Fitness and diet are the magic cocktail for youthfulness, but being disciplined enough to have daily doses of these, is not a piece of cake, especially in your 50s. While aging is inevitable, harnessing the power of exercise and diet to boost energy, improve your mood, promote metabolism, and reduce the risk of developing chronic diseases is an asset by … [Read more...]
7 Reasons Why A Morning Walk Can Energize You Over 50
I’m a walkaholic and I’m not afraid to admit it. I’ve always enjoyed my morning walk but now it’s become an addiction. If I miss it, I feel weird, like I’m out-of-whack. Walking makes me feel good and I’m not about to stop. For a while, I was doing about 5 miles a day but even a stroll around the block makes a huge difference. I walk for a variety of reasons, so I thought … [Read more...]
2 Simple Steps To Help Baby Boomers Fight Obesity
We all know that losing weight isn't easy, especially as we age. Even if you were diligent about your exercise routine in your youth, you might still find yourself becoming heavier as you age, despite your best efforts. Obesity is becoming a common problem among all age groups, particularly for the Baby Boomer population. More than one-third of adults over 65 are considered to … [Read more...]
No Sweat: A Book About Exercise by Michelle Segar PhD: Review
Are you one of those people who hate to exercise but you do it anyway because you want to lose weight? You’d think that would be a good reason to sweat till you burn, but it's not. I’ve been reading a book called "No Sweat” by Michelle Segar Ph.D. She was one of the speakers at an event I attended. Michelle generously gave each of the attendees a … [Read more...]
A 2-Week Plan to Lose Stubborn Weight Over 50
AARP published an article called "The New American Diet," which outlines the types of food to eat to lose stubborn weight and extend longevity after 50. Many of us Baby Boomers have struggled with excess weight as our bodies changed, and it's not easy to lose it. Fad dieting is dangerous and causes more problems than it's worth. Making simple changes in the way we approach … [Read more...]