Aging Gracefully
Oct 31, 2008 05:00PM ● By Super Admin
If you thought the “golden years” meant slowing down, think again. Just
ask Barbara Terry. A very young 86-year-old, she holds the same job
she’s had for nearly 40 years as a tax preparer for H&R Block,
actively takes care of her spacious garden, cooks elaborate meals for
family members, and completes a crossword puzzle every day. “It keeps
my mind sharp,” she says of her daily routine. It’s not that life in
the last couple decades has been completely smooth sailing. For her
entire life she’s struggled with a serious asthma condition; in the
mid-‘90s, she successfully fought off a bout with breast cancer; a year
later she cared for her ailing husband who suffered from heart
problems, Parkinson’s disease and dementia. But, even after his
untimely passing, Terry never wavered. She went on with her job and
usual activities, remaining a truly independent and inspirational force
for all who know her.
We will all face different hurdles as we age, from sudden stressful occasions to plain old genetics. But, there’s one element we can control, our attitude…and a good one goes a long way. Here are a few tips on staying younger and healthier well into your 60s, 70s and 80s.
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The Energetic 80s
Don’t forget that a little exercise can make all the difference whether you’re a sprightly 60-year-old or an athletic 80-and-young. Especially in later years, the virtues of regular physical activity cannot be argued more strongly. Whether a brisk walk, a few laps in the pool or a short chase with your grand or great-grandkids, movement is key to a happier heart, healthier bones and more joyful joints. Just be aware of your limitations to help prevent unnecessary falls and exhaustion.
Above all, remember to enjoy every single moment. No fight need be unbeatable, no obstacle too great to overcome, and certainly, no memory worth missing. So keep positive, keep active and show your “90s” who’s boss.
For more about Aging Gracefully, be sure to pick up this month's copy of Style-Roseville Granite Bay Rocklin edition. Click on the "Get Your Copy" link on the bottom of this page for some of our newsstand locations. Or, to order a copy of this issue, please email Gloria Schroeder at [email protected], or call her at 916-988-9888 x116.
We will all face different hurdles as we age, from sudden stressful occasions to plain old genetics. But, there’s one element we can control, our attitude…and a good one goes a long way. Here are a few tips on staying younger and healthier well into your 60s, 70s and 80s.
...
The Energetic 80s
Don’t forget that a little exercise can make all the difference whether you’re a sprightly 60-year-old or an athletic 80-and-young. Especially in later years, the virtues of regular physical activity cannot be argued more strongly. Whether a brisk walk, a few laps in the pool or a short chase with your grand or great-grandkids, movement is key to a happier heart, healthier bones and more joyful joints. Just be aware of your limitations to help prevent unnecessary falls and exhaustion.
Above all, remember to enjoy every single moment. No fight need be unbeatable, no obstacle too great to overcome, and certainly, no memory worth missing. So keep positive, keep active and show your “90s” who’s boss.
For more about Aging Gracefully, be sure to pick up this month's copy of Style-Roseville Granite Bay Rocklin edition. Click on the "Get Your Copy" link on the bottom of this page for some of our newsstand locations. Or, to order a copy of this issue, please email Gloria Schroeder at [email protected], or call her at 916-988-9888 x116.