PROTEIN IS A VITAL MACRONUTRIENT THAT is central to building, maintaining, and repairing our body’s tissues. Today’s topic? Protein exposed. As I prepare for the Emerald Cup, the Master’s Over-60... Read More
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Timing Exercise for Health
TIMING EXERCISE FOR HEALTH: Early mortality risk is lowest in those who perform moderate to vigorous activity in the evening. That’s the conclusion of a new analysis of UK Biobank... Read More
5 Strategies to Slash My Dementia Risk
I have increasing concerns about my risk of developing cognitive decline or dementia. Today, I’ll share 5 strategies I use to try to slash my dementia risk. I am struck... Read More
Building Muscle With Age
AT 59, I DECIDED TO ENTER A BODYBUILDING PHYSIQUE CONTEST. Perhaps a fool’s errand, but I convinced myself that my days of building muscle weren’t behind me. Building muscle with... Read More
Sticking With Your Workout Routine
I will start with a quiz about sticking to your workout routine. Which of the following strategies augments the efficacy of physical activity interventions the most in older adults? A.... Read More
Heart Rate and Disease Risk
Heart rate is a vital sign reflecting your health. It’s a reflection of disease risk and mortality. The beat of our hearts isn’t just our body’s rhythm; it’s a predictor of early... Read More