For men at least, entering middle age with plenty of muscle may lower the later risk of developing heart disease by more than 80 percent.
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Working the Body and the Mind Together
Gentle exercise like tai chi and dancing can improve both physical and mental health. Gentle exercise is a great way to keeping moving, and its
Why Walking Matters—Now More Than Ever
Our upright gait is not just a defining feature of what it means to be human. It also makes our bodies and brains work better.
How’s Your Heart Health?
You can get an estimate of your risk for a heart attack or stroke with an online heart health calculator; The factors used to calculate
Strength, Self-Care Ability and Death in Aging Adults…Get a Grip!
Loss of muscle strength during aging presents many health problems. Since muscle strength can be difficult to measure, handgrip strength often serves as an estimate
Arthritis Treatment
Arthritis symptoms can affect an individual on a daily basis. Physical therapy is a conservative, non-invasive and effective way to treat arthritis, which typically affects the
8 Surprising Ways to Live Longer
We all know the obvious things like not smoking and keeping a healthy weight, but what are some other factors that can help you live
Five Numbers Every Adult Needs To Know
Simple calculators are available to measure your risk and health status in several key areas; Links are provided for calculators in Metabolic Syndrome, cardiovascular risk,
Introducing FIT 40: Supplements Formulated For Active Individuals Over 40
OPTIMUM NUTRITION GOLD STANDARD FIT 40 FOR ATHLETES OVER 40 Muscle Recovery Training & Performance Joint Health Don’t let your age hold you back from
Marathon Running May Be Good for Your Knees
Distance running rebuilds the health of certain essential components of middle-aged knees. Could it be that marathon training and racing are actually good for our
How Old Are You Really? What New Research Says About Your Biological Age
For years, health researchers and entrepreneurs have been studying aging down to the cellular level to see if it’s possible to slow, stop or even
Ways to Maximize Your Workout as You Get Older: Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard FIT40
Podcast with Jonathan Cannizzo of Optimum Nutrition joining Steve and Dr. Cole to discuss ways to maximize your workout as you get older. They discuss