Mary Frances Benton, 61, knew it would take time to lose 40 pounds. But she dropped 15 pounds in just a few months last year, boosting her spirits, and she’s continued to slim down and gain strength ever since. Besides, she knew better than to expect “instant” results, partly because she had done this before.
Arthritis, with its joint pain and stiffness, affects over 350 million people globally and is a leading cause of disability. Yet, there’s a myth that exercise could make it worse. Let’s bust that myth right away! Exercise is actually your ally in managing arthritis. As the Mayo Clinic emphatically states, “Exercise is crucial for people
When it comes to fitness over 50, some topics are just timeless and deserve our constant attention. These four subjects are not only relevant but also crucial, whether you’re considering starting a fitness routine or you’re already on your fitness journey. No. 1: The Importance of Muscle If you want to age gracefully, maintain your
People who exercise face a lower risk of Covid-19 and of severe infection than people who don’t, says an analysis of 16 studies published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. This could lead to enthusiasm for updating exercise guidelines and health policies concerning exercise as medicine. You might remember during the darkest days of
Confidence comes with age sometimes. It’s one of the great rewards of this time of life. Maybe you’ve raised a beautiful family and enjoyed a successful career, and rightfully feel strong about your achievements and standing. But for some, it’s easy to feel insecure about our bodies and physical activity – to feel “less than”
Organizers of Breast Cancer Awareness Month are emphasizing the need for more than mere awareness of the disease. “We know that to help those facing breast cancer, awareness alone isn’t enough,” reads the website of the National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc. “This October, get involved. Get screened. Make a donation. Take action. Make this (month)
Do you hear Mother Nature calling? How can you resist the temptation to get out and enjoy the cooler temps and the mesmerizing transformation of fall foliage? Even if it means a short drive to reach the perfect spot, the rewards of nature are worth it. But there’s more to this than just a visual
Brian Clark has been a hiking enthusiast for years. It’s one of the things he loves most about Boulder, Colorado, where he moved about a decade ago. But now Brian, 55, has added something new to his activities. He started lifting weights. And he’s loving it. “I want to be stronger,” says Brian, a content
Balance and flexibility are key facets of physical fitness. Like endurance and strength, they diminish with age unless we work on them. Working on balance and flexibility helps prevent falls, which can be disastrous. And just like it’s never too late to start working on them, it’s also never too soon. Anyone engaged in fitness
The recent death of “Margaritaville” singer Jimmy Buffett from skin cancer at 76 is a good reason to think about the disease. Buffett’s website said he had Merkel cell carcinoma for four years. “A rare and aggressive form of skin cancer, Merkel cell is diagnosed only about 2,500 times a year in the United