Active Aging

Whether your goal is squash or sunflowers, you’re likely gearing up for this year’s gardening season. Gardening is a great way to distract from the stress of daily life, and according to one recent study, it’s more than just a pleasurable hobby. In fact, it’s a “multicomponent intervention” that combines…

What does it mean to age in a healthy way? Are you eligible for the gold star for healthy aging, or is your status in question because of such habits as lack of exercise, unhealthy eating, or poor sleep routines? Standard definitions of healthy aging tend to focus on physical,…

There is no question that being able to move is critical to maintaining the quality of your life and longevity as you enter your later years. Your mobility- the ability to move purposefully as you carry on your daily activities- allows you to be independent and active, pursue your interests,…

Have the longer days and warmer weather inspired you to tie up your laces and get outside walking again? As we’ve continuously said, any physical movement is better than being sedentary, and the more you move, the better you’ll feel, especially if you’re outside surrounded by nature. So whether your…

The evidence is everywhere: Staying physically active and exercising are essential for healthy aging. But many of us struggle with how to implement that advice and adhere to an exercise program. Yes, we can take a walk, and we can try to stay active doing chores during the day (both…

So, have you been smitten with wanderlust yet this year? Or have you planned to get out of town to find some relaxation and rebuild your resilience given the stressors that are so commonplace these days? If you’re ready to go, there are lots of recommendations from those in the…