sixtyandme logo

Search Results for: aging well

Goat Yoga?!? Weird and Wonderful Gentle Yoga Trends Seniors Will Love!

By Janet Basilone August 16, 2018

Yoga is a robust and still-growing sector of the health and wellness industry. Its popularity is being driven in no small part by boomers and healthcare providers who see it as an eminently accessible way to increase flexibility and muscle strength. Read More

Former Tennis Pro, Chris Evert, Gives Fitness Tips *Just for Boomers*

By Sixty and Me August 15, 2018

“I’m too tired.” “I don’t have time.” “I don’t have the right equipment.” “It hurts my bones/muscles/brain.” The laundry list of excuses that all of us have for not exercising is seemingly never-ending and finding the time and motivation to stay active and fit is something that many of us struggle with. Read More

Happy 60th Birthday Madonna – We’re Crazy for You!

By Margaret Manning August 15, 2018

Everyone knows that Madonna Louise Ciccone is an American singer, songwriter, actress, and businesswoman.

However, these words hardly describe the enormous impact she has had on music, fashion and culture. Even now, on her 60th birthday on August 16, she is challenging aging stereotypes and telling older women that they do not have to be invisible. Read More

4 Surprising Ways an Invisibility Cloak May Offer Freedom in Mid-Life

By Jan Moore August 15, 2018

Many women say they feel invisible as they age. Feeling invisible when you want to be noticed and acknowledged is one side of the coin. Other women, though, feel relief when mid-life attracts less unwelcome attention. Read More

It’s Never Too Late to Get in Shape! 3 Steps to Success

By Margaret Manning August 15, 2018

We all know that getting in shape is essential to getting the most from life after 60. So, why do so few of us actually achieve our fitness goals? It’s not a lack of motivation or discipline. In my opinion, most of us simply don’t have a plan. As a result, we never get started. Or, we start too aggressively and burn out before we get the results we deserve. So, today, I would like to share an article with you that offers 3 steps to getting in better shape after 50. I hope you will share your workout plans with us as well. Join us for a cup of tea (or coffee) and a chat. And, if you enjoy the show, please tell one friend about us today. Your support means so much to me! Read More

How Do You Really Feel About Your Age?

By Stephanie Raffelock August 14, 2018

In the summer months, they crowd the waiting area where I get my hair trimmed. They are filled with laughter and secrets and a great deal of joy.

When I see them, I know immediately that they are either bachelorettes out for a day of primping and camaraderie or they’re getting ready for a wedding that’s about to happen. Read More

What’s New in Your World? August 12, 2018

By Margaret Manning August 12, 2018

Hi everyone! Here are the biggest news stories for August 12, 2018 along with a few of my own thoughts. I also have a fascinating question to ask all of you. I hope that you will join the discussion! Read More

Christie Brinkley Shares Her Secret for Feeling and Looking Young

By Sixty and Me August 10, 2018

In this youth-crazed society that we live in, it seems that there is always a new serum or superfood on the market promising a youthful glow and never-ending energy.

Unfortunately, most of these supposed “miracle” products are filled with empty promises that often fall short of delivering. Read More

Shocking Bankruptcy Spike Among Older Adults Has Implications for Individuals and Society

By Margaret Manning August 07, 2018

It’s no surprise that many older adults are struggling financially. Between the Great Recession, which wiped out many of our savings, rising medical costs and low interest rates, baby boomers are in a tricky spot, financially speaking. Read More

5 Good Reasons to Work at Home in Retirement: Yes, You Can Be Productive in Your Pajamas!

By Debra Englander August 02, 2018

Some positions require you to work at an office, hold meetings or have face-to-face interactions with clients and colleagues – and these may not be as effective when done virtually. Read More