reason at all. We wish we didn’t have to get out of bed, and whoever happens to cross our way might get on our nerves. The last thing we want to do are our morning exercises. You’re familiar with this; you call it getting up from the wrong side of the bed. You might have wondered if … [Read more...]
