The good news keeps coming about exercise lowering the risk of developing dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease. The latest study reports benefits from doing more aerobic exercise in middle age and old age. It was published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. “Our study underscores the critical role of cardiovascular fitness in reducing dementia risk,
Let’s celebrate 2024 and look ahead to next year with two dozen interesting tidbits about taking care of yourself, plus one to grow on in 2025. And remember, you don’t have to wait for the new year to come in and get moving with Fitting Fitness In! The sooner the better. Regular exercise extends life
How are your investments looking these days? Are you thinking about the new year and wanting to make some changes – or will you continue as before? We’re not asking about your money. We’re asking about your health. You’ve known for decades that everything you do is an investment in your future. The classic example
If you think there’s no point in even trying to exercise over the holidays, tweak your thinking just a bit. Focus on getting in at least a little intentional movement every day, even when you can’t actually exercise. In your efforts to be consistent, this is one of those “a little is better than nothing”
Juaquita Gray is a 59-year-old champion athlete who can’t even imagine slowing down. “I think, ‘I cannot get slower and jump less far if I maintain my body,’” says Juaquita, an Air Force veteran, Defense Department contractor, and leading masters track competitor. Part of her secret comes from strength training and dynamic mobility exercises. And
Sitting too much is a health hazard, as you might have heard already. There’s even an actual medical condition tied to it that’s serious, despite its funny name: Dead Butt Syndrome. It doesn’t mean your butt is actually dead, of course. And the technical term is “gluteal amnesia,” which means the muscles of your rear
A record 11,978 athletes from around the world just wrapped up the Huntsman World Senior Games in Utah. The event has been held since 1987 for athletes 50 and over in everything from track and field to bowling, from basketball to disc golf, and from softball to triathlon. Those 12,000 people represent the growing enthusiasm
Here’s a story about one positive step leading to another… and then another… When Jerry Murck took up exercise two years ago, he focused on one activity, rowing, because he loved it and enjoyed doing it almost every day. He lost about 100 pounds over 18 months and felt better than he ever had.
Look at the people in this photo collage. What do they have in common? They all exercise at a gym regularly – and they’re all well over 50 years old. They are living proof that the spectacular benefits of fitness have no age limit. “Whether you’re in your 40s or your 80s, you will benefit
If it’s not too soon for scenes like this one in stores, then it’s not too soon to plan your fitness over the holiday season. Imagine waking up on January 1st already feeling fit, energized, and proud of yourself. No need for a resolution, no guilt from too many holiday treats, no sluggish start to