by mg_user | Sep 11, 2013 | Fitness
Did you ever get the feeling that you might be shrinking? Your shoulders aren’t as wide as they once were. Last time you checked, that jacket was just a little tighter around the arms. You aren’t filling out that full-length mirror the way you used to. Well it may not...
by mg_user | Aug 19, 2013 | Fitness
We’re only given one body in this lifetime and it’s our responsibility to take care of it. For seniors, it’s especially important to remain active because inactivity can increase your risk of developing diabetes, heart disease, high cholesterol or high blood pressure....
by mg_user | Aug 9, 2013 | Fitness
The fabled fountain of youth has inspired many a story, tall tale, and even a film or two. Though an actual magical fountain does not exist, there are many actions that can be taken to keeping you feeling younger well into your senior years. The Real Fountain of Youth...
by mg_user | Jul 26, 2013 | Fitness
The risk of falling is a very serious health concern for seniors. With complications from a fall being the leading cause of injury death for those over 65, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Seniors experience more falls than the rest of the adult population due to...
by mg_user | Jul 15, 2013 | Fitness
By Guest Contributor Sarah Croce Regardless of age, I encourage all my students to think about a daily combination of Yoga and Pilates to be just as important as the ritual of brushing their teeth. And for seniors, the routine can be just as simple. Good news, right?...
by mg_user | Jun 19, 2013 | Fitness
A group of seven researchers from The University of Washington’s Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center found that “regular exercise is associated with a delay in onset of dementia and Alzheimer disease, further supporting its value for elderly persons.” Over 1500 people...