Practicing mindfulness is hardly a new phenomenon; in fact, the history of meditation and mindfulness practices can be traced back thousands of years. However,...
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6 Mindfulness Activities for Senior Wellness
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Safety Considerations for Seniors Starting a New Exercise Program
No matter your age, stepping up your exercise regimen is a good idea. Physical activity strengthens your bones and muscles, builds stamina, keeps you flexible,...
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Rock Steady Boxing: Curt’s Journey [VIDEO]
The following is the story of Curt and his journey with Parkinson’s and getting involved with Rock Steady Boxing. This is the second of four blogs within the...
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4 Effective Functional Fitness Exercises for Seniors
The National Institutes of Health recommend functional fitness exercises that support four fitness goals for seniors: endurance, strength, balance, and...
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Health Benefits of Chair Yoga for Seniors [Sample Exercise]
Editor’s note: This blog was published in February 2021 and updated with additional helpful resources in 2023.
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Water of Life: The Benefits of Aqua Therapy
Staying active is key to both physical and mental health. A wonderful way to keep your body moving is through aqua therapy.
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Expectations When A Loved One Moves to a Senior Living Community
Life is full of important transitions, and these major moments become more manageable when you understand what to expect. Like welcoming a newborn child,...
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Brain Exercises to Boost Cognitive Health and Memory Retention
Aging presents itself with a variety of opportunities for individual growth and continued development. Being a lifelong learner may just be the key to keeping...
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Benefits of Long-Term Pet Ownership for Slowing Cognitive Decline
Dogs are widely recognized as “man’s best friend,” and have been for a long time. In fact, that beloved title can be applied to many types of pets. Be it a...
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Senior Self Care Activities to Add to Your Daily Routine
“Self care” may bring to mind visions of lavish spa days or expensive trips to the mall. While these are avenues to show yourself love and care, there are...
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