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Stay Active: The Benefits of Exercise for Baby Boomers
Exercise isn’t just a young person’s game. For Baby Boomers, staying active is crucial for maintaining health, happiness, and independence. Being active as a baby boomer is not just about adding years to your life, but life to your years. Exercise offers a multitude of benefits, from improved physical health to enhanced mental well-being. You can create a sustainable and enjoyable fitness routine in your journey to better health and making the most of your golden years with energy and vitality.
In this area of the site, we explore how regular aerobic exercise, such as walking, cycling or swimming, enhances heart health, lowers blood pressure, and reduces the risk of heart disease. How strength training helps maintain muscle mass and bone density, crucial for mobility and reducing the risk of osteoporosis in seniors. And realizing that one of the real benefits of participating in group exercises like Yoga and Tai Chi, is the social interaction and boosted motivation you get by being held accountable.
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Finding Your Purpose: How to Discover What Truly Drives You and Unlock Your PotentialHave you ever felt lost or unsure about your direction in life? Many people struggle to find their purpose.It’s normal to question what truly drives you and gives your life meaning.Finding your purpose…
Finding Your Purpose: How to Discover What Truly Drives You and Unlock Your PotentialHave you ever felt lost or unsure about your direction in life? Many people struggle to find their purpose.…
Finding Your Purpose: How to Discover What Truly Drives You and Unlock Your PotentialHave you ever felt lost or unsure about your direction in life? Many people struggle to find their purpose.It’s normal to question what truly drives you and gives your life meaning.Finding your purpose is about discovering what makes you feel alive and fulfilled. It’s not always easy, but it’s worth the effort.Your purpose can give your life direction and help you make decisions that align with your values.In this blog, you shall start finding your purpose by reflecting on what matter…
Beth Elkassih
December 23, 2024 
For six Fridays, from mid-November through Dec. 20, we met online to look at clips of classic Christmas movies through the lens of the Hero’s Journey. Joseph Campbell is credited with creating the form that helps us understand how our stories all fit together into what he called the monomyth. Rega…
For six Fridays, from mid-November through Dec. 20, we met online to look at clips of classic Christmas movies through the lens of the Hero’s Journey. Joseph Campbell is credited with creating the f…
For six Fridays, from mid-November through Dec. 20, we met online to look at clips of classic Christmas movies through the lens of the Hero’s Journey. Joseph Campbell is credited with creating the form that helps us understand how our stories all fit together into what he called the monomyth. Regardless of culture, language, time period or geography, as a species, humans are hardwired to understand and seek out stories to help us feel more connected to others. Christmas, regardless of whether or not you celebrate its religious elements, is omnipresent in the U.S. and many other parts of t…
Robert Cochrane, PhD
December 22, 2024 
128 Fall Prevention Strategies for the Elderly: Insights from Hospice Explained Fall Prevention Strategies for the Elderly: Insights from Hospice Explained In episode 128 of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher, RN, discusses crucial fall prevention strategies for the elderly. She shares a person…
128 Fall Prevention Strategies for the Elderly: Insights from Hospice Explained Fall Prevention Strategies for the Elderly: Insights from Hospice Explained In episode 128 of Hospice Explained, host …
128 Fall Prevention Strategies for the Elderly: Insights from Hospice Explained Fall Prevention Strategies for the Elderly: Insights from Hospice Explained In episode 128 of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher, RN, discusses crucial fall prevention strategies for the elderly. She shares a personal experience with falling and highlights various factors contributing to falls, including age, medication, environmental hazards, and pride. Marie emphasizes the importance of clear walking spaces, proper footwear, reviewing medications with healthcare providers, and the benefits of physical therap…
Marie Betcher
December 22, 2024 
Conflict during the holidays can steal your joy—but it doesn’t have to. In this video, I’m sharing The Eagle Eye Exercise, a proven 3-step method to rise above family tension, shift your perspective, and transform conflict into connection. Whether you’re dealing with sibling spats, in-law dr…
