From time to time, we notice a loved one doing something that makes us stop and wonder. We worry about their wellbeing. We see signs that there may be problems to solve. Our parent, spouse or dear friend, for example, seems frustrated with their job, but is having trouble thinking about making a change or retiring. [...]
Getting old is something to be enjoyed; you have years of experience, vast wisdom to impart, and an opportunity to be a guiding light for those younger than you. These things only come with age. However, enjoying old age to the fullest requires that your mind and body are healthy. [...]
As a life coach for seniors, I advise people to get their practical houses in order, with financial, legal, and even health checkups. However, I also advise people – strongly – to do a psychological and emotional checkup. Who will you be when you retire? What will you do when you retire? How will you keep your body and mind healthy? [...]
Smart food choices and proper hydration are important for healthy aging. Eating the right foods with the proper nutrients, while being mindful of the appropriate proportion sizes, is vital. Appetite and thirst tend to diminish as we age. Therefore, older adults often eat and drink less than they need to stay healthy. [...]
"Age is just a number" might be a common saying, but why is it that age becomes a barrier when it comes to exercising and lifting weights? Well, it shouldn't. As we age, our body starts losing its integrity. When you exercise, such problems may be reduced and improve quality of life. However, a personal trainer should assist to address safety and proper form. [...]
Yoga is popular for all ages. Unlike many fitness activities or sports, yoga can be started at any age. Benefits include: better balance, bone health, improve flexibility, enhance breathing, reduced anxiety and stress, better sleep, and lose weight. [...]
Yoga Will Change Your Life - That is one of the few points that seemingly all those who either teach, preach or practice the art of Yoga ... agree upon. Yoga can be hard to define since it includes elements of Mind, Body, and Soul and it means different things to different people. [...]
Spinal health is particularly important for aged individuals because spinal compression can occur over the years, creating many problems. Many people lose a fraction of their height as they grow older due to years of spinal compression, leading to spinal bending, nerve pain, and a physical report that you may be shrinking [...]
It’s common knowledge that regular physical activity helps keep a body fit and healthy. But it can also boost your mood, improve your sleep, and help you better manage depression, anxiety and stress. [...]
The 2022 Greater Greensboro Senior Games returns this year with two events: April 5 - May 6: Athletic Competition and May 10-11: SilverArts Competition. Registration deadline is March 4 at 5:00pm. [...]
