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17 Jul

Welcome to Generation Fit!

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WELCOME TO GENERATION FIT! July 17, 2017 Hi! I’m Warren Cook and this is Generation Fit, the senior fitness blog. I’m writing this blog to help myself—and you—find the best ways to live well and to avoid most of the afflictions associated with aging. I’m just an average older guy, neither a natural athlete, nor a star at any sport. But I’ve seen the changes in my life that being on the road to fitness can make. You can read more about me in the sidebar to the right. I’m certain you’ve heard about all the studies that point to […]

30 Sep

Low Back Pain? Take a Walk

Posted by Generation Fit Back Pain, Walking Benefits No Comments

LOW BACK PAIN? TAKE A WALK Almost every morning, I wake up with lower back pain. Our mattress is fairly new, and I seem to change sleeping positions through the night, so, I’m just chalking up the pain to growing older. Doing a few stretches seems to help as does simply walking around the house or especially taking the dog for a stroll down the block. Since lower back pain is so common among us seniors, I decided to check if walking just might be the best medicine for eliminating or at least reducing the pain. I found several articles […]

23 Sep

Feeling Dizzy: Temporary Lightheadedness or a Warning Sign?

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FEELING DIZZY: TEMPORARY LIGHTHEADEDNESS OR A WARNING SIGN? Every once in a while, I’ll stand up too quickly after sitting at my computer and experience a brief bout of lightheadedness—or in other words, feel dizzy. I’ve found that if I sit back down or, better yet, lie down, the feeling passes in a few minutes. But I recently learned that dizziness is a common issue among seniors and can be caused by various factors, potentially increasing the risk of falls and injuries. To shed light on the different types of dizziness, I found an insightful article from the October 1, […]

15 Sep

Why You Should Get the New COVID-19 Vaccine

Posted by Generation Fit Covid Booster No Comments

WHY YOU SHOULD GET THE NEW COVID-19 VACCINE The FDA has recently approved an updated version of the COVID-19 vaccine, designed to target a newer variant responsible for this summer’s rise in cases. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) especially recommends that seniors over 65 receive this vaccine, as we are at higher risk for hospitalizations and fatalities. However, the CDC also advises waiting at least four months between doses if you’ve already received the second shot of the 2023-24 COVID vaccine. Since we had our last shots in June, we’ll get the updated vaccine in late October—but […]

08 Sep

Incorporate Physical Therapy into Your Healthcare Routine

Posted by Generation Fit Physical Therapy No Comments

INCORPORATE PHYSICAL THERAPY INTO YOUR HEALTHCARE ROUTINE We usually think of physical therapists in the role of helping us recover from an injury, surgery, or a medical condition. However, as I grow older, I’m hearing that it might be a good idea to touch base with a physical therapist and establish a relationship for preventative care. Not having much experience with physical therapy, I searched online for a concise overview of how it could benefit us. I came across an article on the Connecticut Orthopaedics website that fills the bill. Below are excerpts from Edward Strosnick’s article, 5 Reasons Why […]

01 Sep

Running Every Day?

Posted by Generation Fit Running

RUNNING EVERY DAY? This week, I came across an online article from Runner’s World discussing the benefits of running every day. Given the source—a publication focused on running—it’s no surprise they would advocate for hitting the pavement seven days a week. While I do enjoy running (or more accurately, jogging), I don’t especially agree with that idea. Rather, I bike or swim for a day or two in between my regular 5K – 10k jaunts. That said, I can see the appeal of running daily—it could help establish a consistent routine and potentially speed up your progress toward longer distances. […]

24 Aug

Fear of Falling

Posted by Generation Fit Balance Exercises

FEAR OF FALLING We just returned from a vacation where I experienced two falls—one on a wet stairway and the other on a slippery path. Two falls are definitely two too many. While I’m aware that balance tends to decline with age, I’m now determined to start exercises to combat this inevitability. As a fellow senior, you might also want to address any fear of falling. Fortunately, I had no trouble finding quick and easy exercises. The latest Harvard Health Letter (September 1, 2024) features an article by Executive Editor Heidi Godman titled Fit Balance Exercises into a Busy Day. […]

05 Aug

Why High-Fructose Corn Syrup is Harmful

Posted by Generation Fit Added Sugar, High-fructose corn syrup

WHY HIGH-FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP IS HARMFUL We know we should cut back on added sugars in general (refer to my October 2019 post: Added Sugar = Added Health Risks). But we’ve been advised time and again to especially steer clear of high-fructose corn syrup. High-fructose corn syrup is made from cornstarch, which is initially broken down into glucose. Then, enzymes are introduced to convert a significant portion of this glucose into fructose. But why should we be especially concerned about this product? I found answers in a December 1, 2020, Cleveland Clinic article titled Avoid the Hidden Dangers of High […]

25 Jul

Is Bottled Water Safe to Drink?

Posted by Generation Fit Bottled Water

IS BOTTLED WATER SAFE TO DRINK? If you’re like me, you probably don’t think twice about grabbing a plastic bottle of water when you’re away from home. After all, it’s a healthier choice than drinking a bottle or can of soda. Bottled water keeps you hydrated without adding calories, sugar, or other additives to your diet. However, while drinking water is beneficial, purchasing it in single-use plastic bottles presents a problem: too many of these bottles end up in landfills or oceans, contributing to pollution. You may have also heard about the presence of microscopic plastic particles in bottled water. […]

22 Jul

All About The Latest Anti-Amyloid Alzheimer’s Drug

Posted by Generation Fit Alzheimer's Drug Approval

ALL ABOUT THE LATEST ANTI-AMYLOID ALZHEIMER’S DRUG On July 2, the FDA approved a new Alzheimer’s drug called donanemab, which will be marketed under the brand name Kisunla. Developed by Eli Lilly, this drug is an antibody designed to remove beta-amyloid plaques that accumulate in the brains of Alzheimer’s patients. It is similar to another drug, lecanemab (brand name Leqembi), made by Eisai and Biogen. (Refer to my August 2023 post Lecanemab: the new Alzheimer’s Drug.) This marks the third amyloid-clearing Alzheimer’s drug approved in the last three years. In 2021, the FDA approved Biogen’s aducanumab (sold as Aduhelm), despite […]

12 Jul

Which Pain Relief Pill Works Better?

Posted by Generation Fit Pain Control, Pain Relief Pill

WHICH PAIN RELIEF PILL WORKS BETTER? What do you reach for when you have a headache or a sore throat? If you’re like me you just grab whatever’s handy—acetaminophen (like Tylenol), ibuprofen (like Advil), or naproxen (like Aleve). Yet, if three different options are available, doesn’t it make sense that one pain-relief pill would be more effective than the others for specific ailments? Well, yes. After reviewing several online articles about pain relievers, I found one that provided straightforward recommendations for various types of pain. Here are excerpts from the October 15, 2020 Iowa Clinic post by Matthew Sutton, MD, […]

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Welcome to Generation Fit!

Low Back Pain? Take a Walk

Feeling Dizzy: Temporary Lightheadedness or a Warning Sign?

Why You Should Get the New COVID-19 Vaccine

Incorporate Physical Therapy into Your Healthcare Routine

Running Every Day?

Fear of Falling

Why High-Fructose Corn Syrup is Harmful

Is Bottled Water Safe to Drink?

All About The Latest Anti-Amyloid Alzheimer’s Drug

Which Pain Relief Pill Works Better?

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