When someone reaches 100, people rush to ask for “the secret.” But there isn’t one, according to at least one person who’s about to hit the milestone next month. Instead, actor-dancer Dick Van Dyke credits his longevity to a handful of steady habits — the same evidence-based behaviors we talk about all the time with
Anytime we think about gratitude, most people often put their health high on the list. And not much boosts your health quite like healthy habits – including regularly exercising, eating right, sleeping well, and managing stress. It’s always a good time to express gratitude. And here are a few more items to add to your
Diane Firmani, 71, plays ice hockey, competes in triathlons, and rides her bike on the snow-covered Iditarod trail at home in Alaska. The super-fit retired librarian found a surprising group of similar women this year when she participated in “The Golden Bachelor” reality TV show, “competing” for the “heart” of a retired NFL player. Diane
For generations, menopause was whispered about, joked about, or ignored altogether. But that’s changing fast. Today’s women are talking about more than hot flashes and brain fog. They’re demanding smarter, science-based solutions and taking charge of their health through fitness, nutrition, and lifestyle choices that truly make a difference before, during, and after menopause. Fitness
It’s a question people have debated for years. If your goal is to lose fat, should you spend more time doing cardio or lifting weights? The truth is, both are important — and they work best together. Cardio burns calories while you’re moving. Walking, cycling, or swimming all torch energy in the moment and improve heart and
At 95 years old, Mike isn’t just exercising. He’s inspiring. Trainer Robert Haddocks, who’s in his late 50s and no stranger to longevity himself, recently posted a heartfelt birthday. “My client, my friend, my inspiration, my idol — in many ways,” Rob wrote. “This playful joker turns 95 today. Yes, I said 95!” Mike’s movement
For men in their 40s, 50s, and beyond, strength training isn’t just about building muscle — it’s about staying strong, energized, and independent as testosterone levels naturally decline. Starting around age 30, testosterone levels drop by about 1% per year. Over time, this can lead to fatigue, increased belly fat, reduced muscle mass, low libido,
When Don Bryant began his law enforcement career in 1978, he quickly learned how stressful the job could be. He also noticed that most officers had two main ways of coping. “They either worked out or they lifted 16-ouncers,” Don says. He chose powerlifting—and at 68, he’s still at it. This summer, Don returns to
Still think social media is just for the kids? Think again. A new marketing report from Age of Majority reveals something that might surprise you: More than 60% of adults over 55 are following social media influencers, and many are making real decisions based on what they see. That means people like you—smart, active adults interested in feeling
Being fit after 50 is really pretty simple for most people. There’s definitely no need to overthink it or make it too complicated. In fact, if you break it down to simple daily habits, you find that you can gain SO MANY BENEFITS from health and fitness with a few lifestyle tweaks.