All Entries For aging
You Can Teach an Old Body Fit Tricks
I've assumed that as I age, fitness gains won't come as easily. But according to some new research, my logic might be a little faulty.
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Stay Injury Free After 40
Just because you're aging doesn't mean you have to suffer from more injuries. Learn how to stay strong and healthy at any age.
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Lifting Weights Isn't Just For the Young
New research is showing that adults who start a regular strength training program can help minimize muscle loss and increase independence as they age.
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Walking Speed Could Indicate Life Expectancy
I'm a slow walker. I hope that's not bad news for me, because new research claims the walking speed of older adults could determine how long they live.
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Skip the Plastic Surgery-- All You Need is Floss!
You might be surprised at the benefits of regular flossing. Experts say that flossing can do more than plastic surgery to fight the effects of aging.
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Senior Playgrounds Offer New Exercise Options
Who says that playgrounds should be just for kids? London's Hyde Park area is set to open a new outdoor playground specifically geared toward older adults.
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A Younger Look May Mean Living Longer
Have you ever had someone ask your age, and then be shocked at your response? A new study reveals that looking younger may mean you live longer.
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Caring for Your Aging Parents: How Do You Cope?
With life expectancy on the rise, the reality is, many of us will be caring for at least one aging parent within our lifetime.
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Confession: Getting Older Really Stinks, but I Guess it Beats the Alternative
From the minute we are born, the aging process begins, but I refuse to go down without a fight.
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