Let’s face it, the holidays can feel a bit, or rather a lot like a rat race. Fighting crowds, attending parties, hosting family gatherings put pressure on us, leaving us feeling tired, and anything but relaxed. As you spend this busy time of year giving of yourself and spreading cheer, don’t forget the greatest gift […]
Continue Reading
It is common knowledge to ensure a healthy lifestyle. A healthy lifestyle consists of eating the right foods, exercising regularly, and managing stress. These healthy lifestyle choices can make a significant difference in many aspects of your life. So, if you wish to increase the length and quality of your life, here are four reasons […]
Continue Reading
Being wheelchair-bound, or having mobility issues can be frustrating, and exercise might seem like the last thing someone sees themselves doing. Physical fitness is essential for elderly, and disabled individuals helping to maintain muscle tone, improve range of motion, and prevent blood clots from prolonged periods of inactivity. The good news is that seniors can […]
Continue Reading
Tennis is a low-impact sport and does not depend on the strength of the player and can be played at any skill level. Many baby boomers play tennis either for fun, competitively, or simply to keep moving or to get some exercise. Whichever way you play tennis, it has great benefits for the body, as […]
Continue Reading
It’s almost time for snowbirds to be making plans on where to escape the big chill, or maybe you’re ready to ditch your snow tires for good. Fabulous year-round weather means more time enjoying the great outdoors, and getting more movement in because an active adult lifestyle should be about making the most of your […]
Continue Reading
In an effort to reduce our carbon footprint, the concept of city bike shares has taken the country by storm. The idea of renting a bike to get where you need to go is brilliant considering most bus systems operate on a limited schedule making leaving the office late or commuting on a Sunday a […]
Continue Reading
The answer to heart health and aging gracefully is not only eating the right foods and getting the proper number of hours of sleep. It also includes staying active. Your energy levels and brain activity increase greatly by keeping your body moving. An active lifestyle will also minimize many ailments which many seniors suffer with. […]
Continue Reading
“Health Isn’t a Goal, It’s a Way of Life.” Health markets are a mecca for colorful produce, probiotic beverages, and a steady stream of baby boomer clientele. This generation has grown up on grandma’s chicken soup, and bathtubs filled with ice to remedy everything from the common cold to measles, so it’s no surprise many […]
Continue Reading