Taking care of your ticker is important – you only have one! The heart is one of the most important muscles in the body, providing the oxygen, energy and nutrients you need to survive. The heart is only the size of a clenched fist but it has an outsized impact on every single living cell…
Living in the moment and taking each day at a time is crucial in order to live a balanced lifestyle. Every day is a new beginning – the minute you wake up and your feet touch the floor it’s the start of something wonderful. Focusing on achieving one goal or task at a time will…
As you age, your body changes, both physically and mentally. You begin to slow down and may not be able to do the same activities as when you were younger. Perhaps you cannot move as fast, jump as high or concentrate with same intensity. Rather than feeling frustrated by these limitations, it’s important to find…
It’s summertime, so let’s celebrate with friends and family! Summer is a great time to get active and take part in physical activities that make you feel better and give you more energy. A wonderful physical activity that I love to recommend is dance. It doesn’t matter if you danced in the past or have…
Summertime is here and with it comes the desire to get outdoors, breathe fresh air, soak up some sun and have fun! This is the perfect time to reap the benefits of warmer weather and longer days. Exercising outdoors is often more enjoyable and brings additional overall benefits, both physically and mentally. Getting outside for…
Summertime is here and with it comes the desire to get outdoors, breathe fresh air, soak up some sun, and have fun. Enjoying outdoor time and activities with family and friends is sure to lift your spirits and help you maintain your health and vitality, even in later stages of life. Physical exercise will give…
It can be argued that age is really just a state of mind. With a positive attitude, love of life, and confidence, you can accomplish anything, no matter how old you are! Feeling good and being joyful from the inside out is so important. Sound mind, sound body. Starting your day in a healthy and…
When it comes to exercise, you might be struggling to figure out which is more important – quality or quantity of your workouts? No matter what age you are, both of these factors come into play when creating a fitness routine. Of course, as one might expect, quality exercise will always be better than a…
No matter your age, a regular routine is extremely important. If you consistently make time to do something and stick with it, you’ll find it easier to maintain the habit. The idea of a “routine” can bring to mind words such as “mundane” or “ordinary,” but routines can be powerful tools. They support cognitive function,…
The mild days of spring are a great time to get outside and move more – whether it’s walking, gardening, or hiking. As you age, you may find yourself becoming more sedentary, which causes you to lose strength and energy. Fight off those sluggish winter doldrums and get moving – you can keep your strength…