Health and Fitness

Pilates is often misunderstood, especially for women over 60 who might feel that their age or physical condition makes it challenging to engage in new forms of exercise. But the truth is, Pilates is one of the most effective, adaptable…

Yoga mats are essential for ensuring a comfortable and effective practice, providing the necessary support and stability for various poses. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi with years of experience or a beginner just starting your yoga journey, a good mat can enhance…

As women age, they face a variety of health challenges, and hearing loss is a common concern for those in their 60s and beyond. Despite the availability of treatments and hearing aids, accessing hearing healthcare can be fraught with administrative hurdles…

While in some parts of the country it feels like summer simply won’t let up, in other parts the cooler temperatures are really starting to set in. As you make adventurous plans to exercise outdoors this fall, whether it’s hiking, cycling, jogging, you name it…

There’s been a lot of talk about the pelvic floor and how it weakens with age. Exercise has been said to help, but is that really the case? The pelvic floor is a group of muscles within the pelvis. These muscles act like a hard-working team to hold…

In popular culture, there seem to be two extremes when it comes to weight and self-acceptance. One says that everyone needs to have a normal BMI, the other states you’re fine just the way you are. According to the former, any pound over a “normal” BMI…

Let’s do a quick word association game: What comes to mind when you think of weight lifting? If you’re like most people, one or more of the following popped into your head: Big beefy muscles; Lots of grunting, sweating, and strutting…

We have all read about the need to embrace continuous learning and why it is so beneficial to stay active both physically and mentally, as we age. Maintaining our mental acuity and cognitive vitality becomes increasingly important with each passing year…

As part of the research I had to do for my upcoming book, I’ve spoken to many experts in healthy ageing. One theme always keeps coming back: resistance training…

Anyone who has ever done Pilates or taken a Yoga class knows that one of the great benefits derived from those types of classes is the relaxation and sense of well-being that comes from an hour of deep, deliberate breathing…