Healthy Aging

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Exercising Safely with Parkinson’s Disease

Consistent exercise can help slow the progression of Parkinson’s. Experts weigh in on how to get the best results.

By Emily Ewen

Active Aging Fitness Tips

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Strength, Mobility, Balance: Introducing ARORA Fit

A Q&A with the creators of the new signature group training format that’s designed for active older adults.

By Emily Ewen

Active Aging Flexibility & Mobility

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5 Surprising Factors to Reduce the Risk of Dementia

Eating well, prioritizing sleep, and exercising help to protect against dementia, but there are other several other factors that play an important role as well. Learn more.

By Michael Dregni

Alzheimer’s & Dementia Brain Health

6 Strategies to Manage Chronic Inflammation

Inflammation is highly responsive to diet and lifestyle interventions, which can help our bodies cool down and our immune systems become better regulated. Focusing on these six behaviors can make a difference.

By Mo Perry

Functional/Integrative Medicine Healthy Aging

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Talks — S6, EP15 / What Is Inflammation?

Inflammation is a natural bodily response that is essential in acute circumstances — we need it to happen we get a paper cut or if we’re fighting a head cold. Its harmful effects occur, however, when it becomes chronic and systemic. Functional-medicine practitioner Gregory Plotnikoff, MD, shares what to know about inflammation, including what causes it, how it impacts our health, ways we can test for it, and proactive steps we can take in our daily lives to tame it.

With Gregory Plotnikoff, MD

Brain Health Cancer

5 Moves You’ll See in ARORA Tai Chi

Learn about the benefits of this practice — and a few of the moves you’ll do in class.

By Emily Ewen

Active Aging Body-Weight Workouts

4 Fitness Markers to Evaluate Your Health

Are you aging well? Try out these four fitness tests that have been linked to a reduced mortality risk.

By Maggie Fazeli Fard

Active Aging Healthy Aging

Talks — S6, EP5 / How Much Protein Do I Need?

One of the most important things you can do for your nutrition is make sure you’re consuming enough quality protein. Learn why this macronutrient is so critical for health, how much protein you need, and more.

With Paul Kriegler, RD, CPT

Healthy Aging Mindful Eating

Live Longer by Increasing Your Exercise Efforts

Studies indicate that doubling, and even quadrupling, the government recommendations for exercise can significantly reduce your risk of mortality.

By Craig Cox

Active Aging Healthy Aging

Bobby Jessee’s Success Story

A man shares how a double-bypass surgery at age 54 inspired him to prioritize his fitness — and how he’s reaping the rewards at 91.

By Experience Life Staff

Active Aging Healthy Aging

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Healthy Aging and Travel: How to Prioritize Your Well-Being on the Go

Tips from an ARORA-certified trainer on maintaining strength, mobility, and endurance to make your long-term travel goals a reality.

By Emily Ewen

Active Aging Healthy Aging

Paulina Porizkova on Grief, Aging, and Timeless Beauty

The author, actress, and iconic supermodel gets real about aging, beauty, and the experiences that shape who we are — and who we become.

By Claire Connors

Healthy Aging

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Does Calorie Restriction Slow Down Aging?

Recent research indicates that cutting calories after the age of 45 can increase longevity and reduce age-related disease. Learn why and if it's right for you.

By Frank Lipman, MD

Healthy Aging Nutrition Tips