Living fit, living right

Yet even with all the benefits, it can be a struggle to start an exercise program and keep it going. With sound advice and tips, you can stop making excuses and start working toward a healthier retirement.

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Home Safety: Easy Steps to Winterizing a Senior’s Home

For older adults who live in northern climates, winter can be a harsh time that presents multiple challenges.

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Aging gracefully: Oxymoron or reality?

“Joyous, happy and healthy” is the response I recently received from a friend when I conducted an informal survey on what it means to age gracefully.

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10 ways to stay active

While retired people aren’t chained to their desks, roughly 60 per cent of older adults are still considered to be “inactive,” meaning they get fewer than 30–60 minutes of moderate activity a day.

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10 Ways to Make New Friends

There is no doubt that friendships can be our biggest asset. Feeling connected to friends and neighbours leads to a sense of well-being and contentment. It has also been shown to reduce blood pressure (really!) and is an important factor in preventing depression. Having good friends can be even more beneficial than having close family ties. Your friends like you because they choose to be your friends, not because they have any sense of familial obligation.

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