Fitness is a huge concern for women over 50, and many of us take it very seriously. Living a healthy lifestyle is the best way to stay healthy and look younger. No beauty device can replace it. But finding the best program to meet our aging and changing bodies is not always easy. In my opinion, exercise should be fun and not torture. Now that I'm in my 70s, I am realizing … [Read more...]
Why Balance and Flexibility Matter for Active Women Over 50
I've noticed that as I've gotten older, my balance and flexibility have diminished somewhat. Part of the reason is that my knees are getting a little more creaky. However, I've found that practicing exercises to improve my stability helps me immensely. The last thing we want to do is fall as we get older, and I believe it should be the number one element in our fitness routine … [Read more...]
My Story, Our Story: Navigating Menopause Together
To all women in your 50s and 60s, this is about you! My Story: Lost in Perimenopause I’m 58 years old, and I spent more than a decade suffering through symptoms I didn’t even realize were perimenopause. I was told it was “normal” to lose hair, gain 10 pounds overnight (or at least that’s what it felt like!), have sleepless nights, lose my sex drive, lose a tooth, and feel … [Read more...]
Is Your Body Older Than You Think? It Could be Costing You Your Sight!
Everyone knows that age is just a number, but did you know that each of us actually has TWO ages? While we all technically get one year older every 365 days, it turns out that the cells in our bodies might be aging at a different rate! This is what scientists refer to as “biological age.” What is biological age? Nearly every cell in your body contains DNA, the master … [Read more...]
Best Drug-Free Pain Relief Devices for Seniors 2026
If you are a senior over 50, chances are you have experienced aches and pains in some form. At-home therapeutic pain relief devices are often sold to athletes, but they can also benefit older people. Products abound in this category, but here are a few you may want to try. TENS therapy is a method of pain relief that uses a mild electrical current. TENS stands for … [Read more...]