Regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for yourself as an older adult. It can prevent many of the health problems that seem to come with age. It also helps your muscles grow stronger so you can keep doing your day-to-day activities without becoming dependent on others. Not doing… Continue reading How Much Physical Activity Do Older Adults Need?
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Great Workouts for Women Over 40
Hitting 40 is a milestone… that can wreak havoc on your body! Even the most dedicated gym diva may feel that her body parts, which were once as tight as a washboard, have headed south, and we don’t mean for an island getaway. Physical changes, which often occur between 40 and 65, include loss of… Continue reading Great Workouts for Women Over 40
Types of Physical Activity That Help You Sleep Better – or Not
Can housework lead to good zzz”s? Nope. How about taking care of the kids? Wrong again. In fact, those two types of physical activity can actually lead to insufficient sleep. At least that’s what researchers at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania found in a study presented on June 8th at… Continue reading Types of Physical Activity That Help You Sleep Better – or Not