It is a name synonymous with Australian sporting folklore. By the time the Oarsome Foursome’s James Tomkins took part in the Beijing Olympic trials in 2008, he had won three Olympic gold medals and was a seven-time world champion. But on this particular day, he was not feeling himself. As the crew went through their…
It’s a crisp, winter morning, but the cool breeze isn’t stopping Caroline Holliday from hitting the water for a surf. “For one morning a week, I can do something I absolutely love,” she smiled. Ms Holliday, 68, is a member of the Gold Coast Granny Grommets, a fun-loving group for women over 50 who enjoy…
Not so long ago, Brian Valenza woke up at 4:30 a.m. every morning to tackle the day head-on, a habit he inherited from his years of service with the Navy SEALs. At 48, he’s sleeping in. Valenza, the CEO of a security firm and co-host of a network of longevity retreats said he still keeps…
Metrics like BMI or weight won’t tell the full story of how your body truly functions. Instead, movement challenges show whether you’ve maintained balance, control, and strength as you age, says Amanda Dvorak, certified personal trainer at Garage Gym Reviews. That’s why we learned the top exercises you should be able to do at 60…
Monitoring daily step counts can be an easy way of gauging how active you have been volkerpreusser/Alamy We are often told to aim for 10,000 steps a day to maintain good health, but it turns out that taking just 7000 steps every 24 hours can significantly reduce the risk of conditions such as heart disease,…
Richard Sagredo Walking just slightly faster helps older people stay active for longer, and stave off frailty. Taking just 14 steps per minute more than their usual pace led to “meaningful” improvements in physical well-being for seniors who were frail or at risk of becoming frail, according to new findings. The research team explained that…
When you’re exhausted, starting a new exercise routine may sound like a nightmare, but a new study suggests getting active could be the secret to a good night’s sleep. Scientists in China reviewed existing clinical trial data and found that certain forms of exercise, including yoga and jogging, that appeared to help people sleep longer…
As you age, your body naturally changes. Once you hit your 50s, habits like strength training, balanced nutrition, stress management, and sleep optimization become more important than ever before. If you’re ready to take charge of your health, allow Elizabeth Brown, MS, RDN, CPT, The Kitchen Vixen™, to serve as major inspiration. She shares the…
Once you’re over 50, it’s a wise move to re-evaluate your workout routine. Whether you aim to strengthen and tone your body or shed stubborn fat, optimizing your approach is crucial. Strength training and Pilates are both stellar workouts that deliver results—but which reigns supreme for your goals? To break down the differences between the…
Summary: A new study reveals that the mental health benefits of exercise depend not just on the amount of physical activity, but also on the context in which it occurs. Researchers found that leisure-time activities like yoga or team sports tend to improve mood more than obligatory tasks like housework. Factors such as social interactions,…
