The easy health benefits of curling

IS CURLING LIKE A FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH? Maybe. Take the case with Ed and Mary Glowacki. They are in their 41st season in the sport, sliding and sweeping a stone down a sheet of ice; like shuffleboard with action and attitude.Each of them is 70 years old.

Kid-friendly holiday traditions

Families lean into tradition each December, and perhaps children are so much more enthusiastic in participating in holiday customs and traditions, but parents will join in on the fun too! These traditions range from decorating the family Christmas tree to baking cookies for Santa on Christmas Eve.

You’re never too old for Super Slow Training

Though most of the clients currently taking advantage of the Super Slow Training method offered at TriggerPoint are in their 40s, this evidence-based, time-efficient exercise solution is gaining popularity among people of all ages—including individuals well into their senior years.

Morning affirmations

IF YOU’RE READY TO EXPERIENCE THE POWER OF POSITIVE AFFIRMATIONS, there is no better time of day to start using them than the morning. The best morning affirmations can change your mindset for the whole day.

Everyday gratitude

Is it really true, that we think people are grateful because they are happy? Perhaps, if we look closely, you will find it is the other way around. People are happy because they are grateful.

Caring for Aging Parents

healthcare needs. It may be the beginning of an ongoing dialogue. Consider involving other siblings in the discussions. Often one sibling takes a lead role when caring for parents, but all family members should be honest about their feelings, situations, and needs.

The November transition: a runner’s guide to cold weather care

AS THE AIR CRISPS AND DAYLIGHT DWINDLES, November marks a crucial and sometimes challenging transition for runners.It's the month where sun-soaked pavement gives way to frosty trails, and maintaining your running routine through the chill requires strategic preparation.

EATING WELL

NOVEMBER–BRINGS AWARENESS TO DIABETES AND THE LIVES IT TOUCHES.It’s that time of year for the world to rally behind the fight to end diabetes.More than 38 million Americans have diabetes, and more than 98 million have pre-diabetes. In the past 20 years, the numbers have doubled.

Exploring the many benefits of music therapy

HAVE YOU EVER PLAYED A SONG AND INSTANTLY STARTED TO FEEL BETTER?Well, there’s power in music and chances are, it impacts you more than you know.Music stimulates almost every brain structure. You may view music solely as a tool for motivation (think: running on a treadmill).

Ageism is a fight we can ALL fight

AGEISM REFERS TO DISCRIMINATION or prejudice against any person based on age, both young and old.Ageism in long-term care facilities can impact all people residing and working in the home.Young workers may hold ageist beliefs about the older adults for whom they care.