Guest BloggerWalk Your Way to a Clean Bill of Health
Do you think you could walk 4 extra steps per minute while you’re awake each day? That’s 4 steps, not city blocks or country miles. Because research shows those 4 extra steps could drop your risk of; diabetes by 23%, stroke by 22%, and even heart disease by 17%!¹ Here’s how we know that: A few years back, the Mayo Clinic published a startling chart that revealed how various diseases could be avoided by walking an extra 3,000 and 6,000 steps each day. If that sounds like a lot, in the grand scheme of things, it’s not! According to an
Continue reading3 Steps to Relieve Knee Pain
The knees are complex and delicate joints that can become worn down if not properly taken care of. They play a major role in our daily lives from helping us walk, run, and sit down. With each step we take, we put some strain on the knee and with time, it catches up. This is why knee pain is one of the most common problems seniors face. There are numerous factors that can lead to knee pain in seniors, with aging and the added years of impact on the knees causing inflammation in the joints being top on the list.
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Jeff DaileyWhy Aren’t Seniors Exercising More?
People of all ages, and especially seniors, avoid exercising for a variety of reasons. They think it's too hard, too boring or they're disappointed by their ability to stick with it. Take a look at some of the most common reasons seniors aren't exercising and use our ideas to motivate yourself to start exercising NOW! Why Aren’t Seniors Exercising More? Exercising seems like a chore, instead of an enjoyable activity. Do you find exercise boring or overwhelming? For you, the challenge is to find activities that are more enjoyable for you and easy to do. We can help! You might also
Continue readingBest Walking Shoes for Seniors
We all know the importance of exercise, but an exercise routine can seem daunting if you’re plagued by joint stress or heel pain. Although these can be frustrating and difficult to deal with, did you know that something as simple as wearing the proper footgear can help improve those symptoms? Best Walking Shoes for Seniors Luckily, there are in fact some of the best walking shoes for seniors out there – you just need to know what to look for! Why Walk? Walking is considered to be one of the best exercises for seniors. Why? Walking lowers your blood pressure and
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