by Patsi Krakoff | Jun 4, 2019 | Causes of Aging, Exercise, Longevity, Senior Fitness
Do you ever listen to yourself? I did one morning as I was getting ready to go to the gym—it was a litany of exercise excuses. It’s too hot It’s raining I’m too tired My back hurts Why don’t I wait and go later? I joke I’ve got a PhD in...
by Patsi Krakoff | May 29, 2019 | Exercise, Senior Fitness, Senior Health
This is good news: not only can seniors prevent the onset of dementia with physical exercise, but with an exercise program seniors can grow new brain cells. In a previous post I wrote how the World Health Organization reviewed measures for preventing dementia. They...
by Patsi Krakoff | May 24, 2019 | Aging Brain, Exercise, Senior Fitness
The results are in. Rob and I have been telling everyone for years, but without any scientific evidence other than our own experiences. Now it’s official: Exercise is the best thing seniors can do to prevent dementia, Alzheimer’s Disease and other brain...
by Patsi Krakoff | May 21, 2019 | Aging Brain, Causes of Aging, Exercise, Senior Fitness
Your brain can sabotage senior health and fitness efforts. It may seem counter-intuitive, but it’s true: You have a built-in genetic bias to relax, conserve energy, and overeat when food is plentiful. Think about it: Cavemen never had to motivate themselves into...
by Patsi Krakoff | May 18, 2019 | Exercise, Senior Fitness
Aerobic exercise is key for senior health. If you’re not getting your heart rate up and breaking a sweat, does it count as exercise? To get life extension and disease protection benefits, seniors need aerobic exercise, 150 minutes a week. Sure, it’s important to...
by Patsi Krakoff | May 8, 2019 | Aging Brain, Exercise, Nutrition, Senior Fitness, Senior War on Aging
Is there anyway we can stop having senior moments, forgetting names, and losing memory as we age? I’ve always had great recall but lately I have what I call “brain farts,” just a total blank for a few seconds or more. Is it even possible to rescue...
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