Apart from health and money, what do we most crave? The answer could well be: SLEEP. It is generally accepted that a healthy adult requires on average 7-9 hours of sleep each night.

Question: Can you prevent the ageing process? Answer: No, but you can make choices that improve your ability to maintain an active lifestyle to do the things you enjoy.

Walking is something that almost all of us take for granted, which is why it’s probably the most underrated form of exercise. It’s a simple way to trigger a cascade of health benefits. Let’s take a closer look at it.

Pilates is a system of low-impact controlled exercises designed to improve core strength, mobility and flexibility: all of the body’s muscles are engaged. This system is comprised of precise moves, a focus on form and specific breathing techniques. I incorporate several of these exercises in my own fitness regimen.

The negative health consequences of prolonged sitting accumulate when your body chronically remains in the same position with little or no movement for extended periods of time. Several recent research studies suggest that the amount of time North Americans spend sitting down each day, whether at a desk, in a car, or in front of a screen, create health risks comparable to those caused by smoking.

Text Neck is a term coined to describe a repetitive stress injury caused by excessive use of electronic devices, particularly cell phones. Many people are hunched over when texting, and are not aware of the potential permanent damage to their cervical spine.

When people think of chronic pain, many focus exclusively on medication. However, there are numerous alternative and diverse techniques available that can help you alleviate pain.

Just as you may not run as fast or jump as high as you did as a teenager, your brain’s cognitive power – that is, your ability to learn, remember, and solve problems – also slows down with age.

In the simplest terms, a kettlebell is a weight with a handle. Since its introduction to gyms a few decades ago, this bulb-shaped and cast-iron weight has been touted as being able to provide a complete workout by itself.

My purpose is to encourage eating a balanced diet as an essential part of maintaining good health, and to allude to the compelling evidence which suggests that your diet may affect your mental health and well-being.

I have a question for you: Do you have difficulty fitting exercise into your daily regimen? If yes, the answer just might be “exercise snacks”, or brief bouts of exercise spread throughout the day. Typically, they are done at a higher intensity than regular exercise.

The core is the centre of the body and stabilizes it, allowing you to move in any direction. The core encompasses your abs, hips, chest, pelvis, buttocks and back.  The core muscles are the central link in a chain connecting your upper and lower back.

I have been a volunteer in some capacity since my teens, and I can claim with conviction that one of the most meaningful ways of enhancing the lives of our fellow beings is by giving to our community.

The video is a multi-award-winning documentary about astonishingly energetic people in their 70s and 80s in B.C., who defy the stereotypical image of age.

Fuel your performance with the right grade of calories I’m Barrie, and I warmly welcome you to my tri-weekly blog Over50andfit.ca  I have a question

I’m Barrie, and I warmly welcome you to my tri-weekly blog: Over50andfit.ca I have a question for you: How much water should you drink daily?

On the home stretch! I’m Barrie, and I warmly welcome you to my tri-weekly blog Over50andfit.ca Question: What is a very important exercise activity which

Home gyms are becoming more popular during the Covid era, and I suspect that they will remain equally prevalent in the post-Covid period. Why? Because there are numerous benefits of building your own home gym

Yoga originated as a group of physical, mental and spiritual disciplines in Northern India, in what is generally accepted as some 5,000 years ago. When was yoga introduced to North America – can you guess? – 1893.

Previously, I have focussed exclusively on physical fitness. Based on popular demand, going forward I want to cover total fitness – not only physical, but also mental, emotional, relationship and financial fitness. In this blog, I will talk about mental fitness, specifically memory.

Today I am focussing on cycling. As we mature, we can lose some balance so I will make stationary bicycles our focal point. By doing this, we will not have to worry about balance to the same extent as riding outdoors. In addition, we avoid potential hazardous traffic and weather conditions.

Hiking for over-50’s can be a lot of fun, but it can also be a challenge if you have not hiked before. Hiking is an extension of walking, and hiking will also follow naturally. This blog is mainly intended for those who have never hiked before or those who have not hiked for a long time.

A gallery of 12 iconic seniors to inspire you.

Anything is possible if you put your mind to it. Most of our “barrie-rs” are self-imposed, and can be removed if we have self-belief.

Your heart rate (the number of times your heart beats in one minute, which is the same as your pulse rate) is an important indicator of your overall heart health, especially if you have any health conditions that include the risk of cardiovascular disease.