It’s so important for you to be active during your senior years – not only to keep you as healthy as possible, but to maintain your independence.

That’s the most important thing for most people as they age – keeping their independence and not being forced into an assisted living space.

The building blocks of fitness for seniors are simple and if you begin following them no matter what your age, you’ll reap many benefits. The trick is to find activities that you enjoy and you’ll stick to.

Even on days you don’t feel like exercising, it’s important that you find ways to move and keep your energy level up.

Below are the key building blocks to keeping fit as you age: Continue reading →

As we age, some of us become lax about exercising and eating properly. Bad habits begin to replace the good ones and we begin to indulge in that bowl of ice cream before bed or skip an exercise routine which leaves us feeling exhausted rather than renewed.

If you’re a senior who has regressed in staying in shape by eating a healthy diet and getting enough exercise, you should know that all of the latest scientific and medical studies indicate that senior fitness improves quality and longevity of life as you age.

Not only does your fitness level improve your body, but it also has a great impact on the brain. Barring any genetic flaws that might cause dementia or Alzheimer’s diseases, diet and exercise keeps our brain ticking at a level that may help to keep us independent for a much longer period of time. Continue reading →