Why Strength Training Is Essential for Seniors to Maintain Independence As we age, staying independent becomes one of the most important factors in maintaining quality of life. Simple daily activities like getting out of a chair, climbing stairs, carrying groceries, or walking confidently through a parking lot all rely on strength, balance, mobility, and coordination. […]
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The Importance of Exercise for Maintaining Independence
One of the greatest desires people have as they age is the ability to remain independent — to continue living life on their own terms, safely and confidently. Whether it’s walking through the grocery store, climbing stairs, traveling, playing with grandchildren, golfing, gardening, or simply getting up from a chair without assistance, maintaining independence begins
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Eat Better, Feel Better
What if you ate better for the next 30 days? How much would your weight decrease? How would you feel? Let’s give it a go… Step #1: Clean the junk out. Step one is simple: get rid of all the junk food that currently resides in your home, office and car. Go through with a
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Obesity – Our Biggest Pandemic
While the world is currently focused on a higher-profile pandemic, there is another, quieter one that kills over 2.8 million people globally each year: obesity. In fact, studies suggest that obesity is the leading controllable cause of death in the U.S., accounting for 18% of all deaths of those between age 40 and 85; it’s linked
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