Fitness

Flex for Success: How Simple Stretches Improve Flexibility

Have you ever watched a cat snoozing in the sun?Before Fluffy gets up— before she even opens her eyes—you’ll probably see her reaching her paws up over her head and…

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Power Up: Why You Should Be Lifting Weights and 5 Moves to Try

You’re never too old to get stronger.In fact, our golden years are exactly when we should be flexing those biceps to help counteract our body’s natural muscle loss. “Starting at…

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How to Start Working Out: Tips For Creating an Exercise Plan

It may have double the letters,but to many of us, exercise is still a four-letter word. We hear over and over how important it is for our health and well-being,…

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4 Activities To Improve Your Balance

Why do we struggle to stay steady as we age? Sophia Chang, MD, MPH, internist, and Chief Clinical Informatics Officer for Clover Health, explains it this way: “Signals from the…

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The Best Exercise Ideas For Seniors

Throughout our lives, fitness can sometimes take a backseat to our overall health, but staying active is so important for maintaining a healthy quality of life and independence. The CDC…

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9 Reasons Seniors Should Create a Fitness Routine

If you need a reason to get started on your new fitness plan, here’s the extra motivation you need. “Exercise starts a positive cycle,” says Dr. Sophia Chang, Chief Clinical…