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The Best Hiking Gear for Women Over 50 2025

by Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski 10 Comments

During my trip to the Canadian Rockies, I went on an Alpine day hike at gorgeous Lake Louise with my daughter. Our hike wasn’t Everest but was challenging for me as a Baby Boomer. Our guide gave us tips and turned us on to hiking gear that made our day hike much easier. Train beforehand I walk most days but there’s a difference between walking on flat ground and climbing … [Read more...]

Best Online Exercise Programs for Women Over 50 for 2025

by Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski 33 Comments

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. Going to the gym isn’t always convenient … [Read more...]

Own Your Wellness – Interview with Fitness Trainer/Author D.D. Forrest

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Own Your Wellness by author D. D. Forrest Interview

I interviewed the author, health and wellness coach, and fitness trainer D.D. Forrest (Daniella). Her book is called “Own Your Wellness: Giving You the Tools to Break Through Your Plateaus.” Her book deals with diet fads, diet plans, and how to achieve optimal health and wellness as you age. Watch our interview on YouTube I interviewed 98-year-old Elaine LaLanne who … [Read more...]

98-Year-Old Elaine LaLanne’s Jumping Jack Challenge | Interview

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Elaine LaLanne at 98

I had the privilege of interviewing 98-year-old Elaine LaLanne. If you are a Baby Boomer, you will remember watching her and her husband Jack LaLanne on television for 34 years. He was one of America’s first fitness exercise gurus, and he always started his show doing jumping jacks. Elaine is still going strong at almost 100. Watch our delightful and super-inspiring … [Read more...]

How Playing Pickleball is Enriching the Lives of Seniors

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Peter Galbraith and friend who love playing pickleball.

Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports, particularly for active seniors. I spoke to a man named Peter Galbraith who is an avid player. He lives in Wake Robin, a senior life plan community in Shelburne, Vermont. Watch our video interview Peter believes that playing pickleball can save America and I believe him. It has so many benefits for active seniors and here … [Read more...]

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