For most people, age is a time of reflection. We look back and fit moments into a larger scheme about our lives. We evaluate the decisions we have made, ponder how we could have done things differently, and wonder about what it all has added up to. Whether it’s seeking improved relationships, good nutrition, or a more relaxed state of being, there’s a reason for the old trope … [Read more...]
How You Will Age Better if You Only Improve this One Thing
Many of us exercise to lose fat, get strong, or improve cardio fitness. Few of us think about unsexy goals like building balance — and even fewer of us know that our balance begins to fade away as early as our twenties. As balance declines, the risk of serious injury goes up. Consider this scary reality One in four people over the age of 55 visit the emergency … [Read more...]
Is Isolation Making it Hard to Maintain a Healthy Lifestyle?
For active boomers, this lockdown can feel downright stifling. Unable to leave the house and visit friends, go running in parks, or go to the gym, it can feel like all your hard work for fitness has gone out the window. But it is possible to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle in self-isolation. Read on to discover how. Lean on free resources to maintain your workout … [Read more...]
A Groovy Mantra for Aging Baby Boomers
I decided I wanted to find a mantra to use to meditate but wasn’t sure what it should be. I didn’t take TM training when I was young, and it was popular. So, instead, I decided to Google one. There’s the standard Om, which is said to be the most powerful, as well as several others like Om Namah Shivaya, Aham Prema, and Ho’oponopono, which I can’t even pronounce but I … [Read more...]
Does Dealing with Overwhelm Make You Feel Crazy?
Dealing with overwhelm can be hard and may make you think you're losing your mind. Every time I forget something, I think I'm on the verge of dementia. How many times have you forgotten the name of someone you’ve known for years? A person comes up to you and says “Hi.” You smile and awkwardly make conversation, not mentioning their name, because it’s buried in the cobwebs of … [Read more...]
