by Patsi Krakoff | Jul 23, 2019 | Nutrition, Senior Fitness
There’s a diet trend that many health conscious seniors are trying: fasting. And by “diet trend” I don’t mean that seniors are fasting for weight-loss. Partial fasts are now being recommended as an effective deterrent to disease and aging. If...
by Patsi Krakoff | Jul 19, 2019 | Exercise, Lifestyle, Senior Fitness
Man, it’s hot! During these dog days of summer, it’s tempting to forgo the gym and grab a high-calorie frozen treat. But beware: that’s a sure-fire way to lose your exercise mojo. (You know what that is, don’t you? Remember when you...
by Patsi Krakoff | Jul 16, 2019 | Exercise, Senior Fitness
What’s the best cardio workout for seniors? That’s like asking what’s the best thing to eat for dinner… My answer is going to be different than yours. Of course, I could say, “it depends,” but then some of you might crack a senior...
by Patsi Krakoff | Jul 12, 2019 | Lifestyle, Nutrition, Senior Fitness
Active seniors who often struggle with weight and those who want to prevent chronic diseases should consider intermittent fasting for health. Why is fasting such an important health-promoting strategy? Let’s look at what happens when you take a break from eating...
by Patsi Krakoff | Jul 9, 2019 | Aging Brain, Exercise, Lifestyle, Senior Fitness, Senior Health
Let’s be truthful: can seniors really get fit as they age? Or is it asking for trouble, i.e. injuries, pain, and—well, probably a bit of humiliation. Sure, it’s easy if you’re already doing sports or exercise. But what about your average Sam and...
by Patsi Krakoff | Jul 5, 2019 | Senior Fitness
Sometimes when seniors get together, it’s like an organ recital… people share too many stories about their chronic diseases! When Rob and I finally admitted we were growing older (in our 70s!), we decided not to change our lifestyle except to increase the...
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