When it comes to resistance training, you don’t always need tons of equipment. Some powerful tools are small, simple, and inexpensive. Fitness bands have been common in physical therapy offices, gyms and fitness studios for a long time. They gained popularity in homes during the pandemic. They’re still a low-cost, lightweight option for resistance training,
Sheri knew something was wrong. She’d always been active, particularly enjoying daily walks. But lately her balance and posture were off. Her knees jerked. Her hands trembled. So, when her doctor diagnosed her with Parkinson’s disease last year, it was almost a relief. “At least now I knew,” says Sheri, 73. She started an exercise
Picture this: Your grandchild runs toward you, arms outstretched. You bend down to scoop him up—except your back twinges, your knees protest, and you struggle to stand tall. Sound familiar? Or maybe you catch yourself slouching, with that rounded back that makes you look and even feel older than you are. Both are common signs that your posterior
Do you hate getting sweaty? Or do you wear it proudly as glistening proof of your effort? Lots of people think that more sweat shows you’re working harder. But it’s not that simple. First and foremost, sweat helps regulate body temperature. When your internal thermostat heats up — whether from a workout or a warm day
How are your investments looking these days? Are you thinking about the new year and wanting to make some changes – or will you continue as before? We’re not asking about your money. We’re asking about your health. You’ve known for decades that everything you do is an investment in your future. The classic example
If you think there’s no point in even trying to exercise over the holidays, tweak your thinking just a bit. Focus on getting in at least a little intentional movement every day, even when you can’t actually exercise. In your efforts to be consistent, this is one of those “a little is better than nothing”
Sitting too much is a health hazard, as you might have heard already. There’s even an actual medical condition tied to it that’s serious, despite its funny name: Dead Butt Syndrome. It doesn’t mean your butt is actually dead, of course. And the technical term is “gluteal amnesia,” which means the muscles of your rear
Martin Pazzani grew up skiing and was even a downhill racer in college. But by his mid-40s, he had drifted away from the sport and from fitness in general, having devoted much more time to work. So, the next time he tried to ski, things didn’t go so well. “Skiing when you’re not fit sucks,”
Mary Frances Benton, 61, knew it would take time to lose 40 pounds. But she dropped 15 pounds in just a few months last year, boosting her spirits, and she’s continued to slim down and gain strength ever since. Besides, she knew better than to expect “instant” results, partly because she had done this before.
Will you be ready if adventure beckons? For Rich and Liz Clapp, the answer was a resounding “Yes!” Their journey to conquer Mount Kilimanjaro in Africa wasn’t just a testament to their physical fitness, but also to the commitment they share to embracing life’s opportunities, no matter their age. The couple, both 66 years old,