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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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Today we are talking about Step #1 to Create Successful Results with High Self-esteem, which is to Identify Your Strengths. Write down a list of characteristics you feel you bring to the table in your personal and professional life. Examples of Personal characteristics might be: loyal, patient,…
Today we are talking about Step #1 to Create Successful Results with High Self-esteem, which is to Identify Your Strengths. Write down a list of characteristics you feel you bring to the table in you…
Today we are talking about Step #1 to Create Successful Results with High Self-esteem, which is to Identify Your Strengths. Write down a list of characteristics you feel you bring to the table in your personal and professional life. Examples of Personal characteristics might be: loyal, patient, good mother/father, organizer, reliable. Examples of Professional characteristics might include: hard worker, team player, good leader, good people person (with management and employees). For added input, I strongly recommend you ask your friends, family members, co-workers and significant others…
Anne Bachrach
September 13, 2024 
As we age, it becomes even more important to prioritize our health and wellness. One way to do this is by staying up-to-date with essential health screenings and check-ups. After turning 50, certain preventive health screenings become even more crucial in maintaining good health and catching potenti…
As we age, it becomes even more important to prioritize our health and wellness. One way to do this is by staying up-to-date with essential health screenings and check-ups. After turning 50, certain p…
As we age, it becomes even more important to prioritize our health and wellness. One way to do this is by staying up-to-date with essential health screenings and check-ups. After turning 50, certain preventive health screenings become even more crucial in maintaining good health and catching potential issues early on. In this blog post, we will discuss the top health screenings that individuals over 50 should prioritize to stay on top of their health and well-being. Blood Pressure Screening Regular monitoring of blood pressure is imperative for those over 50, as it's a silent condition that of…
Amy K. Wilson
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Do you struggle to fall asleep? Do you wake up at times with a lot on your mind? Sometimes, our brains just feel like they will not shut off and let us rest.In this episode, I share science-backed sleep strategies rooted in cognitive behavioral therapy. Whether you have a hard time sleeping quite often or you have some occasional worries that keep you up at night, there are some steps you can take to get better sleep. Some of the things I share are: The lifestyle changes that will help you get better quality sleep How to establish a bedtime routine that helps your brain unwind The strategies t…
Amy Morin
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Welcome to the Aging & Spirituality Podcast today, we’ll explore the topic: How to Embrace Mortality Through Grace and Spiritual Wisdom. We often hear the saying, “You only die once, but you can live every day.” To truly live this way, we must wholeheartedly accept our mortality. This acce…
Welcome to the Aging & Spirituality Podcast today, we’ll explore the topic: How to Embrace Mortality Through Grace and Spiritual Wisdom. We often hear the saying, “You only die once, but you c…
Welcome to the Aging & Spirituality Podcast today, we’ll explore the topic: How to Embrace Mortality Through Grace and Spiritual Wisdom. We often hear the saying, “You only die once, but you can live every day.” To truly live this way, we must wholeheartedly accept our mortality. This acceptance can open us to deeper joy and creativity, allowing us to experience life fully.Aging brings subtle reminders of our mortality, but rather than fear it, we can choose to live with grace. Today, we’ll explore how we move from what Freud called the two forces that drive our lives: Libido and T…
Cathy Lee Taylor
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David Cravit
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Ever feel like you don't have enough time to work on yourself to make those positive changes you crave? Well, what if I told you that it doesn't take hours? Did you know that studies show just 10 minutes of focused, intentional action daily can create significant shifts over time? Think …
Ever feel like you don't have enough time to work on yourself to make those positive changes you crave? Well, what if I told you that it doesn't take hours? Did you know that studies show ju…
Ever feel like you don't have enough time to work on yourself to make those positive changes you crave? Well, what if I told you that it doesn't take hours? Did you know that studies show just 10 minutes of focused, intentional action daily can create significant shifts over time? Think about it – that's less time than you probably spend scrolling through social media! See, the secret to big changes isn't in crazy life overhauls. It's about those small, super-consistent habits that work their magic slowly but surely, like how a little seed turns into a giant, beau…
Anne Bachrach
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Ryan Reynolds’ star power is soaring. He’s had a long string of solid hits, but nothing like what the role of Deadpool has done for him - and us. For all of the snark of Deadpool, Ryan, the man, a…
