Health and Fitness Archives

An apple a day may keep the doctor away, but could the key to good health be where you live? Feeling your best in everything you do extends beyond the hours you’re putting in at the gym. Longevity and vitality is a lifestyle rather than a health fad, and while juice cleanses, and superfoods are [...]

Ever notice that swimming pools seem to always be on the menu of community amenities? You’ll find resort style pools with cabanas, Olympic-style pools, and heated indoor versions all designed to relax, refresh, and give you a great workout! Active adults will be glad to know there’s no need to hit the ground running to [...]

We’ve all been warned about procrastination, but is putting off retirement for a year or so an exception to the rule? So many of us say the stress of our jobs is killing us, but on the flip side is it the adrenaline rush of a deadline that keeps us going? It’s a known fact [...]

Having friends makes life worth living. Friendship is one of the most beautiful relationships in the world. A good friend gives us strength, support, advice, and help us keep smiling in times of trouble. Friends accept you for who you are and believe in you no matter what. You may have conflicting emotions about relocating [...]

Strength training is a controlled, slow exercise that makes muscles work against tension. This method of exercise is extremely beneficial for seniors as it improves balance, coordination, and flexibility. Strength training also fights bone mass loss and eases the pain associated with arthritis. Sadly, many seniors are not reaping the benefits of strength training. Although [...]

As you age, you undergo a lot of changes both mentally and physically. It becomes increasingly difficult to lose weight as we grow older. The main reason being that metabolism drastically reduces after the age of 55. However, it does not mean that one cannot lose weight altogether. With the proper lifestyle changes, you can [...]

Walking down the aisle of the supermarket, I automatically compared the purchases I am making versus the ones in my fellow shoppers’ carts. Bacon, pork chops, fries, frozen meals, and sweets of all kinds seem to overflow from most, and of course, the 2-liter fizzy juice bottles standing proudly upright. The age range of shoppers [...]

Illnesses are common with the aging process. Both men and women can expect their share of various illnesses. These include arthritis, diabetes, Alzheimer’s, heart attacks, strokes, etc. Some diseases affect women more than men and vice versa. However, one problem that women are exempted from, and affects mostly elderly gentlemen quite often, is benign prostatic [...]

Your Age should not Limit your 55Plus Active Lifestyle and Hamper your Activities Some make the mistake of thinking that they are over the hill when you enter their 40s. But what happens when you enter your 50s and 60s? Have you crossed the hill and climbed a mountain? The aging process can be either [...]

Many active adults are concerned about weight gain and how it affects their health. There are a number of diets and exercise plans that can be considered for this problem. New and improved ways of ensuring weight loss and long and healthy lives are always being introduced for you to try. This means you have [...]

The value of an active lifestyle cannot be underestimated especially with the onset of aging. An active life inclusive of regular exercise keeps your energy levels high, enables you to be independent and also prevents the onset of aches and pains. Many over 55 active adults either go for a brisk walk or bike a [...]

Golf is a popular pastime for many active seniors. This is a sport commonly associated with retirement. How often would you have heard someone say “when I retire, I’m going to learn how to play golf”? How often have you considered it? Well, your time is here. Now, you have time to do what you [...]