Fitness

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Tai Chi: The Elegant Way to Defeat Gravity

Fitness

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Let’s face it: as we mature, the world seems to conspire against us. Stairs get steeper, small rugs become lethal weapons, and gravity seems to enjoy playing tug-of-war with our balance. Forget high-impact aerobics that punish your knees; it’s time to embrace an ancient secret that offers maximum benefits with [...]

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Exercise vs. Yoga in the 50+ Vascular Showdown

Fitness

3 MIN. READ

If you’re part of the glorious 50-plus club, you’ve earned the right to relax. But before you settle into the couch for another epic binge-watching session, listen up: sitting is hazardous to your health. The truth is, that prolonged sedentary time—whether you call it “leisure” or “marathoning that new true [...]

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The Lunge: Why This Exercise is the Single Best Move After 50

Fitness

3 MIN. READ

If your knees groan at the thought of exercise, you’re not alone. Many of us over 50 view the lunge—that staple of fitness classes—with the same suspicion we view unsolicited phone calls. Too much balance! Too much pressure! But here’s the good news: the lunge, particularly the reverse lunge, is [...]

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The Fountain of Youth? It Might Just Be Your Weights

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3 MIN. READ

If you’ve ever felt that a “huff and puff” is now a permanent part of your life, you’re not alone. It’s a fact of life that as we get a little older, our bodies change. Our energy levels might not be what they once were, and that trip to the [...]

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The Snack-Slaying Chemical Compound: How Exercise Creates a Natural Appetite Blocker

Fitness

3 MIN. READ

Remember when we were young and could eat whatever we wanted without gaining an ounce? Ah, the good old days. Now, it seems like just looking at a bagel can add a pound. But what if there was a way to make your body work for you? We all know [...]

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Creaky Joints and a Peaceful Mind: The Unexpected Benefits of Gentle Yoga

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3 MIN. READ

If the thought of “yoga” brings to mind impossibly limber 20-somethings standing on their heads, you’re not alone. But here’s a little secret: yoga isn’t about touching your toes to your nose. It’s about feeling better in your own skin, one gentle stretch at a time. For those of us [...]

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