Thursday, November 18, 2010

Resources for Healthy Living

Today, I led a "Telephone Topic" for Mather Lifeways entitled "Healthy Eating After 50".   I was thrilled with the listener participation and I walked away learning quite a few new things.

Whenever I speak to seniors,  I try to stress the importance of a how a healthy lifestyle leads to successful aging.  Studies show that three simple behaviors can help you to prevent or manage the diseases associated with aging:
  1. Cessasion of smoking
  2. Good nutrition
  3. Regular exercise
As we discussed the benefits of healthy eating, I stressed the benefits of also making exercise a regular part of life.  This led to many participants providing their tips and resources for seniors.  I have listed some below.


Arthritis Foundation Walk with Ease Program
Arthritis Foundation Water Exercise Information
Sit and Be Fit