I had my bone density scan, which is recommended for women 50+. It’s a quick and easy low-radiation test that takes no more than 10 minutes to complete, but it’s so important for our age. My scan indicated that I have Osteopenia. That sounds ominous, but it’s just a scary-sounding name for some bone loss, which is not uncommon for a woman over 65 like me. A visit to Amgen … [Read more...]
Does the Winter Make You Feel SAD Now That You Are Older?
The cold weather months often bring feelings of sadness that aren't easily explained especially as we age. There is a medical term for this affliction called Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD for short. It is common during the gloomy fall and winter months and is accompanied by feelings of hopelessness. Women experience this more often than men. We lose hours of daylight … [Read more...]
Top 10 Things I Learned in Retirement Lifestyle Creation | Book
My retirement was highly anticipated and poorly prepared. I had done due diligence on the financial side of things, but I had just vague assumptions about what life would be like if I didn’t have to work every day. I was a Type-A, critical-thinking workaholic. I had no hobbies, no exercise program, and few friend connections outside of my work relationships. I was too … [Read more...]
Why Functional Fitness is Essential As You Age
Functional fitness. Are you familiar with the term? Let’s look at an example and see if you can relate: You’re spending the afternoon with the grandkids and things are going oh-so-well. No bumps, scrapes or bruises, everyone’s happy and smiling. You attempt to pick up the youngest, a sturdy little guy about 18 months old, and put him in his high chair for a snack. … [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. … [Read more...]