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Active Aging News @activeagingnews.bsky.social · 1d

Are you trading vascular health for Netflix? Prolonged sitting is stiffening your arteries—but the battle isn't lost. We pit structured exercise against yoga to determine the best path for your 50+ vascular system.
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Exercise vs. Yoga in the 50+ Vascular Showdown

Research shows that exercise is better than yoga for adults 50+. Learn why.

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Active Aging News @activeagingnews.bsky.social · 15d

We're functionally stronger, sharper, and generally better off than previous generations at the same age. Your second act just got a six-year head start. Find out how you are defying aging and the five pillars of "Intrinsic Capacity" where we're winning.
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68 is the New 62: A New Study Proves Your Second Act Starts Younger Than You Think

A major study looking at decades of data from older adults in England and China provides concrete proof that we’re doing better than previous generations.

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Active Aging News @activeagingnews.bsky.social · 28d

Don't let stiff joints and a busy mind cramp your style! Discover the real benefits of yoga for people over 50. Learn how gentle yoga can help you move easier, feel calmer, and enjoy more of the good things in life.

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Creaky Joints and a Peaceful Mind: The Unexpected Benefits of Gentle Yoga

Discover the real benefits of yoga for people over 50. This isn't about standing on your head; it's about staying limber, strong, and sane.

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Active Aging News @activeagingnews.bsky.social · Sep 7

Want to feel as spry as you did in your 30s? This isn't about looking like a bodybuilder; it's about being able to carry all the groceries in one trip and getting up from a low chair without making an "oof" sound.

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Beyond the Treadmill: Why Strength is Your Best Bet for an Active 50+ Life

After 50, it's not about looking like a bodybuilder; it's about being able to get up from a low chair without making an "oof" sound.

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Active Aging News @activeagingnews.bsky.social · Sep 1

So with all the various vaccines out there, which ones are must haves for those 50 and older?

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Your "Golden Years" Must-Haves: The Shot List That Keeps You Young at Heart (And Body)

“Do you ever feel like you’re still paying for things you did in your youth? Turns out, some of those old diseases are sending us the bill. While chickenpox and measles might feel like hazy memories f...

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Active Aging News @activeagingnews.bsky.social · Aug 27

Ever feel like a simple walk just isn't cutting it? While a leisurely stroll is great, it turns out there's a world of difference between walking and hiking. It's more than just a change of scenery, it's a whole new workout for your body and mind!

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Don't Just Walk, Hike! Why a Trail is the Ultimate Upgrade for Your Body and Mind

Research reveals that a walk and a hike engage your body in distinct ways, offering unique benefits for your muscles, heart, and even your brain.

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Active Aging News @activeagingnews.bsky.social · Aug 17

Tummy time isn’t just for babies anymore! Thanks to social media, adults are giving it a try to tackle common posture problems.

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Forget Gym Trends: Is This Simple Move the Key to Better Posture?

Tummy-time, putting an infant on their stomach to build strength for sitting, crawling, and eventually walking, is equally important for adults with neck and back pain.

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Active Aging News @activeagingnews.bsky.social · Jul 21

Ever heard of alternate-day fasting? That's when you fast for 24 hours every other day. Well recent research shows that doing that rather than continuously cutting back on calories is a better way to lose weight.

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Shedding Pounds and Boosting Health: The Unexpected Power of Alternate-Day Fasting

Research shows that Alternate-Day Fasting shows a small-to-moderate additional benefit in weight loss compared to continuous calorie restriction.

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Active Aging News @activeagingnews.bsky.social · Jul 12

Cheryl Tiegs, a name synonymous with supermodel status, captivated the world with her stunning presence. Yet, some of her most iconic moments, the very images that cemented her legendary career, were never planned.

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How Cheryl Tiegs Redefines What It Means to Age Gracefully

Two of Cheryl Tiegs' most iconic SI Swimsuit covers were completely unplanned.

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Active Aging News @activeagingnews.bsky.social · Jul 9

Imagine a “drug” that prevents cancer recurrence, boosts survival rates, and has virtually no side effects – and you don’t need a prescription or a pharmacy to get it. Sound too good to be true?
#wellness #exercise #chemotherapy #activeagingnews

Groundbreaking Study Confirms: Exercise Beats Chemo for Cancer Survival

A groundbreaking global study recently revealed that exercise outperforms costly chemotherapy in preventing colon cancer from coming back.

