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...]
Why It’s Important to Include Self-Care in Your Wellness Routine
Welcome to the best years of your life! This is the time to really focus on you. Self-care and wellness go hand-in-hand. When you practice self-care on a regular basis, you will feel healthy and happy for many years to come. But when you’re over 50, self-care might look a little differently than it did 30 years ago. Now’s the time to learn what you need and practice it … [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...]
Avoid These 6 Foods to Prevent Weak Bones Over 50
This post was contributed by Life Line Screening, a company that provides important health screenings throughout the country that you may not necessarily be offered at your doctor's office. Below, you will find 6 foods you need to avoid because they will cause weak bones as you grow older. Foods rich in calcium and vitamin D are considered to be bone-builders that can … [Read more...]