Hand grip strength is a major factor in predicting longevity and resilience to chronic disease. Let’s look at how to determine how strong you are and improve your chances of living longer. Do you know how physically strong you are? Really, it’s a serious question. For your age and gender, what kind of strength do…
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Why At 64 I Prioritize Strength Training Over Aerobic Training
Maybe you’ve visited your MD recently for your annual physical. She points out to you that the “couch potato” lifestyle you adhere to is not the best medicine for aging well. So she suggests that maybe you should consider doing some exercise. Or maybe you’re reaching middle age and realize you’re…
How We’re Staying Healthy At 64: Barbara and John’s Diet And Exercise Strategy
As Beatles lovers, Barbara and I have sometimes laughed about what it would be like when we turned sixty-four. If you’re a Beatles fan, you know why. Their song When I’m Sixty-Four is a story about a young man wondering if the love of his life will still cherish him when he’s sixty-four. The man…
Our Strategies For Getting Healthier And Stronger at 63
Barbara and I are quickly approaching our 63rd birthdays. November for me and December for her. And now, even though we are kind of “senior citizens”, we are healthier, stronger, more agile, and trimmer than we’ve been since our thirties. To be honest, I feel the best I have since I was 32 years old….
Are You Getting Enough Dietary Protein To Maintain Healthy Muscle Quality?
* This post is a little long because I couldn’t think of what to leave out. Everything seemed important. Hopefully, when you’ve finished reading you’ll understand the critical importance of adequate protein consumption for good health and aging well.
April Favorites For Health Nuts
Hey friends, Here’s April’s treasure box of health and wellness resources Barbara and I have put together for you. It’s filled with several books we’ve recently read that offer excellent health and exercise advice. And we’re also sharing several products that we use often and have found very helpful in our wellness…
Can Starting An Exercise Program In Your 50s Help You Live Longer?
Okay, so you’ve reached middle age. You enjoy your time reclining comfortably on your couch after a hard day’s work. Perhaps tonight you’re watching a show on TV featuring trim athletic people scampering around, and you suddenly let out a sigh.
Your Attitude Toward Aging Might Affect Your Odds Of Developing Alzheimer’s Disease
How do you feel about aging? The answer to that question really depends on who it’s being asked of, right? If you’re under 40, this question probably seldom enters your mind. Like relationships, raising kids, and paying bills. However, for those of you over 40…
March Favorites For Health Nuts
Barbara and I have decided to put together a monthly treasure box of health and wellness resources for you. We’re filling it with several books we’ve recently read that offer excellent advice. And we’ve also listed some wellness associated products that we use often and have found to be reliable.
How My Morning Routine Gives Me a Healthy Start to the Day
I’m not one to share my deep dark personal secrets on the Internet, but I’m going to reveal some personal things today. I’m going to give you a sneak peek into my morning routine. This routine has worked so well for me that I felt I just had to share it with you. If you’re struggling…
How To Start Strength Training Over 40
I recently received a call from my sister asking me for some suggestions on what kind of weight bench she should buy. Being the inquisitive fellow that I am, I asked, “What in the world do you want a weight bench for?””Really, don’t know what a weight bench is used for?” she answered. Touché.
Why People Over 40 Need Strength Training
Everyone wants to find a fountain of youth. But it’s only a myth, right? However, what if I told you there is something you can do that’s scientifically proven to help you live a longer, healthier life? And, it’s safe, effective, efficient, inexpensive, and only takes about 30 – 40 minutes three times a week.
My Cholesterol Levels Part 1: Why I Rejected Statins
This post originally appeared on John’s website, The Progressing Pilgrim, in October 2017. He has since been on a ketogenic diet for over a year. Read our story here. His weight has stabilized at 160 pounds and his waist is 32 inches. At 62 years old, he can still pull a 300-pound deadlift. I’ve now…
10 Ways I Protect My Back So I Can Barbell Train At 61 Years Old
Recently, I was speaking with my bank officer, Angelo, and noticed that he had a muscular build that suggested that he lifted weights. I asked if he did, and he replied that he had indeed lifted a lot in college. But then he let out a sigh and said, “Now that I have…
The 10 Most Important Strategies I Used To Beat Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Part 2
I’m writing this post from my new home office in Raleigh, North Carolina. My family and I are almost finished moving in, and so far we’re absolutely loving Raleigh. The new home we’re renting is magnificent, the area…