How do you want to be remembered? What kind of legacy are you trying to leave for your children and grandchildren, or for your friends or community? It’s a key question facing a lot of people later in life, and it can motivate us to take positive action. That’s what happened with Gary Stewart about
Judy Young has been swimming since she was a child. But this year was her first time competing at the National Senior Games. Judy, of Youngstown, New York, is 97. She underwent two surgeries last year and says swimming helped her recover. She’s dedicated to remaining active and enjoying her life. “I don’t have many
Think for a moment before answering this question: Do you want to live as long as possible? Or … Do you want to live WELL for as long as possible? There’s a big difference. And the difference is getting a lot of attention in the medical, healthcare and fitness communities. It’s the distinction between “lifespan”
As fun as summer can be, it can also pose potential health risks, like heatstroke and dehydration. And this summer has proven to be a doozy in many parts of the US and the world. But you can still have a fun, safe summer outside. Be sure to take no-nonsense precautions and respect Mother Nature
Most people probably know that physical exercise is good for their health. But now, a new study makes the connection even more powerful. If you’ve been waiting for One More Piece of Evidence to convince you to exercise, this might be it. Meeting guidelines for aerobic and muscle-strengthening exercise cuts the risk of dying from
If you’re among the statistically few older adults who exercise regularly, congratulations! Keep it up. But remember how important it is to get enough sleep, as well, in order to gain the most health benefits from your physical activity. That’s the message in a new study from Britain funded by both the UK and US
Here’s a “good news, bad news” situation. The good news: More people over 65 are exercising than ever before. The bad news: The percentage of mature adults who are physically active remains low – so low, in fact, that the US government calls it a “public health concern.” We couldn’t agree more. We’re doing everything
If you think you’re too late for athletic competition, track & field events, and chasing gold medals, the athletes of the National Senior Games have a message for you: Get over it! More than 11,000 athletes over 50 are gathering in Pittsburgh this month to compete for medals in about two dozen sports, including pickleball,
Some people are motivated to get strong and stay fit by one or two reasons. Among the most common for people over 50? Playing with grandkids, traveling, maintaining physical autonomy, and continuing to enjoy their favorite activities. Susan Kupferberg, 65, has all of those and more motivating her quest to get strong and stay fit.
Healthy behaviors like physical exercise are known to help prevent serious diseases such as cancer, diabetes and heart disease. But did you know they might also lower the risk of Subjective Cognitive Decline? That’s a medical term for worsening or more frequent memory problems. And it’s more likely to afflict mature adults who have at