Running Benefits

Running isn’t just for the young; it’s a beneficial activity for all like Generation X, Millennials, Generation Z, Generation Alpha and Aging Baby Boomers. The key to a successful running routine lies in knowing your body and its limits, while gradually pushing those boundaries for continual improvement. Running, fundamentally instinctive for humans, has evolved from a survival tactic to a globally celebrated sport. Our Experts in this area explore the benefits of running even as we are aging.

One of the main draws of running is its substantial Health benefits. Physically, it boosts cardiovascular health and aids in weight management. Mentally, running is a proven Stress reliever, attributed to the release of endorphins, often referred to as the “runner’s high.” What makes running so accessible is that it requires minimal equipment—just a pair of shoes—and can be done almost anywhere. Running is also a deeply communal activity with running clubs and community races, and we all remember the “Rocky” steps celebrating running as a metaphor for life. Running can be a powerful tool for Baby Boomers looking to maintain their health and vitality. It’s a cardiovascular activity that not only strengthens the heart but also boosts lung capacity and builds muscle strength. It’s also a great way to keep the mind sharp and focused. But running for Baby Boomers isn’t about speed or distance. It’s about setting personal goals, taking it slow, and most importantly, enjoying the journey.

Running Specialists & Contributors

ALLEN KOPELMAN CEO, Nationwide Payment Systems | Host of the B2B Vault: The Biz to Biz Podcast

Anthony Copeland-Parker Tony

Candy Messer Profitability/Growth Advisor, Fractional COO

David Bowers Podcaster

Don Dixon MrDon

Esther Avant Health & Weight Loss Coach

Kirsten Rourke CEO of Rourke Training

Nicole Bernard Podcast Host & Marketing Strategist

Patrick Huey Global Hospitality Executive, Creator & Host At the Podium Podcast

Rebekah Scott Mom, Wife, Designer and Coach

Sue Loncaric Sue Loncaric

Tanveer Naseer Leadership Keynote Speaker and Corporate Trainer, Podcast host "Leadership Biz Cafe"

Tara Lehman Amplifying Leadership

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Law Enforcement Talk: True Crime and Trauma Stories

Living Ageless and Bold

Design Your Life, Your Way - Empowering Women Over 50 to Live Life On Purpose

Pantsuit Politics

The Aging Well Podcast

Brand Rescue: Public Relations Unfiltered

Beyond Coaching: An Impactful Coaching Project Podcast

Looking Forward Our Way

The Upgraded Man

Let's Talk About Love, Sex & Infidelity

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By Brigitte Cutshall

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By Cindy Bertram

No Plan B

By Lee Child

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By Deanna R. Adams

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By Rabbi Edgar J. Weinsberg

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Exit 22: 2nd Edition

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By Marc Joseph

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Living Ageless and Bold

How One Spark Can Change the Direction of Your Life

Gina Sanders is a former Condé Nast executive, founder and CEO of Gina’s Collective, and author of The Spark: Portraits of Purpose. Over nearly three decades in publishing, Gina helped build and launch some of the most iconic magazine brands of their time, including Teen Vogue and Lucky, before p…

Gina Sanders is a former Condé Nast executive, founder and CEO of Gina’s Collective, and author of The Spark: Portraits of Purpose. Over nearly three decades in publishing, Gina helped build and la…

Gina Sanders is a former Condé Nast executive, founder and CEO of Gina’s Collective, and author of The Spark: Portraits of Purpose. Over nearly three decades in publishing, Gina helped build and launch some of the most iconic magazine brands of their time, including Teen Vogue and Lucky, before pivoting into work that supports purpose-driven founders and nonprofit startups creating global impact.   In this episode, Gina sits down with Christina to discuss her unexpected journey from competitive running to advertising, publishing, leadership, and purpose-driven entrepreneurship. She shares …

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Christina Daves June 3, 2026

Podcast Episode

Law Enforcement Talk: True Crime and Trauma Stories

3 Traffic Arrests Hid a Lifetime of Childhood Trauma

3 Traffic Arrests Hid a Lifetime of Childhood Trauma: Her Powerful Journey from Abuse and Addiction to Sobriety and Success. How Childhood Trauma, PTSD, and Alcohol Addiction Nearly Destroyed Her Life Before She Found Healing, Purpose, and Recovery. When most people read an arrest report, they see …

3 Traffic Arrests Hid a Lifetime of Childhood Trauma: Her Powerful Journey from Abuse and Addiction to Sobriety and Success. How Childhood Trauma, PTSD, and Alcohol Addiction Nearly Destroyed Her Lif…

