Active Aging

If you were to buy into our youth-oriented culture, you might think there’s nothing to be happy about as you get older. Whether it’s your physical decline, the loss of friends or loved ones, or the finite number of days ahead of you, the prevailing ethos seems to suggest there’s…

By now, you likely know that regular, daily movement is critical for healthy aging. You also likely know that most major health and medical organizations recommend at least 150 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity each week to support healthy aging, including a healthy heart. The American College of Cardiology, among…

There’s no doubt that if you’re looking for a magical anti-aging elixir, exercise can be one of your primary sources. Whether cardio or strength training (or ideally both), your body and brain will age better when they receive a regular boost from exercise. In fact, as a recent post in…

Raising your arms over your head and reaching toward the sky, or folding yourself toward the floor to touch your toes, may feel like all you need to know in order to stretch your body. But if that’s the extent of your knowledge, then you need a refresher course. Because…

The weather has finally turned to Spring (and in many areas it may already feel like Summer). And maybe you’ve decided that it’s time to get back out for a daily walk: to get some exercise, connect with nature, maybe clear your mind and boost your mood. All of these…

We’ve often touted the general recommendation that older adults engage in at least 150 minutes per week of moderate to vigorous physical activity, in addition to 2 sessions of strength training a week. No doubt that if you adhere to that recommendation, you will be putting yourself on a path…