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PUMPING IRONY: The Perils of Normalcy
By Craig CoxSix months into the current pandemic, I realize I’ve begun to forget the lessons it’s been trying to teach me.
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Exercise Can Boost Immunity and May Reduce Risk of COVID-19
By Craig CoxNew guidelines by the American College of Sports Medicine recommend exercise as a strategy to avoid a severe case of the virus.
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PUMPING IRONY: Faulty Connections
By Craig CoxThe current pandemic has sparked a boom in telemedicine, but a new study notes the many reasons why it’s not a viable option for many seniors.
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How to Do a Facial Lymphatic Massage (VIDEO)
By the Experience Life TeamLearn how to do this DIY technique that can help drain sinuses, relieve congestion, and reduce fluid retention.
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How to Relieve Stress During a Pandemic
By Kaelyn RileyYou may be experiencing a chronic state of stress activation known as “allostatic load.” Our experts offer five techniques to help you de-stress and re-center.
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PUMPING IRONY: The Kids Are Alright?
By Craig CoxSome evidence suggests that young people are carrying the virus into their multigenerational households, triggering the pandemic’s recent surge. Does that mean we should cancel visits from our grandson?
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An Anti-Racist Media Resource List
By the Experience Life TeamOur staff weighs in with some of their favorite anti-racist books, podcasts, movies, classes, and series.
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PUMPING IRONY: Calm Amid the Storm
By Craig CoxA pair of new studies suggests that my geezer compatriots — those of us who are still alive, anyway — are actually coping with the pandemic a lot better than you might expect.
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How to Build Love and Trust During a Pandemic
By Heidi WachterRelationship coach and author Margot Schulman offers practices for building resiliency and deepening our relationships during the coronavirus pandemic and beyond.
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Can Garlic Help Heal the Gut?
By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHCTurns out garlic is great for ulcers, food poisoning, and gut dysbiosis. Here's why — and how to get more garlic in your diet.
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How to Up Your Skateboarding Game
By Sarah Tuff DunnTake your skateboarding skills to a gnarly new level with these pro tips.
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How to Make a Reed Diffuser (VIDEO)
By the Experience Life TeamForget scented candles. Learn the steps to make this simple DIY reed diffuser — and fill your home with healthy fragrances all year long.
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12 Quick Preworkout and Postworkout Snacks
By Nicole RadziszewskiGo light before your workout — and try to eat a postworkout snack within an hour or two of your workout for recovery.
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PUMPING IRONY: Wedding-Bell Blues
By Craig CoxOur daughter is planning a big wedding this fall, despite the surging pandemic. This is forcing her geezer parents to make some heartbreaking decisions.
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STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Start Where You Are
By Maggie Fazeli FardWhile running with Olympian Carrie Tollefson, our fitness editor rekindles her love of an old pastime.
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Adaptive Athlete: A Q&A With Paralympian Joe Delagrave
By Courtney Lewis OpdahlAfter a boating accident left him paralyzed at 19, one athlete found his passion in wheelchair rugby — and encouraging others to overcome obstacles.
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Does Muscle Mass Equal Heart Health?
By Michael DregniGreater muscle mass is associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease, according to a recent study.
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The Sugar-Depression Connection
By Michael DregniConsuming sugar can lead to body-wide inflammation, microbiome disruption, insulin resistance, and more.
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Self-Care for Activists
By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCCSelf-care is not escapism: It’s a way to remain present, connected, and committed. Here's how to battle burnout if you're an activist.
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How to Select Safe Fitness Supplements
By Michael DregniThere are so many fitness supplements to choose from. Here are six tips to make sure you're picking the right one for you.
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Should You Test Your Bone Density?
By Mo PerryA bone-density test is the gold standard for diagnosing osteoporosis — and can help you assess your risk of fracture.