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Dancing has been around for generations, and it is certainly known for the fun and excitement that it generates. Today, dancing means much more than this; today, dancing also means looking young and staying healthy. Dancing has many health benefits, and these health benefits can be achieved by doing

Dancing to Stay Healthy… and Young

August 17, 2022 Active Adult Living

Dancing has been around for generations, and it is certainly known for the fun and excitement that it generates. Today, dancing means much more than this; today, dancing also means looking young and staying healthy. Dancing has many health benefits, and these health benefits can be achieved by doing something you enjoy. Many baby boomers [...]

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Home Remedies for Senior Health

July 27, 2022 Active Adult Living

With the staggering health care costs and evidence of long-term side effects of certain medications, the trend towards adopting natural home remedies is gaining increased popularity these days.  These can be easily made at home with natural ingredients from your own backyard or grocery store.  Home remedies have been in use for hundreds of thousands [...]

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Unforgettable Bike Tour Destinations

June 3, 2022 Active Adult Living

Forget about crowded tour buses, and car rental counters because discovering exciting destinations on two wheels is how active adults are seeing the world. Bike tours are gaining in popularity with boomers who crave the exhilaration of the open road, and the experience of exploring new cities in a way that car travel or walking [...]

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Pickleball Scores Big With Baby Boomers

May 31, 2022 Active Adult Living

If you thought pickleball was just another retirement sport think again. This popular game has an edge, it’s addicting, and it has people of all ages wanting in on the action. The USA Pickleball Association (USAPA), and NBC News call it “One of America’s fastest-growing sports“, and according to its devoted fanatics, there aren’t enough [...]

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How Aging in Place May Benefit Seniors

April 30, 2022 Active Adult Living

Anyone who’s spent time in a hospital facility knows how comforting coming home to your own surroundings, and most importantly your own bed feels. Seniors able to “age in place” with the assistance of in-home care can receive the attention they need all in the comfort of their own homes. Families and friends can also [...]

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Play an Active Role in Your Parent’s Healthcare

April 20, 2022 Active Adult Living

It’s happened to all of us. You’re at your doctor’s appointment, and you walk out with questions you meant to ask, wondering whether you needed a follow-up visit, or what was called the pharmacy. I’ve had many occasions when having someone with me would’ve saved me from forgetting important information. If you’re a child of [...]

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Prioritizing Muscular Health for an Active Senior Life

April 4, 2022 Active Adult Living

Can you Stand up with no Hands? Have you needed help getting up off the floor or chair once you have sat on it? This is a warning to many seniors that they may not be as healthy as they think. If you cannot get up off the floor without using your hands for support [...]

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Why Would a Low GI Diet be Good for Active Adults?

March 9, 2022 Active Adult Living

When you reach a certain age, you begin worrying about what you eat, and the calories you put into your body. This is a common and valid concern for those active adults who wish to stay fit and healthy throughout their senior years. Regardless of age, diet and exercise are predominant concerns that need to [...]

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Honor Your Yoga Body

February 25, 2022 Active Adult Living

Many avoid the gym or yoga class not because they’re feeling unmotivated, or lack the desire to get fit, but sadly because they don’t feel like they fit in, or feel self-conscious. It’s not just women who feel intimidated by the size zero on the treadmill wearing designer workout apparel, but men too may think [...]

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Help for Seniors to Deal with Winter Aches and Pains

January 14, 2022 Active Adult Living

Extra soreness and pain are almost guaranteed in senior lives during the cold winter months. If you have arthritis, welcome to the world of pain. Apart from arthritis pain, you may be plagued with colds, flu, and all other ailments that occur in winter. Although winter is a time of joy, your aches and pains [...]

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Make Time For You This Holiday Season

December 20, 2021 Active Adult Living

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 [...]

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Reasons to Pursue a Healthy Lifestyle

November 3, 2021 Active Adult Living

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 [...]

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