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The secret to living longer might start with your legs. According to Steven Kotler, leg strength and thigh muscle mass play a major role in maintaining long-term brain and body health. Research has also linked stronger legs with a lower risk of early death. He explains three important reasons why: Social Connection: Weak legs can make walking and moving around harder, leading people to become less active and socially isolated. Bone Health: Your femurs are the largest bones in your body and play an important role in storing minerals like calcium, which your body needs to function properly. Fall Prevention: Falls are a major health risk as people age. Stronger legs help maintain balance, mobility, and stability, reducing the risk of dangerous falls. The takeaway? Building and maintaining leg strength isn’t just about fitness or appearance. It’s an important part of healthy aging, longevity, mobility, and protecting your overall health. Don’t neglect leg day. Your future self may thank you. Follow @forfreshface for more content on your health. Video: The mindvalley podcast Speaker : Steven Kotler #Longevity #HealthyAging #LegStrength #Exercise #health
For Fresh Faces2,900,000 Aufrufe • vor 8 Tagen
Stop correcting someone with dementia. Do THIS instead. If someone you love has dementia, correcting them when they get a fact wrong can feel like helping, but it doesn't help them remember. It just takes away what keeps them feeling grounded. Picture a mother telling her adult son they need to pick up his grandfather from the bus stop, when the grandfather has been gone for decades. Her son replies, "Mom, Dad died decades ago. Don't you remember?" The confusion doesn't lift. Panic sets in, and she grieves all over again, right there at the kitchen table, because to her it's not a reminder, it's fresh news. As the disease wears away the brain's sense of time, reality stops being something you both share and becomes an emotional state inside them. Thinking and memory fade, but feelings outlast facts. They may forget the year, their address or even your name, yet they still feel fear, defensiveness or peace. You can win the argument and still lose the connection. So step gently into their world instead. You don't have to tell elaborate lies; respond to the feeling underneath: "You're thinking about him today. Tell me about your favorite memories." If confusion or distress is new or getting worse, talk with their doctor. Follow for more on dementia care, and share this with someone caring for a loved one with dementia. #DementiaCare #Caregiving #HealthyAging
Neal K. Shah, NIH-PI, CareYaya167,400 Aufrufe • vor 1 Tag
Why Seniors Decline After a Hospital Stay #healthyaging #seniorhealth #Caregiving
Ray Donnelly259,300 Aufrufe • vor 4 Tagen
These traditional movements work different areas of your body—from your shoulders and legs to your full-body mobility. Practice consistently, move at a comfortable pace, and build a stronger daily routine. Save this and follow along. ❤️ #FullBodyExercise #DailyMovement #HealthyAging #MobilityExercise #TraditionalExercise
taichinili1,500,000 Aufrufe • vor 1 Monat
I’m turning 50, and I don’t want getting older to mean giving up the things I love doing. That’s why I practice movements like these throughout the week. Hip mobility, balance, strength, and control all play a role in helping us continue moving well as we age. You don’t have to be able to do everything right away. Start where you are, use support when needed, and gradually build strength and control. Which movement would challenge you the most? #HipMobility #MobilityOver40 #HealthyAging #BalanceTraining #FunctionalFitness
Christina Nicci191,500 Aufrufe • vor 9 Tagen
I'm 66, David is 71, and apparently we'll never grow out of dancing around the house together! We both believe that looking and feeling youthful comes down to the little habits we practice every day. Here are 3 things we prioritize after 50! 👇 ☀️ **1. PROTECT YOUR SKIN** Daily broad-spectrum SPF 30+, a little shade, and a good skincare routine can make a huge difference in protecting your skin from premature aging. 💪 **2. KEEP YOUR BODY STRONG** Strength training helps preserve muscle, mobility, and strength as we age. We also love walking, eating protein-rich meals, and finding any excuse to dance together! 😂 😴 **3. PRIORITIZE RECOVERY** Quality sleep, consistent routines, and managing everyday stress are some of the most important habits for healthy aging. ⚡ **AND HERE'S OUR FAVORITE PART OF OUR MORNING ROUTINE…** Liposomal NAD+! 🧬 NAD+ is a naturally occurring coenzyme found in every cell of your body. It plays an essential role in cellular energy production and supports the body's natural DNA repair processes. NAD+ levels naturally decline as we get older, which is one reason scientists are so interested in its role in healthy aging. We've made a liposomal NAD+ supplement part of our daily routine, and it's something we're always excited to share with others who are interested in healthy aging! ❤️ ✨ **Want to know which NAD+ supplement we use?** 👉 **Click the link in our bio for the NAD+ supplement we recommend!** We may earn a small commission from purchases. #USA #antiaging #womenover50 #healthyaging #agelessbeauty
David & Sofia | Ageless Couple34,600 Aufrufe • vor 2 Tagen
Healthy Habits Your Knees Will Love! 💪 #KneeCare #Fitness #Wellness #HealthyAging #Posture
Bruce Billy574,300 Aufrufe • vor 1 Monat
