Staying Fit

As we get older, our physique and overall appearance begin to change. We develop wrinkles around the eyes, fine lines across the forehead; our once-full head of hair is now thinning and gray. Aging is a fact of life, but there is good reason to embrace the effects of aging and find the beauty within [...]

If you love winter vacations and all the opportunities that winter sports have to offer, you’re in good hands. Winter sports are a possibility in many places around the world. While it might not be practical for you to get away to the Alps, the following areas are affordable and slightly [...]

There are many reasons to be concerned about the possibility of falling at home. Falls among individuals over the age of 65 has become such a concern that Congress passed The Elder Fall Prevention Act in 2003 to develop public education, expand services, and research on this topic. The bill passed by Congress reports that [...]

The United States Department of Justice has estimated that 2.1 million seniors are victims of crime annually. Approximately one in five personal crimes against seniors involve theft. It’s been reported that over 90 percent of crimes against individuals over the age of 65 are property-related crimes.

Once caught, it will take at least seven years before [...]

Fitness and social activity are vital to maintaining a healthy and balanced life. Participating in senior sporting leagues is a great way to integrate these elements into your lifestyle as an active senior. You don’t have to be an acrobat like the incredible gymnasts up at Cirque du Soleil Montreal, but you may be surprised [...]

Stationary exercises are usually known as “isometric exercises.” They do not require you to move around a lot,you won’t be flipping around like a gymnast with Cirque du Soleil tickets, but you still get a highly beneficial workout. Low-impact exercises are best for those with physical conditions that limit them. Since exercise usually requires movement, [...]

Seniors face a lot of troubles today, from obesity problems to heart disease. Cardiology news articles will tell you that it’s important to remain as active as possible, even in your 60s, 70s, and 80s. Yoga is a popular method of fitness for people everywhere, including seniors. Those who have observed yoga classes may think [...]

Ankle and wrist weights are a fantastic way to add resistance to simple workouts that need a boost without becoming too strenuous. You need to take special precautionary measures to avoid injury when choosing ankle and wrist weights.

The most common injuries resulting from using weights are because the person has not properly warmed up. Warming [...]

GET INTO THE GROOVE
You rocked out in the sixties when rock and roll meant something. You indulged and paraded in the seventies and ultimately paid for it in the eighties. A century later and you are still around, relatively speaking. Don’t forget who you are and let the music that once kept you out late [...]