Doctor Shares How to Stay Active at Any Age
An orthopedic surgeon reveals the simple training shifts that keep athletes competing into their 40s. His decade-by-decade playbook works for anyone who wants to move pain-free for life.
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Cities Worldwide Redesigning to Support 100-Year Lives
As the global population over 65 skyrockets to 1.2 billion by 2040, cities from Singapore to Japan are racing to create neighborhoods where people can thrive for a century. The redesigns include fitness programs, walkable parks, and tech-enabled homes that make healthy aging accessible to everyone.
Yale Experts: Stop Ruminating to Live Healthier, Longer
Scientists at Yale's Center for Emotional Intelligence have found that breaking the habit of rumination can improve both mental and physical health. Their research shows simple techniques can stop thought spirals and reduce inflammation linked to aging.
High-Dose Flu Shot May Lower Alzheimer's Risk by 20%
Older adults who got a high-dose flu vaccine showed up to 20% lower Alzheimer's risk compared to those receiving the standard dose. The finding adds to growing evidence that certain vaccines might protect brain health as we age.
Cutting Alcohol Could Lower Your Dementia Risk
New research shows that even moderate drinking may harm brain health and increase dementia risk. The good news? It's a risk factor you can actually control.
LeBron James at 41 Dunks More Than Any Year Since 2018
Basketball legend LeBron James is defying Father Time in spectacular fashion, racking up 97 dunks this season at age 41. It's his highest dunk count in seven years, proving elite athletes can still soar well into their forties.
66-Year-Old Hits New Deadlift Record After Scary Fall
After two frightening falls left her shaken, Betty Teo let her bodybuilder son transform her into what he calls an "athletic weapon." Now she's doing pull-ups at the park and deadlifting 145 pounds.
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Running Legend Celebrates 40 Years of Two Oceans Marathon Joy
Ultra-marathon legend Bruce Fordyce reflects on four decades of joy at South Africa's iconic Two Oceans Marathon. His story reveals how choosing love over winning created a lifetime of unforgettable moments.
Weekly Home Cooking Cuts Dementia Risk by 30%
New research from Japan reveals that cooking just one meal from scratch each week could reduce dementia risk by up to 67%. The mental workout of planning, preparing, and creating meals keeps your brain sharp in ways scientists are just beginning to understand.
Plant-Based Diet Cuts Dementia Risk 12%, Study Finds
A major study of 93,000 adults reveals that eating whole plant foods can lower dementia risk by 12%, and it's never too late to start. Even people who switched to healthier diets after 60 saw real benefits.
Gardening May Protect Your Brain as You Age
Scientists are discovering that getting your hands dirty in the garden isn't just good for growing vegetables. It might be one of the best things you can do for your aging brain.
Gardening Boosts Brain Health as You Age
Scientists have discovered that getting your hands dirty in the garden might be one of the best things you can do for your brain. This simple springtime activity offers surprising cognitive benefits that researchers are just beginning to understand.
Shingles Vaccine May Fight Dementia and Slow Aging
New research reveals the shingles vaccine does more than prevent painful rashes. Scientists found it may protect against dementia and slow biological aging at the molecular level.
95-Year-Old Breaks 100 Swimming Records, Has No Plans to Stop
Jane Asher has shattered over 100 world swimming records and shows no signs of slowing down at age 95. The great-grandmother's secret? A love of water that keeps her happy, healthy, and always looking forward to the next race.
Jane Asher, 95, Breaks Five Swimming World Records
A 95-year-old swimmer from south London just shattered five age group world records, bringing her lifetime total to over 100 Masters swimming records. Jane Asher credits friendship, family tradition, and the pure joy of swimming for her decades of success.
700 Australians Redefine What Aging Well Really Means
New research reveals that purpose and connection matter just as much as diet and exercise for healthy aging. Even with health conditions, 70% of seniors surveyed say they're thriving.
97-Year-Old Canadian Sprinter Breaks World Record in 200m
Earl Fee just shattered the indoor 200-meter world record for his age group at 97 years old, proving that extraordinary athletic achievement has no expiration date. The Canadian masters runner now holds 12 current world records across multiple distances and age categories.
Singapore Invests $38M in Tech to Help Seniors Age Well
Singapore just launched a $37.9 million program using AI and robotics to help people age healthier, from predicting fracture risk in seconds to preventing falls before they happen. The initiative targets three critical areas: bone health, mental wellness, and stroke recovery.
Weight Lifting After 60 Keeps You Strong and Independent
Science confirms that lifting weights in your 60s and beyond keeps you strong enough to climb stairs, carry groceries, and live independently for years to come. Even if you've never touched a dumbbell, it's never too late to start building muscle and protecting your bones.
Lawrence Tech Unveils Center for Aging at Home with Dignity
Lawrence Tech is launching a Healthy Aging Innovation Center to help seniors live independently at home through smart technology and human-centered design. The free April 10 event will showcase innovations that make aging safer and more dignified.
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