There are many studies that point to the positive effects of exercise among older adults. These results add to a growing body of evidence that suggests physical activity can lower the risk of heart disease. The key point this research...
Walks have physical health, mental health, brain, and pleasure benefits.
In addition to improving physical health, walking provides brain and mental health benefits, too, including mood lift, creativity, memory improvement, and even less ruminative and negative thinking. Walking can also reduce symptoms...
When we think about the benefits of exercise , we usually think of better sleep, more energy, maintaining a healthy weight, stronger muscles or a healthier heart. These are all true. But we rarely consider the immediate effects that...
Sometimes, the the most obvious, common-sense lists like these are what we need to see and hear. We need to be reminded that many of the answers are not difficult. This Kiplinger article highlights seven areas of retirement that...
Sage advice from recent octogenarian Gary Forster in his recent post.
"It’s a question we’ll face at some point on our journey. It’s really about the choices we make as we age. Life can be harder or easier based on...
The article defines a 'SuperAger as someone in their 80s or older who exhibits cognitive function that is comparable to that of an average middle-aged individual. Additionally, this group has been shown to exhibit less brain volume loss.
It is...
The creator of Booming Encore and author of this article is setting out on a project this year to make a change in her life-and she is sharing the journey with readers.
“If you want to age well, get comfortable...
This Kiplinger article includes some great ideas for those of you who enjoy gardening.
The broader message for any activity we enjoy is to figure out ways to adjust to be able to do what you enjoy. Don't stop- keep...
We all need a little inspiration for things we want and need to do. Founder of Booming Encore and author Susan Williams set out and accomplisher her '60 Before 60' project.
She recalls, "Just before my 59th birthday, I realized...
As the author point out..."There’s a growing fascination with longevity and with good reason. Most of us are going to be “old”, whatever that means, for a lot longer than our ancestors. Modern man has been on the planet...
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