One of the fundamental habits of a super-ager is consistent movement. Being physically active, including building muscle and managing cardio health, helps people thrive as they age. Being physically fit as we age offers a range of benefits, including:

• Maintaining a healthy weight
• Keeping a healthy heart
• Preventing bone loss, falls and injuries

Here’s how:

Maintaining a healthy weight can extend your life- Obesity is a contributor to many causes of death including heart disease and cancer. Having a healthy BMI contributes to longevity. Keeping your weight at an optimal level makes it easier to exercise, remain flexible, and ambulate. Some of the easiest ways to manage a healthy weight include: Continue reading →

The super-ager lifestyle includes developing physical and mental fitness that helps older people defy the aging process. Super agers are in their 70’s, 80’s and 90’s, but they exhibit the health and vitality of people in their 40’s and 50’s. Even though the aging process depletes our bodies, super-agers are able to stave off many of the negative aspects of aging and remain vital and independent.

Eating well, being physically fit, engaging our minds, and being a part of the community are keys to creating a super-ager lifestyle. Finding the synergy between physical, mental, and social fitness helps. Super-agers are highly aware of the importance of what they eat, moving their bodies, and being socially and emotionally active. Thinking like a super-ager can help anyone improve their mental and physical health.

Here’s some tips to help you think like a super-ager: Continue reading →