Ryan Reynolds’ star power is soaring. He’s had a long string of solid hits, but nothing like what the role of Deadpool has done for him - and us. For all of the snark of Deadpool, Ryan, the man, also has tremendous depth and pathos that some don’t know as well.Ryan’s father, James, had Parkinson’s disease (PD). James passed away in 2015. By Ryan’s own admission, their relationship was complicated. Now, as a father of four children of his own, Ryan has gained perspective on what it means to be a father and is turning his pain to empowerment for others. Ryan has worked tireless…
Robert Cochrane, PhD
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Today, we delve into the remarkable journey of Dr. Shahana Alibhai, a distinguished family physician and mental health advocate who focuses on youth from equity-deserving neighbourhoods. Shahana grew up in a family that had 72 hours to flee Uganda during the expulsion of Asian minorities under Idi A…
Today, we delve into the remarkable journey of Dr. Shahana Alibhai, a distinguished family physician and mental health advocate who focuses on youth from equity-deserving neighbourhoods. Shahana grew …
Today, we delve into the remarkable journey of Dr. Shahana Alibhai, a distinguished family physician and mental health advocate who focuses on youth from equity-deserving neighbourhoods. Shahana grew up in a family that had 72 hours to flee Uganda during the expulsion of Asian minorities under Idi Amin. She witnessed her parents' resilience, adaptability, and optimism in the face of extreme hardship. Her parents taught her the value of education, gratitude, and giving back. Shahana discusses her struggles with her mental health, including OCD, eating disorders, excessive exercise, the pres…
Tony Chapman
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As a follow up to episode 216 about diet "rules" that actually work, today I'm sharing with you 4 of my personal "rules" that are working for me right now to help me be consistent and avoid decision fatigue when it comes to food and exercise. You certainly don't need to adopt these for yourself but …
As a follow up to episode 216 about diet "rules" that actually work, today I'm sharing with you 4 of my personal "rules" that are working for me right now to help me be consistent and avoid decision f…
As a follow up to episode 216 about diet "rules" that actually work, today I'm sharing with you 4 of my personal "rules" that are working for me right now to help me be consistent and avoid decision fatigue when it comes to food and exercise. You certainly don't need to adopt these for yourself but I hope getting a glimpse into what works for me will help you figure out what works for you. Subscribe, rate, and review this podcast and get a copy of our Weekend Survival Guide as a thank you! Just email a screenshot of your review to admin@estheravant.com and we’ll send it over ASAP! Thanks for…
Esther Avant
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Image via MerlinRunning a small business comes with enough challenges—cybersecurity shouldn't be another thing to stress about, right? Unfortunately, even small businesses can find themselves in the crosshairs of cybercriminals. Thes…
Image via MerlinRunning a small business comes with enough challenges—cybersecurity shouldn't be another thing to stress about, right…
Image via MerlinRunning a small business comes with enough challenges—cybersecurity shouldn't be another thing to stress about, right? Unfortunately, even small businesses can find themselves in the crosshairs of cybercriminals. These threats are real and growing, whether it's a phishing attack, ransomware, or weak passwords. Hackers often see small businesses as easy targets because they assume you don't have the same level of protection as larger companies. But here's the thing: strengthening your defenses doesn't take a lot…
Michael Levitt
September 11, 2024 The Importance of Time Blocking Your Calendar to Your Success Let me share something with you that will transform the way you live and work. It’s called time blocking, and it’s an absolute game-changer. I can’t stress enough the importance of time blocking your calendar and then honoring t…
The Importance of Time Blocking Your Calendar to Your Success Let me share something with you that will transform the way you live and work. It’s called time blocking, and it’s an absolute game…
The Importance of Time Blocking Your Calendar to Your Success Let me share something with you that will transform the way you live and work. It’s called time blocking, and it’s an absolute game-changer. I can’t stress enough the importance of time blocking your calendar and then honoring those time blocks. Did you know that some of the most productive people in the world swear by this technique? Ever heard of Elon Musk, Bill Gates, Michael Hyatt, or Cal Newport? Yeah, they’re all time-blockers. They’re squeezing every drop of productivity from their days, and guess what? You can …
Anne Bachrach
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Image via Flux.1 SchnellEfficient payment processing is a must for any business. Not only does it benefit your customers by giving them convenient payment options, it also helps your business improve its cash flow because payments can …
Image via Flux.1 SchnellEfficient payment processing is a must for any business. Not only does it benefit your customers by giving them…
Image via Flux.1 SchnellEfficient payment processing is a must for any business. Not only does it benefit your customers by giving them convenient payment options, it also helps your business improve its cash flow because payments can reach you much faster. Beyond having an up-to-date process in place, you also have to exercise transparency to gain your customers’ trust. Finally, it’s also crucial to keep up with newer technologies like artificial technology (AI) to future-proof your payment processing.If your current payment…
Michael Levitt
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