We’re sharing a ton of short, useful tidbits about fitness over 50 – facts, quotes, bits of inspiration. When you look at it like this, the evidence is overwhelming. If you want to stay healthy, strong, and independent, you must move, move, move. SURVEYS & STUDIES One-third of people over 50 exercise regularly. (Most, therefore,... Continue Reading →
This Is What REALLY Happens As You Start Exercising (Animated)
Have you ever wondered, what happens to your body, when you start exercising? The changes to your body physic, your muscles, the mind, and the heart? Well in this video we are going to explore just that. They say exercise is like taking a magical pill for your brain, and that if there were ever... Continue Reading →
Staying Motivated to Exercise: Tips for Older Adults
4 Tips for Older Adults to Stay Motivated to ExerciseTips For Coping with Breaks in Your Exercise Routine 4 Tips for Older Adults to Stay Motivated to Exercise Physical activity is a great way for older adults to gain substantial health benefits and maintain independence. Try to make exercise a priority. Remember that being active is... Continue Reading →
Aging Healthily: Perspectives from the Older Adults on Mindfulness and Exercise
Both exercise and mindfulness practice have been shown to have a myriad of health benefits for older adults, but less is know about why many older adults don't engage in these practices and how to motivate them to do so. In this blog post, the authors of a new qualitative study, published in BMC Geriatrics, discuss what... Continue Reading →
The Benefits of Mindful Meditation for Older Adults– and How to Get Started
As we age, we may worry more about our physical health, but that doesn't mean we can let our mental health go. Mindful meditation promotes many physical and psychological benefits. It's nothing new though, people have been meditating since 5000 BC. Read on to learn about mindful meditation, its benefits, and how to get started.... Continue Reading →
What’s your move?
Check out this poster provided by "Move Your Way" to learn more about how to muc, and which activity is right for you. PAG_MYW_OlderAdult_PosterDownload
Fitness Fact Friday
5 Benefits of Exercise for Seniors and Aging Adults You’ve heard it time and again: physical activity and exercise are good for you, and you should aim to make them part of your routine. There are countless studies that prove the important health benefits associated with exercise, and it becomes more important as we age.... Continue Reading →