Conflict during the holidays can steal your joy—but it doesn’t have to. In this video, I’m sharing The Eagle Eye Exercise, a proven 3-step method to rise above family tension, shift your perspec…
Conflict during the holidays can steal your joy—but it doesn’t have to. In this video, I’m sharing The Eagle Eye Exercise, a proven 3-step method to rise above family tension, shift your perspective, and transform conflict into connection. Whether you’re dealing with sibling spats, in-law drama, or stressful conversations, this tool will help you handle it with wisdom and grace.Stick around to hear my personal story of how this strategy changed my holidays and discover how it can change yours too. Plus, grab the free downloadable guide linked below to practice these steps whenever yo…
Red Wallace
December 20, 2024 
Comprehending the Immune System The immune system is our body's defense mechanism, designed to protect us from harmful invaders such as bacteria and viruses. It consists of a complex network of cells, tissues, and organs that work in unison to detect and eliminate threats. Key players in this system…
Comprehending the Immune System The immune system is our body's defense mechanism, designed to protect us from harmful invaders such as bacteria and viruses. It consists of a complex network of cells,…
Comprehending the Immune System The immune system is our body's defense mechanism, designed to protect us from harmful invaders such as bacteria and viruses. It consists of a complex network of cells, tissues, and organs that work in unison to detect and eliminate threats. Key players in this system include white blood cells, antibodies, and other components that target and neutralize foreign substances. Understanding how this intricate system functions can help you take steps to support and enhance it. When the immune system identifies a pathogen, it triggers a response aimed at eradicating t…
Amy K. Wilson
December 20, 2024 Xmas is coming the goose is getting fat, Time to put a penny in the old man's hat. If you haven’t got a penny a ha'penny will do, If you haven’t got a ha’penny then God bless you!Are you happy? It appears that as we age, we become more optimistic and happy according to a survey done in…
Xmas is coming the goose is getting fat, Time to put a penny in the old man's hat. If you haven’t got a penny a ha'penny will do, If you haven’t got a ha’penny then God bless you!Are you …
Xmas is coming the goose is getting fat, Time to put a penny in the old man's hat. If you haven’t got a penny a ha'penny will do, If you haven’t got a ha’penny then God bless you!Are you happy? It appears that as we age, we become more optimistic and happy according to a survey done in 2024/The survey done by AARP in the fall shows that most older adults are optimistic about their future, with happiness increasing with age. As we move to the end of 2024 and celebrate Christmas focus on your sense of purpose and joy. The holidays allow us to engage in activities that bring fulfi…
Royce Shook
December 20, 2024 
Discover how to maintain your independence and mobility without strenuous exercise routines. Learn the simple, proven strategies to prevent physical decline, protect your family's wealth from healthcare costs, and ensure you can stay active throughout your entire life – no gym membership required.…
Discover how to maintain your independence and mobility without strenuous exercise routines. Learn the simple, proven strategies to prevent physical decline, protect your family's wealth from healthca…
Discover how to maintain your independence and mobility without strenuous exercise routines. Learn the simple, proven strategies to prevent physical decline, protect your family's wealth from healthcare costs, and ensure you can stay active throughout your entire life – no gym membership required....................🚀 LEVEL UP WITH HOST KAJ• FREE 15-min consultation: Book now on my Discovery Call Calendar here: https://www.thekajmasterclass.live/services• Be a guest on my show: Connect on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/kaj• Create pro livestr…
Khudania Ajay
December 19, 2024 
🎄 All We Need for Christmas is… HEALTH 🎄Without health, we have nothing. But with it? We can work on our happiness, finances, relationships, and growth. Health is the cornerstone of self-empowerment. There’s nothing more debilitating than feeling helpless or like a victim at the…
🎄 All We Need for Christmas is… HEALTH 🎄Without health, we have nothing. But with it? We can work on our happiness, finances, relationships, and growth. Health is the cornerstone of…
