Exercise and Active Lifestyle (Page 3 of 4)

How to Be a Superager

If you want to become a superager, learn how to embrace the difficult in life.

5 Benefits of An On-Site Fitness Center in an Active Adult Community

Exercise is important—no matter what season we’re in! Here are FIVE benefits of my on-site fitness center.

4 Reasons Why Older Adults Should Walk More

The Village at Deaton Creek is an ideal place for walkers, and it’s heartwarming to see so many folks take advantage of their surroundings. Here are 4 reasons why walking is good for everyone.

How to Get Started with Race Walking

So many people have asked me, “How do I get started?” I love to hear that question because I think race walking is a really great passion for older adults to have! So, here’s how I think you should get started!

race walking senior man wearing headphones outside

6 Different Walking Styles Popular Among Boomers

Walking is something we’ve all done, so you would think people would know how to do it. Of course, they do. But it’s interesting to me how everyone walks differently.

Why Boomers Should Try Out Square Dancing

Square dancing is one of the most popular activities in my retirement community. After trying it out for myself, it’s not hard to see why!

Keeping Your Balance as You Age

Here’s what you should know about aging and balance – plus, helpful tips and tricks to improve stability!

How to Start a Walking Program and Stay Motivated

Here are some things you should know to help get you started and stay motivated.

5 Benefits of Walking Alone

While walking with a walking partner or group is fun, going solo can be wonderful, too! Here are 5 benefits of walking alone.

The Lowdown on Chair Yoga: Free Resources, Real Benefits, No Gimmicks

Chair yoga – it’s the latest exercise trend making waves on social media, popping up in feeds with promises of gentle stretches and easy movement for all ages. And let’s be honest, who hasn’t felt the appeal of something that requires little more than a chair and the willingness to try?

senior women exercising yoga and pilates sitting on chairs, following the instruction of their teacer

5 Health Benefits of Winter Walking

Walking during colder months can be good for both the body and soul! Here are 5 benefits of winter walking.

Bigger Belly But Better

It turns out that maybe not all belly fat is equally bad…

Muscling In on the Signs of Aging

“Sarcopenia is the progressive loss of muscle mass and function that occurs as a natural part of aging,” according to Harvard Health. “It affects about 5% to 13% of people ages 60 to 70, and up to 50% of people who are 80 or older. … Sarcopenia affects men and women equally.”

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5 Chair Exercises for Seniors

Stay active and improve your flexibility with these 5 exercises you can do while sitting down.

Good Exercising Judgment Not as Easy as Some Think

In today’s world, physical inactivity remains a problem. In fact, it has become a major concern. As reported by Healthcanal, in 2020 just 24.2% “of U.S. adults met guidelines for aerobic and muscle-strengthening exercise. … Among all adults, 46.9% get enough aerobic activity, compared to 31.0% who get enough muscle-strengthening activity.”