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How I’m Using Creatine To Get Stronger

Published February 17, 2022 | Last Updated June 9, 2022 By Dr. John Bianchi 1 Comment

High performance athletes are always looking for an edge that can help them beat their competition. They try better training techniques, better diets, better supplements, better sleep habits, and some have even resorted to illegal and dangerous drugs. All in an attempt to run faster, jump higher, or be stronger than their competitor.

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How to Set Up a Home Gym: A Look at Our Garage Gym

Published January 26, 2022 | Last Updated June 9, 2022 By Dr. John Bianchi 8 Comments

Here’s a peek into our garage gym and how you can set one up in your home so you can workout when and how you want. Barbara and I are always encouraging our readers to get into strength training. We’ve been doing it for over seven years, and it’s something everyone over the age of…

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65 Years Old And Getting Stronger: How We’re Doing It!

Published January 20, 2022 | Last Updated October 10, 2022 By Dr. John Bianchi 10 Comments

We’re 65 and getting stronger. Here’s how we’re doing it with strength training, diet, and rest, and some of the strength gains we’ve made. Well, praise the Lord. I’ve reached 65 years old. There are some good perks with being 65. I get some cool senior discounts. Our market gives a 5% discount on groceries…

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If You’re Over 40 You’re Probably Losing Strength. You Must Deal With It Now!

Published January 4, 2022 | Last Updated January 22, 2022 By Dr. John Bianchi 9 Comments

Are you gaining or losing strength? Evidence suggests that we will begin losing muscle mass and strength after the age of 40. Losing too much muscle and strength increases your odds of mortality and the susceptibility to the diseases of aging. Here’s how to get stronger and build better muscle mass. I recently came upon…

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Get A Good Grip: How Your Hand Grip Strength Predicts Longevity

Published August 17, 2021 | Last Updated October 13, 2022 By Dr. John Bianchi 14 Comments

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

Published December 3, 2020 | Last Updated December 8, 2022 By Dr. John Bianchi Leave a Comment

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…

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How We’re Staying Healthy At 64: Barbara and John’s Diet And Exercise Strategy

Published November 16, 2020 | Last Updated March 23, 2022 By Dr. John Bianchi 1 Comment

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…

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Alzheimer’s Disease Is Surging Among Millennials – What’s Going On?

Published March 29, 2020 | Last Updated August 23, 2021 By Dr. John Bianchi 1 Comment

Many of you in the baby boomer generation have already experienced this terrible scenario: A few years back, you noticed your aged mom or dad starting to forget things. Then it started to get worse. And then before you knew it, they were diagnosed with Alzheimer’s

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Stay Healthy: 8 Practical And Easy Ways

Published March 16, 2020 | Last Updated July 10, 2021 By Barbara Bianchi 1 Comment

In the midst of flu season, I want to be proactive in supporting my immune system. Here’s some of what my family and I are doing to try to stay healthy. 1. Drink bone broth My slow cooker has been running non-stop making batches of bone broth. Drinking a steaming mug of beef bone broth…

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How To Make Dieting Successful: Strategies For Keeping Off The Weight You Lost

Published January 31, 2020 | Last Updated August 23, 2021 By Dr. John Bianchi Leave a Comment

Losing weight is probably one of the most popular New Year’s resolutions. This is attested to by the spike in gym memberships seen every January. While some people successfully follow through on their pledge to lose the extra pounds, most of us seem to…

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Our Strategies For Getting Healthier And Stronger at 63

Published November 7, 2019 | Last Updated October 10, 2022 By Dr. John Bianchi 3 Comments

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….

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Are You Getting Enough Dietary Protein To Maintain Healthy Muscle Quality?

Published October 12, 2019 | Last Updated January 7, 2022 By Dr. John Bianchi 5 Comments

* 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.

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April Favorites For Health Nuts

Published April 29, 2019 | Last Updated April 1, 2022 By Dr. John Bianchi Leave a Comment

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…

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Can Starting An Exercise Program In Your 50s Help You Live Longer?

Published April 13, 2019 | Last Updated March 24, 2022 By Dr. John Bianchi 3 Comments

New study: If you start exercising later in adulthood, you could reap the same health benefits as someone who has exercised their whole life.

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.

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Your Attitude Toward Aging Might Affect Your Odds Of Developing Alzheimer’s Disease

Published April 5, 2019 | Last Updated October 12, 2022 By Dr. John Bianchi 3 Comments

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…

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