🎄 All We Need for Christmas is… HEALTH 🎄Without health, we have nothing. But with it? We can work on our happiness, finances, relationships, and growth. Health is the cornerstone of self-empowerment. There’s nothing more debilitating than feeling helpless or like a victim at the mercy of life’s circumstances. While we can’t always control what happens, we can control how we respond—what we think, how we feel, and the actions we take. I’m all for changing what we can and letting go of the rest. Taking responsibility for our lives and creating our reality starts with…
Julie Kennedy
December 19, 2024 
In this episode we speak with Molly McNamee about overloading the nervous system with excessive exercise.Molly is an online fitness coach and the founder of MFit Workouts. She specializes in exercise for nervous system regulation and anxiety. She believes that the secret to looking your best lies …
In this episode we speak with Molly McNamee about overloading the nervous system with excessive exercise.Molly is an online fitness coach and the founder of MFit Workouts. She specializes in exercis…
In this episode we speak with Molly McNamee about overloading the nervous system with excessive exercise.Molly is an online fitness coach and the founder of MFit Workouts. She specializes in exercise for nervous system regulation and anxiety. She believes that the secret to looking your best lies in your stress… or more specifically your stress hormones. Her mission is to help people use exercise to calm stress so the body can actually feel safe letting go of excess fat.Learning Points:• What are symptoms of nervous system dysregulation? • How can excessive exercise impair our he…
Cathy Biase
December 18, 2024 
In case you missed this episode that originally aired December 2021, we invite you to listen and experience this meditation guided by Doctor Charles Florendo. The session is based on a breathing system that I highly recommend. Details are mentioned before the end of this episode. Do let us know how …
In case you missed this episode that originally aired December 2021, we invite you to listen and experience this meditation guided by Doctor Charles Florendo. The session is based on a breathing syste…
In case you missed this episode that originally aired December 2021, we invite you to listen and experience this meditation guided by Doctor Charles Florendo. The session is based on a breathing system that I highly recommend. Details are mentioned before the end of this episode. Do let us know how you feel after trying this short session. How’s your breathing? Do you experience difficulties or other issues related to your breathing? Then this episode can help you. Welcome to this special episode where we feature a different way of being mindful of the breath. The Buteyko Breathing Techniq…
Sel Gaston
December 18, 2024 
GET YOUR HEAD & HEART IN THE GAME! In this episode, Hersh welcomes Jeff and Liz Spitzer from Head Heart Health to discuss belonging and self-acceptance. Jeff and Liz share their journey in service-oriented business and coaching, highlighting the importance of positive recognition and emotional h…
GET YOUR HEAD & HEART IN THE GAME! In this episode, Hersh welcomes Jeff and Liz Spitzer from Head Heart Health to discuss belonging and self-acceptance. Jeff and Liz share their journey in service…
GET YOUR HEAD & HEART IN THE GAME! In this episode, Hersh welcomes Jeff and Liz Spitzer from Head Heart Health to discuss belonging and self-acceptance. Jeff and Liz share their journey in service-oriented business and coaching, highlighting the importance of positive recognition and emotional health in families. The conversation covers distinctions between emotional and mental health and the role of thoughts, feelings, and actions in health coaching. They also touch on aging, recent health research, exercise benefits, and online vs. in-person connections, ending with advice on making incr…
Hersh Rephun
December 18, 2024 
Friendship During Grief: Supporting Loved Ones Through LossGrief can change friendships in unexpected ways. Some friends step up with amazing support, while others fade away.Friendship during grief often involves simply being there, even when words fail.Your grieving friend may need diff…
Friendship During Grief: Supporting Loved Ones Through LossGrief can change friendships in unexpected ways. Some friends step up with amazing support, while others fade away.Friendship during …
Friendship During Grief: Supporting Loved Ones Through LossGrief can change friendships in unexpected ways. Some friends step up with amazing support, while others fade away.Friendship during grief often involves simply being there, even when words fail.Your grieving friend may need different types of support at different times. Sometimes they’ll want to talk about their loss. Other times, they may prefer a distraction.The key is to listen without judgment and follow their lead.Remember, there’s no perfect way to support a grieving friend. Small acts of kindness can mea…
Beth Elkassih
December 18, 2024 
