senior fitness

Aging in Place Benefits: A Comprehensive Guide to Pros, Cons, and Real-Life Examples

Aging in place has become an attractive option for many seniors who desire to spend their later years in the comfort of their own home. It’s about living in a familiar environment and having the ability to make personal choices as one grows older. This comprehensive guide explores the advantages, the pros and cons, and …

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Celebrating National Senior Health and Fitness Day: Tips, Events, and Inspiration for Aging Well

Every year on the last Wednesday of May, National Senior Health and Fitness Day is celebrated across the United States. This special day is dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle as we age. In this article, we will discuss the significance of this event, explore some engaging activities taking …

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February is Heart Month!

How to love your heart It’s February which makes us think of Valentine’s Day and many of us turn to the thoughts of hearts, chocolate, red wine and love. Did you also know that February is Heart Month? As a result, this is a good time to make a commitment to getting heart healthy. According …

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Mobility Loss Puts Older Adults at Risk: Research Shows Exercise Can Help

Today’s blog post is a guest post from the MPH online program at Baylor University. November 06, 2019 More than 49 million adults in the United States are now 65 and older, and this number is increasing rapidly, (PDF, 691 KB) External link  according to the U.S. Census Bureau. That growth is fueled by lower fertility and …

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What Does Aging In Place Mean, Why Its Better Than Assisted Living

Defining ‘Aging in Place’ As we age, the question of where to spend our golden years becomes increasingly important. While many consider assisted living facilities, there’s another option that’s gaining traction: aging in place. But what does “aging in place” mean, and how does it compare to other senior living options like assisted living? This …

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POWER! The missing link in the senior exercise program.

Traditionally when we think about power and exercise, we think of elite athletes, sprinters, football players, and weight lifters. But the ability to produce power is a key component of improving function and maintaining independence as we age. In this post I will be referring to power as is pertains to seniors and the aging …

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