The National Institute of Health reports that 80 percent of adults experience back pain, with one in four suffering from it at least one day every three months. Risk factors include age, fitness level, diet, heredity, race, disease, smoking status, and work-related risks. Many instances are stress-related. Baby Boomers are beginning to feel the effects of … [Read more...]
Are You Game to Travel Solo Over 50?
The idea of traveling solo as a woman over 50 sounds intriguing and tempting but it may also be a scary thought if you've never done it before. Don't be deterred though, because many older women who are widowed, divorced, never married, or have partners not interested in traveling, are taking off to see the world on their own. They're eager to discover new … [Read more...]
How to Survive Caregiving a Loved One
In general, I love to write about sexier stuff like travel, fashion, and lifestyle for women over 50 but sometimes life intervenes. Taking care of a sick loved one is a challenge. Obviously, you’d like to see them get better but sometimes it’s a waiting game. It affects everything in your life from going out with friends, your work, traveling, and even what you eat. However, … [Read more...]
9 of the Best Yoga Poses for Women Over 50
If you want to engage in a positive and effective workout, it pays to know where to start. Many women over 50 find it hard to get the time to work out on a regular basis. If you are in this position, have you considered yoga? Start with the best yoga equipment here. It's not as hard as you think. Here are some of the best yoga poses for women over 50. Try them out and … [Read more...]
Why a Staycation May Be Just the Vacation You Need
It’s important to take the time to unplug, unwind, and relax every now and again. A lot of people take vacation time to focus on taking a break and creating a positive work-life balance. Taking time for yourself is good, but taking a big vacation to do it is not always feasible. Fortunately, there’s more than one way to take a vacation. A staycation is a vacation that you … [Read more...]
