There’s something ironic about loneliness today: while we’re technically more interactive than ever, genuine human connection feels increasingly rare. Originally, my title for this article was “Overcoming Loneliness,” but it irked me. The word overcome sounds kind of pathologizing. There’s nothing inherently bad about feeling lonely. Loneliness isn’t a character flaw – it’s a universal … The post 6 Ways to Transform Loneliness and Thrive as a Mature Adult appeared first on Over Fifty and Fit ..read more

Here’s a little secret that took me years to learn. Muscle soreness after a great workout is not always your badge of honor. Instead, intense soreness is often your body’s cry for help. It’s asking you for more support with muscle recovery. If you’re over 45, you’ve probably noticed that recovery isn’t the speedy process … The post Top Foods to Speed Up Muscle Recovery After Your Workout appeared first on Over Fifty and Fit ..read more

Have you ever noticed how many of life’s most meaningful moments are often unplanned? Serendipity refers to the occurrence of events by chance in a happy or beneficial way. Serendipity isn’t just a fancy word for luck. It’s the art of making fortunate discoveries by accident. As someone who has long been passionate about cognitive … The post 5 Easy Ways to Invite Serendipity into Your Daily Life appeared first on Over Fifty and Fit ..read more

Consistent sauna use is a promising lifestyle practice that science reveals can probably reduce risk of unnecessary early death. This article shares the significant science behind the benefits of using a dry sauna consistently. I’ve included tips on how you can get started with making sauna sessions a regular part of your typical week. I’ve … The post Preventing Early Death with Regular Sauna Sessions appeared first on Over Fifty and Fit ..read more

Want to know a secret? While everyone else is stressing about holiday weight gain, you could actually emerge from the festive season looking and feeling better than ever. Here’s how to make this year different. I’ve also included a video that should prove helpful. End of Year Weight Gain: Is It a Real Thing? What … The post Defy Holiday Weight Gain with These Science-Backed Strategies appeared first on Over Fifty and Fit ..read more

I’ve been working as a full-time blogger for 15 years. That’s a long time. Every morning, I wake up, and after I make my tea, I sit down and start working on content for my audience of mature adults who want to be even healthier. Where do I find the motivation to keep crafting articles, … The post Finding Your Purpose: 10 Core Principles for the Health-Conscious appeared first on Over Fifty and Fit ..read more

You can build your dream life. To get started, it’s helpful to think of your mind as a garden and the plants you grow as reality. Positive thoughts are like the bountiful fruits and vegetables you grow in your garden to feed yourself and your family. Conversely, negative thoughts are like weeds and pests. Tending … The post Build a Dream Life: 8 Ways Your Habitual Thoughts Become Reality appeared first on Over Fifty and Fit ..read more

Endorphins are the secret to living a life that feels deeply satisfying. They’re those remarkable neurotransmitters in your body that give you feelings of pleasure, comfort, and euphoria. This article reveals how to get more of them. I’ve also included a video which should prove helpful. Are Your Endorphin Levels Low? Do you ever feel … The post 3 Fun Ways to Trigger Your Body’s Natural Endorphins appeared first on Over Fifty and Fit ..read more

I’ve lived many places in my life and, among all those locations, my favorite is Mérida. If you’re in your midlife or post-midlife and you’re intrigued by the idea of living in Mexico, particularly in the region of Yucatán, then I encourage you to read on to see if Mérida might be a good choice … The post Midlife in Mérida: Starting Your New Life in Yucatán, Mexico appeared first on Over Fifty and Fit ..read more

Do you want to be even happier and healthier than you are right now? If so, then you’re probably going to need to become more talented at reciprocity. I’m going to share with you what reciprocity is and why it matters, and I’ll give you tips on how to get more of it in your … The post Reciprocity: What It Is, Why It Matters, & How to Get More of It appeared first on Over Fifty and Fit ..read more