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Exploring the Many Benefits of Exercise for Arthritis

By Penelope Jane Whiteley January 09, 2023

We all know regular exercise is beneficial: mentally, physically and emotionally. We also know it can be hard to motivate ourselves sometimes, especially if we are dealing with the pain of osteoarthritis…

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The Many Joys Lying in Bed Can Bring to a Senior Woman

By Ann Richardson January 07, 2023

Usually, when anyone writes about the joys of bed, they are thinking of one of two things: the pleasures of a good night’s sleep or, alternatively, of sex. I am a great believer in both…

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The Forgotten Key to Well-Being and What We Can Do About It

By Gloria Thiessen January 06, 2023

There’s an ancient saying that goes something like this: What we give our attention to, grows. If our attention goes to the relentless need to do it all and to please everyone along the way, over time living this way will come at the expense of our health…

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How Should It Feel When You Do Balance Exercises?

By Claudine Aherne January 05, 2023

Do you feel that your balance is not as good as it used to be? Do you sometimes feel unsteady and find yourself looking at the ground when you walk?

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How to Make Lasting Health Changes in 2023 According to Science

By Camilla Moore December 29, 2022

Every year, millions of people around the world make New Year’s resolutions with the hope that they will make positive changes in their lives. But without a clear plan or structure for implementing these changes, it cannot be easy to make progress…

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5 Reasons Older Women Should Lift Weights

By Jane Thurnell-Read December 26, 2022

Many older women think weightlifting is for men, or (at the very least) for younger women. However, the benefits of weightlifting for older women are striking…

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6 Gift Ideas for Fitness Enthusiasts

By Claudine Aherne December 06, 2022

Are you looking for interesting gift ideas? Are your friends or family keen on exercising or hoping to get fitter? Would you like to buy them gifts they will use again and again? Below is a selection of gift ideas perfect for people who want to stay active…

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4 No-Stress Ways to Relieve Back Pain Naturally if You’re 60 and Over

By Jessica Hegg December 04, 2022

While living a healthy life can help keep you active and spry in your later years, there’s still a lot of new aches and pains that start popping up, especially as you approach your 60s and beyond…

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Why the Over-60 Body Loves Pilates

By Christine Kirkland December 01, 2022

Pilates is a workout that helps you build full body strength and mobility, improve your posture, increase flexibility, and so much more. It’s a hidden gem in the world of exercise. But what are the benefits of Pilates for those over 60…

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You Are a Born Mover, so Move!

By Catherine Stifter November 30, 2022

Actually, you were moving long before the day of your birth. Babies in utero kick, punch, get hiccups, suck their thumbs and move their heads. All these movements are vital to the development of bones and joints…

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