A Chiseled Bodybuilder, Frail Clients and a Fitness Story for the Ages
With his enormous muscles bulging beneath a small T-shirt, Martin Luther King Addo guided one of his most dedicated clients through a squat exercise inside his tiny Manhattan gym. “You can do it,...
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Older brains benefit from all types of exercise
Many studies have told us exercise is good for the brain. But does it depend on the type of exercise? New research suggests not – at least for seniors. A study of older people found the brain benefits...
View ArticleSeniors who run regularly can walk as efficiently as 20-somethings
If you are an active senior who wants to stay younger, keep on running. A new study involving the University of Colorado Boulder and Humboldt State University shows that senior citizens who run...
View ArticleStay Active with Indoor Winter Exercise
Don’t let winter weather stop you in your tracks. Even if there’s snow on the ground or the temperature is simply too cold to go outside, seniors can still get some exercise this winter. Staying...
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The 6 Pillars of a Brain-Healthy Lifestyle
The 6 pillars of a brain-healthy lifestyle can help prevent the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia related issues. The health of your brain, like the health of your body, depends on...
View ArticleThe top 6 types of activities for seniors to maintain healthy living
There is an old saying: “Youth is wasted on the young and retirement is wasted on the old.” Well, whether you were active in your youth or not, there is no excuse to be inactive as you age into...
View ArticleModerate Exercise and Increasing Good Cholesterol in Men
High cholesterol is a common problem, especially in older men. This fat-like, waxy substance found in meats and dairy products is an essential part of optimal health. It is a critical part of building...
View ArticleThe Workout That Works For Seniors of All Ages and Mobility Levels:...
Think you’re too old and frail to work out? Think again! The health benefits of daily exercise are widely known, but seniors facing health and mobility issues may feel working out is beyond their...
View ArticleOutdoor Activities for Senior Citizens
Get Up and Get Out: Ways senior citizens can take advantage of the warm weather The end of summer is drawing near, so now is the time to get outside and soak up every last ray of sunshine. Who wants to...
View ArticleYou Can Master the Art of Active Aging
September 27 marks the beginning of Active Aging Week. This week long campaign calls attention to and celebrates the aging process, and more specifically, aging actively. There is often a negative...
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