3 Traffic Arrests Hid a Lifetime of Childhood Trauma: Her Powerful Journey from Abuse and Addiction to Sobriety and Success. How Childhood Trauma, PTSD, and Alcohol Addiction Nearly Destroyed Her Life Before She Found Healing, Purpose, and Recovery. When most people read an arrest report, they see facts. The Podcast is available for free on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, also on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, iHeartradio and most major podcast platforms. #Free #Podcast #Radio Three DUI arrests. Alcohol abuse. Traffic stops. Court appearances.  Fines. Probation. A…

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John Jay Wiley June 3, 2026

Article

You Don’t Need Everyone to Agree — You Need Everyone Aligned

The meeting had gone on for two hours. Eight people around the table, and exactly zero of them had changed their position since the first fifteen minutes. The debate was circular, the energy was draining, and the project — a real business opportunity with real dollars attached — was sitting t…

The meeting had gone on for two hours. Eight people around the table, and exactly zero of them had changed their position since the first fifteen minutes. The debate was circular, the energy was dr…

The meeting had gone on for two hours. Eight people around the table, and exactly zero of them had changed their position since the first fifteen minutes. The debate was circular, the energy was draining, and the project — a real business opportunity with real dollars attached — was sitting there collecting dust while everyone tried to win the argument. Finally, the senior leader in the room said what nobody else would: “I don’t need you all to agree. I need us to move.” The room went quiet. And then, slowly, something shifted. That moment stuck with me. Because it captur…

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Doug Thorpe June 2, 2026

Article

Active Aging: Selecting Comfort Contoured Footwear for Travel

For many baby boomers, active retirement is the perfect time to explore the world. Whether it is wandering through historic European cobblestone streets, hiking the scenic national parks of the American Southwest, or taking a multi-generation family cruise, travel keeps us physically active and ment…

For many baby boomers, active retirement is the perfect time to explore the world. Whether it is wandering through historic European cobblestone streets, hiking the scenic national parks of the Americ…

For many baby boomers, active retirement is the perfect time to explore the world. Whether it is wandering through historic European cobblestone streets, hiking the scenic national parks of the American Southwest, or taking a multi-generation family cruise, travel keeps us physically active and mentally engaged. However, these adventures require spending hours on your feet, which can place tremendous strain on your lower body. As we age, our feet undergo natural physiological changes. Over time, the protective fat pads on the soles of our feet gradually thin, and tendons become less ela…

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John Mali June 2, 2026

Article

Merchant Services for High-Risk Businesses: What Happens If You Get Shut Off? 

Nationwide Payment Systems  High-Risk Merchant Services, MATCH List & Pay-by-Bank Learn what high-risk businesses need to know about merchant account shutdowns, MATCH/TMF listings, ACH, pay-by-bank, underwriting, chargebacks, reserves, payment gateways, and getting approved for payment processing. …

Nationwide Payment Systems  High-Risk Merchant Services, MATCH List & Pay-by-Bank Learn what high-risk businesses need to know about merchant account shutdowns, MATCH/TMF listings, ACH, pay-by-bank, …

Nationwide Payment Systems  High-Risk Merchant Services, MATCH List & Pay-by-Bank Learn what high-risk businesses need to know about merchant account shutdowns, MATCH/TMF listings, ACH, pay-by-bank, underwriting, chargebacks, reserves, payment gateways, and getting approved for payment processing. Presented by Allen Kopelman, CEO — Nationwide Payment Systems-Host of B2B Vault: The Biz2Biz Podcast  AI OVERVIEW In a saturated media landscape, B2B Vault: The Biz-to-Biz Podcast delivers data-backed strategic clarity for modern business leaders. Hosted by Allen Kopelman, a seasoned …

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ALLEN KOPELMAN June 2, 2026

Article

What Early-Onset Alzheimer’s Looks Like Day to Day

The Diagnosis That Changes Everything When Catherine received her Early-Onset Alzheimer’s diagnosis in her fifties, it was the kind of news that stops time. For those living through it, especially as a partner and caregiver, the reality doesn’t match what most people imagine from the disease’s…

The Diagnosis That Changes Everything When Catherine received her Early-Onset Alzheimer’s diagnosis in her fifties, it was the kind of news that stops time. For those living through it, especially a…

The Diagnosis That Changes Everything When Catherine received her Early-Onset Alzheimer’s diagnosis in her fifties, it was the kind of news that stops time. For those living through it, especially as a partner and caregiver, the reality doesn’t match what most people imagine from the disease’s name. Early-Onset Alzheimer’s doesn’t announce itself with dramatic memory loss on day one. Instead, it arrives quietly, in small moments that you might dismiss until they start accumulating. What many people don’t realize is that Alzheimer’s progresses differently for everyone. Catherine�…

