Stay Strong as You Age: 4 Healthy Habits to Help You Feel Your Best

Hi everyone! September is Healthy Aging Month - the perfect time to talk about simple, effective ways we can embrace aging! I believe healthy aging is about being confident, strong, and feeling your best at every age… while setting yourself up for a healthy future. Every stage of life brings something new, and little habits now can bring you great benefits later!

The good news is that healthy aging is really about small goals we have… For me, that means improving my strength and energy to do the things I love, caring for my body so I can take care of my soon-to-be-born granddaughter, and looking on the bright side of things so most every day is a good one!!

Below are four habits I love - give them a try, you will feel amazing! 

My Four Healthy Aging Favorites

1.Keep Moving. You know I'm a big believer in daily movement! Staying active is one of the best things we can do for ourselves as we get older: Regular physical activity supports your heart, muscles, bones, balance, energy… even your mood. The key is consistency! Carve out 30 minutes each day to do something you enjoy: one of my fun Dance Workouts, a brisk walk, gardening, or playing pickleball. Tell yourself "I get to move my body today!" and celebrate everything your body can do! 

2.Strength Train. If you're a woman in midlife or beyond, I want you to make time for strength training. Maintaining muscle is sooo important as we get older - it helps support healthy bones, balance, flexibility, posture, and independence. Bodyweight exercises (squats, lunges, planks, and push-ups) are great, and adding resistance bands and hand weights take the results up a notch. Start where you are and gradually challenge yourself. You will feel amazing once you start strength training - trust me!! I have dozens of strength training workouts in my Premium Membership - I am right there showing you how to do it safely and effectively, cheering you on every lift of the way!

3.Eat For Nourishment. I am a firm believer that healthy aging starts from the inside out. This month, focus on the healthy foods that will fuel and nourish your body: lean proteins, lots of fiber, and antioxidant-rich produce at every meal is a great start! Then add in the foods that give you the most nourishment for your bite: berries, leafy greens, beans, nuts, seeds, whole grains, yogurt, eggs, and fish are some of my favorites. I have an Eat Like Denise Plan in my Program - give it a try this month for a tasty, fueling meal plan!

4.Celebrate Rest and Relaxation. With movement comes rest - just as important for us to feel and look our best. Sleep is when your body and mind get a chance to recharge, so don’t skimp on it. Try my sleep tips - they really help! And also make time for relaxing: meditation, taking a bath, breathing exercises… all help to keep your outlook healthy and positive. 

I hope these suggestions get you excited to start a new “Healthy Aging” chapter this month! It’s all about building them into your daily life - soon they will become habits you enjoy and look forward to! Plus - with consistency - you WILL feel more energized, positive and balanced! Join my Premium Membership for more insight like this - I even have a Vitality Program specifically for women 50 and older, I think you will love it!

Let's get fit, healthy, and happy together!

Love,
Denise