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Exercise Right by Using the ‘Talk Test’

An American Council on Exercise director explains the test in a podcast episode

JUNE 15, 2018 | By Paul Vogelzang

How Much Does Weight Change Affect Back Pain?

Listen to this recent podcast to hear from an expert on the topic

AUGUST 9, 2018 | By Paul Vogelzang

Fitness and Exercise Rules That Change After 50

Know what to do to adjust to your body and stay in shape

JUNE 22, 2017 | By Linda Melone, CSCS

10 Hilariously Funny Jokes on Aging

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On this April Fools’ Day, there's plenty to laugh about

MARCH 31, 2015 | By Jill Yanish

Easy Ways to Increase Your Activity Level in Everyday Life

This podcast discusses the Go4Life initiative and gives helpful suggestions

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018 | By Paul Vogelzang

The 3 Stages of Life After 50

An excerpt from the new book, 'How Do I Get There From Here?'

AUGUST 1, 2017 | By George H. Schofield, Ph.D.

Exercise Tips on How to Combat the Sedentary Life

A podcast episode with an American Council on Exercise director on getting active

JULY 25, 2018 | By Paul Vogelzang

16 Things I Would Want If I Got Dementia

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A heartfelt wish list from a dementia care worker

JULY 11, 2016 | By Rachael Wonderlin

The Surprising Results of Fitness Programs for Older Adults

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In this podcast, we learn that older adults benefit similarly to younger adults

FEBRUARY 1, 2019 | By Paul Vogelzang

7 Exercises to Never Do After 50

You can avoid injuries and still keep fit if you follow these rules

APRIL 8, 2015 | By Linda Melone, CSCS

Listen: A Podcast Episode to Help Older Adults Exercise

Learn about the Go4Life program which offers ways to try all types of exercise

OCTOBER 5, 2018 | By Paul Vogelzang

He Broke the Law to Build a Better Nursing Home

Dr. Bill Thomas

One doctor's radical crusade to change how we think about aging

FEBRUARY 3, 2016 | By Josh Walker

What a Sudden Memory Loss Can Really Mean

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A husband's story on the need to take alarming symptoms seriously

OCTOBER 15, 2014 | By Kevin Kusinitz

How to Keep Your Muscles in Good ‘Functional’ Shape

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This podcast explains why resistance training is so important for people 50+

MARCH 1, 2019 | By Paul Vogelzang

7 Common Drugs Linked to Higher Risk of Dementia

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These widely used medications can be toxic for older adults' brains

APRIL 21, 2016 | By Leslie Kernisan, MD

What Motivates Us to Exercise?

In this podcast, fitness and health experts tell us how to find the inspiration

JUNE 21, 2019 | By Paul Vogelzang

Get Out and Enjoy Our National Parks!

This podcast discusses how older adults can safely enjoy outdoor activities

OCTOBER 26, 2018 | By Paul Vogelzang

What Everyone 50+ Should Know About Their Thyroid

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Disorders of this small gland are common, especially in older women

JULY 23, 2018 | By Gayle Golden

Who’d Have Thought? I’m In the Best Shape of My Life

I was lethargic and lazy in my 50s, but something clicked at 60

JANUARY 23, 2018 | By Ginny McReynolds

Have Fun and Stay Fit During the Holidays

Stay Fit During the Holidays

This podcast discusses how to keep your health a priority this season

DECEMBER 14, 2018 | By Paul Vogelzang

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