As you age, it's normal to expect that your body will get weaker. By the time you're over 50, you may notice some weakness in your bones that could result in random unexplained pain. Bone loss is to be expected, but there are steps you can take to maintain your bone density and keep your bones from deteriorating, no matter how old you are. Exercising is always a good … [Read more...]
The Best Yoga Poses for Women Over 50 to Stay Flexible
When it comes to engaging in a positive and effective workout, it pays to know where to start. For example, many women over 50 can find it hard to get the time to work out on a regular basis. If you are in this position, have you considered yoga? Don’t worry. Yoga isn’t as hard as some make out. Here, for example, are some of the best yoga poses for women over 50. If you … [Read more...]
How to Avoid Neck and Shoulder Tension When You Work at Home
For several weeks I’ve been feeling the reality of being over 60. My neck and shoulders have been tense, to the point of being debilitating. I’m not sure if it’s a combination of stress, neck and shoulder tension from working at home on my computer, and sinuses. My nose hasn’t been stuffy but every so often, I have a sneezing fit. The billion or so butterflies that flew over … [Read more...]
5 Ways You Can Prevent Knee Pain Injuries after 50
Our knees are one of the parts of our body that we use a lot throughout the day. We use our knees to sit, walk, and stand. In addition to all these, we make uncountable movements with our legs that need the support of our knees. Surprisingly, we also exert a huge amount of pressure on our knees while we work. Our body weight alone places an enormous force on our … [Read more...]
Are Your Shoulders Shouting Call 911? | Video by AnnMerle Feldman
Do you get home each day with your neck and shoulders screaming for relief? You’re not alone. We use our phones too much and we hunch forward in so many activities: reading, cooking, driving, and many other daily activities. In this video, I introduce you one of my favorite movements for shoulder repair. You can do this several times a day and you don’t need any props. You just … [Read more...]
