Active Aging

Traveling tops the must-do list of many people reaching retirement age. According to AARP’s 2023 Travel Trends report, 62% of people in the U.S. age 50+ planned to take at least one leisure trip last year. If you’re in this group, you deserve to treat yourself to those trips you’ve always wanted to take but put off while working.

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends that adults get 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise every week to maintain optimal health—and walking is a wonderful way to rack up those minutes!

Getting enough essential vitamins and minerals is a vital part of maintaining good health— especially as you age.

Staying active is key after 65, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) agrees: Aim for 150 minutes of moderate movement (think brisk walks) or 75 minutes of high-intensity fun (hiking, biking, anyone?).

Just as physical exercise is good for your body, brain exercises are good for your mind — especially as you age. Seniors can play these 12 memory and brain games to exercise their minds.

Cooking can be fun at any age, and learning new skills exercises your mind, especially as you get older. Whether you’re just finding your way around the kitchen or you’re a seasoned home chef, online cooking classes are a wonderful way to spend your day!

Tai chi, an ancient Chinese practice, is more than just a gentle exercise form. It's a moving meditation combining slow, flowing movements, deep breathing, and focused awareness. This combination of physical and mental elements makes tai chi particularly beneficial for seniors.

We’ve all heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day - but is that true? Conflicting studies suggest that some researchers confirm the popular claim, and some refute it. Either way, each day, most people eventually “break” their overnight “fast.”

It’s never too early (or too late!) to adopt a positive mindset in your life, especially regarding the aging process.

Many people strive to eat better to live longer, and there’s no better time to commit to a healthy diet than the new year. Proper nutrition is essential for maintaining good health throughout life — especially for older adults.