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Rashelle Brown

Rashelle Brown is a long-time fitness professional and freelance writer with hundreds of bylines in print and online. She is a regular contributor for NextAvenue and the Active Network, and is the author of Reboot Your Body: Unlocking the Genetic Secrets to Permanent Weight Loss (Turner Publishing). Connect with her on Twitter and Instagram @RashelleBrownMN.

A person turning off the faucet of the kitchen sink. Next Avenue, water testing, well water, drinking water

Do You Know What's in Your Drinking Water?

Many rural residents on private wells don't. Here's how to find out.
May 9, 2024
An adult child who cares for her aging father. Next Avenue, Personal Care Services (PCS)

Get Paid to Care for Your Loved One

There are a few basic steps to determine whether Personal Care Services (PCS) is right for a loved one and whether a family member may qualify as a paid caregiver
March 13, 2024
A woman putting on a VR headset before a workout. Next Avenue

A VR Gaming Headset Revolutionized Our Workouts

How my wife’s Christmas wish turned this skeptic into a VR exercising addict
February 7, 2024
A woman reading to toddlers. Next Avenue

The Triple Crown for Volunteers

Joining AmeriCorps helped the author to meet people in her rural hometown, do meaningful work she is passionate about — and earn a little money
November 8, 2023
A woman taking photos of her clothing to sell online. Next Avenue

How to Sell Your Stuff and How to Be OK With It

Technology makes selling unused stuff easier than ever, but it can’t help you get over their sentimental value. Luckily, we’ve got expert advice on how to do both.
February 9, 2023
An older adult getting a vaccine. Next Avenue, side effects

Vaccine Side Effects Are No Fun, But What Are the Real Risks?

Beyond COVID-19, we look at the most common vaccines recommended for people over 50
January 5, 2023
A front porch while under construction. Next Avenue, retirement diy, home diy projects

Thrifty After Fifty

How DIY culture can help older adults ease the burden of inflation
October 12, 2022
An upside down ice cream cone on a white background. Next Avenue, difficulties of healthy lifestyle

Are Your Healthy Habits Making You Miserable?

A wellness writer wonders, what's healthy enough?
July 26, 2022
An older adult listening to educational content while doing a physical activity. Next Avenue, exercise for dementia

Beyond Yoga: Elevating Mind-Body Exercise to Battle Cognitive Decline

Combining physical activity with cognitive training yields better results than either alone. Here’s what you can do.
May 4, 2022
An older adult planting in their backyard garden. Next Avenue, bugs, pests, disease

Your Gardening Woes Solved

Master Gardeners from across the country offer solutions to the most common gardening problems
April 26, 2022
A color hour with a front porch and a patio full of plants and flowers. Next Avenue, green thumb, gardening for dummies, first time gardener

You CAN Have a Green Thumb

Experts and experienced gardeners share their top tips for successful gardening
April 21, 2022
A group of young people gathered around an older adult showing off small seedlings. Next Avenue, Gardening exercise

Gardening Helps You Grow — At Any Age

It’s about so much more than just reaping what you sow
April 13, 2022
An older adult running across the finish line in a triathlon. Next Avenue, triathletes over 50

The Perfect Time to Tri

Triathlon is a grueling sport. Why is it so popular with the over-50 set?
March 21, 2022
An older adult placing a golf ball on a tee. Next Avenue, golf injuries, safe golfing

Golf for Life

One medical expert and three lifelong golfers share their advice on how to keep getting out there year after year
March 16, 2022
An older adult during a powerlifting competition. Next Avenue, lifting over 50, strength training

Strength Training is Magic for People Over 50

Here’s how you can keep doing it safely
March 9, 2022
An older adult stopping after skiing on the top of a mountain. Next Avenue, skiing safely middle age

How To Keep Skiing Pain-Free Into Middle Age and Beyond

Tips from lifelong skiers and experts to get you out on the snow year after year
January 19, 2022
A group of people running outside and crossing a stream. Next Avenue, running middle age

How To Keep Running Pain-Free Into Middle Age and Beyond

Coaches, runners and a physical therapist share their advice so you can hit the pavement and keep on running
November 23, 2021
A man standing in front of a mountain range wearing a helmet and holding his bike. Next Avenue, cycling, biking, bicycling

How to Keep Bicycling Into Your 50s, 60s and Beyond

Lifelong riders and health experts share their tips so you can stay strong and resilient
September 29, 2021
A group of people exercising on a rowing machine. Next Avenue, exercise, dementia, alzheimer's

Exercise Is a Powerful Tool to Help Fight Dementia. But Which Type Is Best?

Yoga, pilates, HIIT and weight lifting are all good, but some are better at slowing cognitive decline
September 22, 2021
A colorful plate of greens and clover flowers. Foraging, forage, nature, Next Avenue

Foraging for Nature's Bounty

How to safely find a free lunch out in the woods
May 19, 2021
Pepper plants in an indoor garden, winter, Next Avenue

Starting an Indoor Garden Is Bringing Me Joy

How a new twist on an old hobby helps me survive this cold, isolated winter
March 5, 2021
longevity supplements, Next Avenue

Do Longevity Supplements Work and Are They Safe?

What the latest research says about the burgeoning science, and selling, of longer, healthier life
December 21, 2020
Ron and Barb Wachter of Pullman, Wash., where people live long lives

3 Key Community Attributes That Can Help People Live Longer

Is your city or town doing things right?
August 4, 2020
Man watching news.

How Much News Is Too Much News These Days?

Here's how to stay informed without becoming overwhelmed
March 31, 2020
Joy Rikala celebrates her climb above the clouds on Mount Rainier in Washington

How to Get in Shape for Your Bucket-List Adventure

Advice from travelers and a fitness expert on ways to prepare
February 12, 2020
a run in the winter sun

Staying Comfortable During Your Cold Weather Run

Expert tips on safety and what to wear, from head to toe
January 31, 2020
Alcohol-Free

Why You Might Consider Joining the Alcohol-Free Movement

Even what's considered 'moderate' drinking has detrimental effects
September 10, 2019
10,000 steps

Do You Really Need 10,000 Steps Per Day?

A new study looks into how many daily steps make a difference
July 29, 2019
home gym

Setting Up a Home Gym: What Should You Buy?

Your budget, space and fitness goals are just a few things to consider
May 22, 2019
High-Intensity Interval Training

How to Do High-Intensity Interval Training

Here's why it's beneficial and some sample workouts to get started
May 14, 2019
Fitness Tracker

5 Ways to Get the Most From Your Fitness Tracker

Discover a health boost by going beyond just counting steps and calories burned
April 24, 2019
Orthopedic Injury

Ways to Stay Fit After an Orthopedic Injury or Surgery

Recovery and exercise guidelines to help you hit your stride again
March 13, 2019
winter fitness

How to Stay Fit Through a Long Winter

Exercises and tips to keep you active even during the doldrums
March 4, 2019
Regain Strength

Regaining Strength After 50 Effectively

Do it the right way, and reap the benefits of getting stronger
November 2, 2018
woman exercising

Lower Back Pain? Try Strengthening Your Core

Try these 4 exercises to fortify important muscles
September 25, 2018
Diet

7 Hacks to Help You Stick With Your Diet

Behavioral changes you can make for short-term weight loss
June 12, 2018
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