Experience Life

- Pumping Irony -

PUMPING IRONY: Par for the Course

By Craig Cox

An afternoon on the links brings two old friends with disparate views back together.

- Nutrition -

5 Tips for a Healthier Smoothie Bowl

By Kate Chynoweth

Not all smoothie bowls are created equal. MyFitnessPal shares five tips to making a healthy — and delicious — bowl.

- Aging -

PUMPING IRONY: Lift and Learn

By Craig Cox

I may have to adjust my opinion of bodybuilders after new research suggests resistance training strengthens the aging brain.

- Sports/Recreation -

CTE Found in 99 Percent of NFL Players Studied

By Michael Dregni

We talk to forensic pathologist Bennet Omalu, MD, about the brain disease he discovered.

- Life Unedited -

LIFE, UNEDITED: At Least I’m Still the Grillmaster

By Jill Metzler Patton

Our senior food-and-nutrition editor contemplates her attempts to become a more confident cook.

- Nutrition -

Optimize Your Onions

By Catherine Guthrie

These tips will help you get the most flavor from your onions.

- Pumping Irony -

PUMPING IRONY: Stop and Smell the Broccoli

By Craig Cox

New research suggests that a reduced-calorie diet can extend your lifespan — but only if you take a whiff of what’s on your plate.

- audio -

Embracing Adventure: An Interview With Jon Levy (Audio)

By Heidi Wachter

Behavioral scientist Jon Levy talks with Experience Life’s Heidi Wachter about creating your own adventures and the transformative power of new experiences.

- Travel -

The Best of All Worlds

By Heidi Wachter

Writer Tsh Oxenreider traveled the globe with her husband and three kids for nine months — and learned that shared wanderlust creates stronger bonds at home.

- Aging -

Spice Up Your Meals for Longer Life

By Kaelyn Riley

Why chili peppers may be the key to longevity.

- Pumping Irony -

PUMPING IRONY: Try Counting Sheep

By Craig Cox

Nearly half of the senior set isn’t getting enough sleep, but efforts to address the problem seem to be more entertaining than effective.

- Gut Health -

Beyond the Gut: The Body’s Microbial Landscape

By Kristin Ohlson

The microbiome isn’t just located in the gut — our bodies actually host dozens of microbial communities.

- Gut Health -

Get Smart About Antibiotics

By Laine Bergeson

Thinking about taking antibiotics? Here are 6 tips to consider.

- Nutrition -

Eat Like a Yogi

By Jonny Kest

Learn to eat more mindfully and trust your body’s intelligence.

- audio -

Expanding Your Limits: An Interview With Krystle Wright (Audio)

By Heidi Wachter

Adventure photographer Krystle Wright talks with Experience Life’s Heidi Wachter about trusting your instincts, pushing boundaries, and the power of storytelling.

- Personal Development -

How Much Awe Do You Experience?

By Heidi Wachter

Results from a new quiz highlight some key factors that may affect how many sublime moments you feel.

- Fitness Tips -

Choosing a Plant-Based Protein Powder

By Lauren Bedosky

The best option might be a blend of pea and rice proteins. Here’s why.

- Aging -

PUMPING IRONY: Doctor’s Orders

By Craig Cox

A former practicing physician explores the bottom-line priorities that govern our dysfunctional healthcare system — and offers some practical tips for overcoming the many obstacles it throws in our paths.