May 11, 2012 in Fitness, Health, Health Tips, Healthy Living
Sixty-year-old Ester Kurz does a lot of things, but taking prescribed medicine isn’t one of them. While most people her age take a pill for one thing or another, Kurz, from Baltimore, self-prescribes exercise for healthy aging. On a daily basis Kurz, who will turn 61 in June, goes to the Life Time Fitness in ...
March 27, 2012 in Diet & Nutrition, Fitness, Food, Health, Healthy Eating, Healthy Living, Living
The American baby boomer generation isn’t content sitting still – they live full lives working, traveling and pursuing their favorite hobbies. Age is only a number for this determined group whose population is pushing an estimated 78 million. If you are one of the many active baby boomers, you understand your health is a priority, ...
March 26, 2012 in Conditions & Treatments, Diet & Nutrition, Fitness, Health, Health Tips, Healthy Living
You may already know that heart disease is the No. 1 killer in America, and that factors like obesity increase your risk of developing it. But of all the shocking things you know – or believe you know – about heart disease, here’s the statistic that you might find the most eye-opening: 80 percent of ...
September 2, 2010 in Fitness, Technology
Many of us want to embrace a healthier lifestyle, but are looking for some assistance to keep ourselves on track. Luckily, with today’s technology, there are resources online and offline that can be used to help us stay motivated and track progress. Take advantage of your smart phone. Weight Watchers offers an application for iPhone ...
August 27, 2010 in Fitness
Are you a Baby Boomer? If you were born between the years of 1946 to 1964, you are part of the 79.1 million Boomers, comprising 29 percent of the total US population. According to the AARP, every seven seconds a Baby Boomer turns 50! And, about one-third of Americans who take part in sports activities ...
August 23, 2010 in Fitness
When we select a workout program and try to follow it religiously we tend to ignore the finer points and the import of the workout regimen in its totality. Most people concentrate on losing weight, some try to build muscles, and some would exercise simply to remain fit. What is ignored is that any exercise ...
July 30, 2010 in Fitness, Health Tips
With the popularity of movies like Sex and the City and the revival of the 50-year-old fashionista, the 42.9 million baby boomer women in America are approaching aging with confidence and style. While talking about many sensitive topics is no longer off-limits to this vocal group, there still remain several embarrassing health topics that many ...
July 25, 2010 in Diet & Nutrition, Fitness, Health Tips
There’s actually some good news for those at risk for heart disease. Experts say there are several risk factors for heart disease that can be controlled through a combination of behavior and diet. One of the more important of these factors is blood cholesterol. Cholesterol can build up in our arteries and cause blood flow ...
July 19, 2010 in Fitness, Healthy Living
Whether you’re a serious fitness buff or trying to get a little more physical activity, you need to make sure your body has the fuel it needs to keep you going. Protein, Omega-3s and vitamins D and B12 go a long way toward boosting your workout, and can all come from one delicious little source ...
