Winter brings with it cozy afternoons cuddling by the fire, evenings watching the snow gently fall, and cups of hot chocolate with just the right amount of marshmallows. What’s not to love? Well, how about constantly chapped lips, dry skin, respiratory issues, and feelings of … [Read more...] about Winterize Your Body: Keep Moving, Hydrate, And Use Blue Light
Exercise and Fitness
Movement Is Medicine
The perks exercise can offer a person could fill a book, and they have. Physical activity can improve balance, help prevent chronic disease, aid in arthritis pain, and even improve our mood. According to the Centers for Disease Control, as an older adult, regular physical … [Read more...] about Movement Is Medicine
Try Juicing: It Can Help Increase Your Energy And Lift Your Spirits
Can you imagine consuming the variety of fruits and vegetables shown here? Does that seem overwhelming? We are exploring a new way, an especially easy way, to enjoy a variety and quantity of fruits and vegetables that might work better for you: Drinking juice — and not … [Read more...] about Try Juicing: It Can Help Increase Your Energy And Lift Your Spirits
Motivated To Live A Healthy Life
Fitness inspiration Jeanne Ballard, age 70, has enjoyed a healthy fitness routine for several decades, but a cancer diagnosis at 53 took her workout routine in an unexpected direction: rowing on the water with a team of strong women.What is your fitness routine? My fitness … [Read more...] about Motivated To Live A Healthy Life
Fitness Wisdom: “Be Disciplined And The Motivation Will Follow!” (Part 2 of 2)
Katey Holtgrave, Age 57Talk About Your Diet Strategy: I have a very sensitive stomach, so I try to eat pretty clean and I have to stay away from dairy. I’m not saying I don’t make poor choices from time to time, but I try. When I do deviate from my routine, I just start … [Read more...] about Fitness Wisdom: “Be Disciplined And The Motivation Will Follow!” (Part 2 of 2)