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Up Against the Wall: Easy Wall Yoga for Seniors

By Sixty and Me January 04, 2014

If you have been postponing trying yoga for seniors because you lack the correct equipment, that excuse is about to crumble. Mats, blankets, blocks and straps can make nice additions to yoga practice, but they aren’t strictly necessary. All you need for the following yoga poses is your breath, a willingness to move and a smooth wall. Here are a few easy yoga poses you can do at home. Read More

Winter Skin Care Tips for Women Over 60

By Margaret Manning December 21, 2013

Winter has its own special magic and charm. On cold nights you get a warm inner glow when you snuggle up under a blanket with a mug of hot chocolate, reading a book or watching a movie. However, as soon as you turn on the heater in your home, or venture out into the winter weather, your skin begins to suffer. Read More

6 Heartwarming Films for Women Over 60

By Margaret Manning December 13, 2013

Winter is an ideal time to cozy up on the couch and enjoy a good movie – after all, when the nights are dark and the weather is cold, we need to find ways to stay entertained while enjoying the comforts of home! It can sometimes be hard to find good, positive films for women over 60 – Hollywood doesn’t seem to make many movies for “grownups” any more; most of the big budget Hollywood movies are made for teenagers. Read More

Down with Chairs! Using Yoga for Arthritis

By Sixty and Me December 06, 2013

You are probably endangering your health even as you read this article. No, we’re not talking about whatever food or beverage you may be consuming.

While eating right is certainly important to achieving wellness, there’s another equally important factor that is rarely mentioned in the news: where and how you sit. Read More

6 Places to Buy Fashionable Glasses for Older Women

By Margaret Manning November 23, 2013

For years, I searched for the perfect place to find fashionable glasses for older women. No matter where I looked, something was always wrong. Either the styles were old-fashioned and boring or the selection was poor. Read More

Home Based Business Ideas for Women Over 60

By Margaret Manning November 04, 2013

Many women over 60 would love to earn some extra money on the side – whether we’re winding down our careers or looking to make our retirement savings last longer, extra cash is always welcome. But how can women over 60 make money, especially while working a flexible schedule and doing interesting work?

Fortunately, the Internet makes it more possible than ever before for women to make money working from home. Read More

6 Freelance Jobs that are Perfect for Retired Business Professionals

By Margaret Manning October 30, 2013

There is a good reason that the “free” is part of the word freelance. Technology and an acceptance of remote working among employers are giving this new style of working a boost. If you are retired, or considering retirement, and have ever dreamt of working from home or independent locations, freelancing may be an attractive option for you. Read More

Vintage Clothing – Step Back in Time and Look Amazing

By Margaret Manning October 10, 2013

Women over 60 have many options for how to be stylish; fortunately, more clothing designers and manufacturers are starting to understand the potential of selling fashionable clothes to women our age. But one of the biggest trends in fashion right now for women of all ages is Read More

What are the Benefits of Learning a Second Language after 60?

By Margaret Manning September 25, 2013

One of the biggest myths about women over 60 is that we live in a “shrinking world” and we’re not interested in learning new things. Nothing could be further from the truth! Read More

Homemade Skin Care Recipes that Actually Work

By Margaret Manning September 11, 2013

Taking care of our skin as we get older is one of the most visible ways for women over 60 to keep looking healthy and vibrant. But how do you know the “right way” to take care of your skin without wasting money on chemical potions that might leave your skin dry and irritated? Read More