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Anthony Copeland-Parker June 2, 2026

Podcast Episode

Design Your Life, Your Way - Empowering Women Over 50 to Live Life On Purpose

A Centenarian’s Guide to Designing a Life You Love

She’s 101 years old. She still swims. She goes to Zumba. And she bakes her own bread every week. Betty Morris isn’t an anomaly — she’s a blueprint for designing a life you love. This week’s solo episode is for the woman who doesn’t just want more years, she wants more life in those years…

She’s 101 years old. She still swims. She goes to Zumba. And she bakes her own bread every week. Betty Morris isn’t an anomaly — she’s a blueprint for designing a life you love. This week’s …

She’s 101 years old. She still swims. She goes to Zumba. And she bakes her own bread every week. Betty Morris isn’t an anomaly — she’s a blueprint for designing a life you love. This week’s solo episode is for the woman who doesn’t just want more years, she wants more life in those years! I’m sharing Betty’s four foundational practices for becoming a centenarian, plus one more that I’ve added from my own journey. Whether you’re in your 50s, 60s, or beyond, these practices are ones you can implement today, in whatever form calls to you. In this episode, you’ll discover: …

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Gloria Rand June 2, 2026

Podcast Episode

Pantsuit Politics

The Normie Problem: Can Democrats Win with Platner?

Graham Platner is running for Senate in Maine and trailing a string of controversies — a tattoo with Nazi-era symbolism, old Reddit posts, and now a Wall Street Journal exposé on explicit texts with multiple women. Sarah and Beth use his candidacy as a lens on what we actually want from politicia…

Graham Platner is running for Senate in Maine and trailing a string of controversies — a tattoo with Nazi-era symbolism, old Reddit posts, and now a Wall Street Journal exposé on explicit texts wit…

Graham Platner is running for Senate in Maine and trailing a string of controversies — a tattoo with Nazi-era symbolism, old Reddit posts, and now a Wall Street Journal exposé on explicit texts with multiple women. Sarah and Beth use his candidacy as a lens on what we actually want from politicians: how normal is too normal, what "progressive vs. moderate" names and misses, and whether emotional maturity is a reasonable standard to hold. Plus: a new Instagram obsession and significant news about changes at Pantsuit Politics.Topics discussed:- Graham Platner and the Maine Senate race- Politi…

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Sarah & Beth June 2, 2026

Podcast Episode

The Aging Well Podcast

Why ‘Aging Gracefully’ is a Dangerous Myth with Dr Jerry Mixon | Ep. 406

What if “aging gracefully” is actually the wrong goal?In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff Armstrong sits down with Dr. Jerry Mixon, a physician with over 50 years of clinical experience and a pioneer in clinical longevity and hormone optimization. At 78, Dr. Mixon doesn’t just …

What if “aging gracefully” is actually the wrong goal?In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff Armstrong sits down with Dr. Jerry Mixon, a physician with over 50 years of clinical exper…

What if “aging gracefully” is actually the wrong goal?In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff Armstrong sits down with Dr. Jerry Mixon, a physician with over 50 years of clinical experience and a pioneer in clinical longevity and hormone optimization. At 78, Dr. Mixon doesn’t just talk about aging well—he lives it, running three miles daily and helping patients restore strength, energy, and metabolic health.Dr. Mixon challenges the conventional narrative that decline is inevitable with age. Instead, he presents a proactive approach focused on rebuilding the body’s biologi…

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Jeff Armstrong June 2, 2026

Article

Where Do Ideas Come From?

Ever had a lightning bolt moment where an idea just smacks you out of nowhere? Maybe in the shower, mid-conversation, or while walking your dog? You’re not alone. We’ve all had that experience when an idea seemingly appears from thin air. But where do ideas really come from? What makes them spar…

Ever had a lightning bolt moment where an idea just smacks you out of nowhere? Maybe in the shower, mid-conversation, or while walking your dog? You’re not alone. We’ve all had that experience whe…

Ever had a lightning bolt moment where an idea just smacks you out of nowhere? Maybe in the shower, mid-conversation, or while walking your dog? You’re not alone. We’ve all had that experience when an idea seemingly appears from thin air. But where do ideas really come from? What makes them spark in our minds at the most unexpected times? Ideas are at the core of everything we create. From inventions to novels, businesses to art, everything begins with a thought. And yet, the origin of ideas remains one of the most fascinating and puzzling aspects of the human mind. They're mysterious. The…

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David B. June 1, 2026

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