The list of benefits that come with hiking is long, esp. for aging adults.
Work It Out in the Pool
As we age, it becomes ever more important that we maintain a regular exercise routine. But the reality is, as we age, we also become more susceptible to injury and chronic discomfort due to our regular exercise routine. It’s kind of a Catch-22. The wear-and-tear of...
No Time for the Gym? Try These Chair Exercises at Home
The key to maintaining your health, especially as you age, is to remain active. Countless studies and reports have found that daily moderate exercise is key to helping prevent life threatening diseases and debilitating falls. Seniors are highly encouraged to keep...
Exercises for Hip Injuries
You put a lot of wear and tear on your hips. That’s just part of life. And for the most part, your hips are designed to take the abuse. According to WebMD, this largest of the body’s ball-and-socket joints is designed to endure the impact of both your daily routine...
Balance Training Is Proven to Prevent Falls
A new study published by researchers at the French Institute of Health and Medical Research found that exercises that improve balance can also help to prevent falls and injuries caused by falls in seniors. Lead researcher Fabienne El-Khoury said that “reducing the...
Senior Triathlons
Everyday, we’re rewriting the book on how seniors are supposed to behave. As Americans live longer, healthier and more active lives, the stereotype of the knitting granny in a rocker is becoming less relevant all the time. In fact, for many, retirement offers the...
