Did you know that as women reach the age of 30, their muscles and tissues lose up to 5%? And it does not end here. In fact, this percentage increases every decade and much more after the age of 65! Well, aging is inevitable. But, aging gracefully is not. And one of the best ways to do to age well is to actually live a healthy lifestyle. Living a Healthy Lifestyle Through … [Read more...]
The Best Gear To Have On A Day Hike When You’re Over 60
During my trip to the Canadian Rockies, I went on an Alpine day hike at gorgeous Lake Louise with my daughter. Our hike wasn’t Everest but was challenging for me. I was glad my daughter had the foresight to hire a guide. He was wonderful, but because I'm over 60, there were a few things I could have done or brought with me to make the hike easier. Train beforehand I walk … [Read more...]
Harnessing the Benefits of Fitness and Diet Over 50
Fitness and diet are the magic cocktail for youthfulness, but being disciplined enough to have daily doses of these, is not a piece of cake, especially in your 50s. While aging is inevitable, harnessing the power of exercise and diet to boost energy, improve your mood, promote metabolism, and reduce the risk of developing chronic diseases is an asset by itself. However, since … [Read more...]
7 Reasons My Morning Walk Is My Favorite Obsession
I’m a walkaholic and I’m not afraid to admit it. I’ve always enjoyed my morning walk but now it’s become an addiction. If I miss it, I start feeling weird, like I’m out-of-whack. Walking makes me feel good and I’m not about to stop. I average about 5 miles and at least 15,000 steps per day. I walk for a variety of reasons, so I thought I’d list them to possibly inspire … [Read more...]
2 Simple Steps To Help Baby Boomers Fight Obesity
Let’s face it—losing weight is never easy, especially as we age. Even if you were diligent about your exercise routine in your youth, you might still find yourself becoming heavier as you age, despite your best efforts. Obesity is becoming more and more common of a problem among all age groups, but particularly for the Baby Boomer population. More than one-third of adults over … [Read more...]
