Activities

Not to toot our own horn, but at agebuzz, we’ve been promoting the benefits of bike riding for older adults for some time now. Whether you’re just beginning or you’ve been cycling for decades, the physical and mental health benefits from cruising the open roads and trails are of tremendous…

If your bags are packed and you’re ready to go, chances are nothing is going to hold you back from heading out for a summer vacation. In fact, for those fully vaccinated, the CDC now states that domestic travel is a low-risk activity, provided you continue to wear a mask…

The British documentary filmmaker Adam Curtis once said, “Documentaries shouldn’t just reflect the world: they should try and explain why reality is like it is.” If that’s the case, then two recent documentaries featuring older adults reveal a duality of what aging is like in this day and age. On…

The connection is compelling: There’s a clear link between keeping your brain engaged and lowering your risk of dementia. And while there are lots of ways to activate your mind, chances are you haven’t previously experienced the opportunity to watch top-notch university lecturers from the privacy of your own home….

So maybe you’re approaching retirement age or have already stepped back from full-time employment but are feeling bored by the extra time you have on hand. Are you planning to look for a new job? Or instead, do you see yourself on track to starting your own thing- being your…

Since time immemorial, the desire to travel and see the world has been an essential human character trait. As Seneca said, “Travel and change of place impart new vigor to the mind.” That’s especially true as you get older and your schedule slows down yet your mind is in search…