Skin Care & Health — exercise after 50

We are on the verge of a demographic revolution as the number of people over 50 will double over the next 35 years. By 2020 over 36 percent of the population in the United States will be over 50 years old. People are living longer and staying fit after 50 is a big part of extending longevity. Aging is simply the process of losing cells as you grow older and your cells stop dividing like they used to. Regular exercise strengthens your muscles and joints and can slow the aging process down by up to 10 percent each year. What...

Is 50 really over the hill? A recent surge in exercise interest among Baby Boomers has brought old stereotypes into question. Retirement communities are transforming themselves from the staid neighborhoods they once were into thriving social centers where residents can choose between dozens of different sports clubs and leagues. At the very least, today’s trends reveal that our bodies still have a lot of fight in them. We may not be as spry as we once were, but you’ll learn pretty quick that you’ve still got the ability to perform exercises that can drastically improve your health. #1 Walk for...