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Optimizing Exercise for Older Adults with Mobility Issues
As we age, it’s not uncommon to experience some type of mobility issue. This can include everything from pain in our joints to problems with balance. For older adults, these issues can make it difficult to stay active and get the exercise they need. However, there are ways to optimize exercise for those with mobility…
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6 Tips for Giving Blood: How to Prepare, Stay Safe and Enjoy the Experience
Giving blood is an altruistic act that can save lives. But with needle phobias, blood-borne diseases, and long waiting lists for donors all real concerns, the prospect of giving blood can be off-putting. However, by preparing in advance and keeping your safety in mind, donating blood is a positive experience you can enjoy and feel…
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How To Take Action Against Nursing Home Abuse
Nursing home abuse is a serious issue that often goes unreported. Victims of nursing home abuse are often scared to come forward or don’t know who to turn to for help. If you believe your loved one is being abused in a nursing home, taking action as soon as possible is essential. 1) Talk To…
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How to Get Serious About Your Weight Loss Journey
If you’re looking for a quick diet, a new diet plan, or want to quickly lose weight, then this articleis NOT for you. If you are looking for something that will take your diet to the next level and help transform yourbody, then read on. How Much Weight Can You Lose in a Week?Many people…
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3 Tips for Older Runners to Stay Healthy and Safe
Running is one of the most universal and inclusive forms of exercise. Anyone can do it, as you don’t need to be super fit or have an array of expensive equipment to get started. All it requires is a comfortable pair of shoes and the desire to get outside and run. It’s perfect for people…
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Why Seniors Should Focus on Functional Fitness
We all know that staying active is one of the keys to living staying healthy for longer. One of the most beneficial programs you can follow is one that focuses on functional fitness. So, what is functional fitness and why how can it benefit people of all ages, from adolescence to old age? What is…
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5 Ideal Home Modifications for Seniors Aging in Place
Many people can appreciate the many benefits of assisted living for aging adults. But the truth is, many seniors still prefer to age in place, spend their quiet years in the neighborhoods they’re used to, in their lifelong homes, and be surrounded by family. While there’s nothing wrong with that, some of these living conditions…
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6 Reasons to Strength Train at the Gym
Pumping iron. Resistance training. Lifting weights. It doesn’t matter what you call it, everybody knows what strength training really is – hard! The thing that you have to remember though, is that strength training is only hard in the beginning. As you do more of it, you’re going to see the benefits, feel how good…
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Staying Sharp: Here’s How You Can Look After Your Brain
There’s no denying that your brain is an essential part of your body. Without it, you wouldn’t be able to function! The sad truth is that many people take their minds for granted, exposing themselves to all kinds of health risks – usually indirectly – and it’s those risks that will negatively impact one’s quality…
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Why Your Gut Health Matters
The gastrointestinal tract is a core system of the body, in the same league as the respiratory system and the endocrine system – so why do we pay so little attention to maintaining its optimal health? Caring for your gut health improves your metabolism and more, helping you live better. What is the Gut? The…
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