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Getting Back to Senior Summer Fun (2023 UPDATE)
Summer 2023 is coming fast, and we’re ready for it! With COVID-19 (mostly) in retreat, mask mandates lifting, and life looking more normal than it has in a long time, now’s the time to get out and get active! We decided to update the fun summer activities for seniors for 2023. Sixty-one percent of Americans gained weight during the pandemic. If you’re one of them, exercising more will not only help you shed those extra pounds, but also improve your mental and emotional health. Let’s get Active: Fun Summer Activities for Seniors After being cooped up all winter, enjoying some [...]
Flaneuring: The Latest Trend in Walking
Whether you live in New York City, on a farm in Kansas or in a tiny town in California, walking was popular in 2020. For many of us, a walk was a safe way to enjoy the outdoors, pass the time and get some much-needed exercise. A few people went above and beyond, though. They introduced the 21st century to a 19th-century trend: flaneuring. Never heard of it? You’re not the only one. What is a Flaneuring? Flaneuring comes from the French word flaneur and refers to a person who likes to stroll or saunter. The term was created to [...]
Telehealth for Seniors: Taking Advantage of the Modern House Call
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed nearly every aspect of our lives, including how we seek medical treatment. Just a few months ago, we could walk into our doctors’ offices, and the only people wearing masks were those in the lab. But those days are over—at least for now. Depending on where you live, you may not have seen your doctor face-to-face for routine or non-COVID-related reasons for several months. And, even if you do make an in-person appointment, it's far different than in January. You’re probably used to seeing your medical provider whenever you’d like, so these changes might be [...]
5 Fun At-Home Workout Routines for Older Adults
Did you know a sedentary lifestyle is one of the top ten causes of death worldwide? But did you also know that by adding just a small amount of exercise to your routine—like walking or swimming—you can extend your life by three to five years? Exercise is not just a crucial component to living longer, though. Working out on a regular basis also helps you stay healthier and improves your quality of life. There are benefits to regular exercise! The benefits of workout routines for older adults are well-documented: Experience fewer falls. Exercise improves muscle strength and bone [...]
5 Simple Tips for Staying Healthy over the Holidays
Stay Healthy Over the Holidays: Top 5 Tips for Seniors Staying healthy over the holidays can be a challenge. Whether flying to see your grandchildren on another coast or filling your calendar with end-of-year events, these schedule changes can throw you off your game. Here’s a handy, stay-healthy checklist Think of it as a reminder that taking care of yourself is priority number one. After all, you don’t want to miss out on the holiday fun because you’re under the weather! 1. Get your flu shot According the CDC, “Flu vaccination is especially important for people 65 years and [...]