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Active Aging News @activeagingnews.bsky.social · Jun 29

Prevailing research suggests that being mentally tough might just be your secret weapon for living longer, especially if you're a woman.
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The Mind-Body Connection: How Mental Toughness May Add Years to Your Life

Prevailing research suggests that being mentally tough might just be your secret weapon for living longer, especially if you're a woman

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Active Aging News @activeagingnews.bsky.social · Jun 7

Have you heard of the “Blue Zones”? These are geographical regions where people consistently live remarkably longer and healthier lives than the rest of the world, often reaching the age of 100 and beyond with vitality.
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Why People in Blue Zones Live Decades Longer

The Blue Zones offer valuable insights for those seeking to improve their health and longevity, regardless of their geographical location.

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Active Aging News @activeagingnews.bsky.social · May 16

May is mental health month so we thought we’d take a look into a major source of mental health anxiety some of us may come across – the workplace.

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Feeling the Strain? Navigating Mental Health Challenges at Work

Our mental well-being is deeply intertwined with our work lives, impacting our engagement and how effectively we perform our jobs.

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Active Aging News @activeagingnews.bsky.social · May 14

Let’s face it, convincing some seniors to swap their favorite armchair for a pair of sneakers can feel like herding cats… wearing tiny resistance bands. Learn how the 7 A's of active aging can help reverse this trend.
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The 7 A's of Active Aging

Learn 7 ways people and communities can ensure senior men will embrace and enjoy fitness

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Active Aging News @activeagingnews.bsky.social · May 5

We cannot think of an exercise that's more simple and impactful than walking. See why you should incorporate it in your daily routine.

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Walking is Your Superpower for Healthy Aging

We cannot think of an exercise that's more simple and impactful than walking. See why you should incorporate it in your fitness routine.

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Active Aging News @activeagingnews.bsky.social · Apr 28

Hydrogen Rich Water (HRW) offers some intriguing health and wellness benefits. In this series of articles we explain what it is, how it benefits you both physically and mentally and how you can add it to your daily wellness regimen.

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Fountain of Youth... In a Glass? The Buzz About Hydrogen Water for Seniors

Hydrogen enriched water can be a boon to seniors based on recent research. In this first of 3 articles, we examine the research and the claims.

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Active Aging News @activeagingnews.bsky.social · Apr 23

agreed 🙂

Active Aging News @activeagingnews.bsky.social · Apr 23

Another diet?!? Hold on, you're going to like this one. It combines both the Mediterranean and DASH diets and is scientifically proven to work.
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Forget Memory Loss: This Diet Rewires Your Brain for Sharpness

The MIND diet is a powerful fusion of the heart-healthy Mediterranean and DASH diets, strategically designed to shield your brain from the ravages of age.

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Active Aging News @activeagingnews.bsky.social · Apr 11

Hip airplanes are a great way to attack 3 muscle groups; hips, legs and core. And what’s really great, is they don’t have to be performed at a gym.
#hipairplanes #legitintelligence #hips #legs #core

Keep Your Hips, Balance and Core Strong with This Daily Exercise

Many of our readers expressed interest in improving their flexibility and mobility. Hip Airplanes are a low impact, dynamic balance exercise that targets the entire lower half of the body. They mimic ...

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Active Aging News @activeagingnews.bsky.social · Apr 10

Yoga consists of myriads of poses, or asanas. One popular pose is the warrior-themed yoga post known as the Virabhadrasana series, or more commonly the Warrior Poses. It is an attempt to connect yoga to the warrior mindset.
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The Powerful Yoga Virabhadrasana Series (Warrior Poses)

Yoga consists of myriads of poses, or asanas. One popular pose is the warrior-themed yoga post known as the Virabhadrasana series, or more commonly the Warrior Poses. It is an attempt to connect yoga ...

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Active Aging News @activeagingnews.bsky.social · Apr 9

Essentrics is a low-impact, full-body workout program created in the 1990s by Miranda Esmonde-White, a former ballerina. It combines elements of tai chi, ballet, and physiotherapy to provide a dynamic blend of strengthening and stretching movements.
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Essentrics: A Low Impact Exercise Program Perfect For Older Adults

Essentrics is a low-impact, full-body workout program created in the 1990s by Miranda Esmonde-White, a former ballerina.

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Active Aging News @activeagingnews.bsky.social · Apr 4

How many of us have come home so exhausted, you just want to collapse into bed. But we know we have to take the time to change into our sleeping clothes and brush our teeth. It’s no different with exercising.
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