In the pursuit of a long and healthy life, the age-old debate between cardiovascular exercise and weight training has raged on. Both forms of exercise offer unique benefits that contribute to overall well-being, but when it comes to longevity, cardiovascular exercise has emerged as a frontrunner. While weight training undeniably enhances muscle strength and endurance, the cardiovascular system plays a pivotal role in sustaining life, making its consistent maintenance paramount for a prolonged existence.

Baby boomers have innovated each age group they’ve experienced. Now that most of them are in their 60s and 70s, they are setting a new standard for aging gracefully, as they strive for a high quality of life in their later years.

As an older adult, you are considering starting weight training. You’ve read the articles on the benefits it provides. The only problem is that the gym can be an intimidating place. Plus, you don’t know how to use the equipment, nor can you take the risk of getting hurt. Hiring a personal trainer seems like a good idea, but is it worth the money?

What happens to our bodies as we age? A study published in 1981 can help us answer that question. “The Framingham Disability Study II, Physical Disability Among the Aging” looks at many factors and what limitations occur as we get older. This information becomes even more relevant today as the second largest generation, the baby boomers, are now aged 56 to 75 years old.

Insulin resistance often referred to as prediabetes, means you have a higher-than-normal blood sugar level but not high enough to be considered type 2 diabetes yet. If you have prediabetes, the long-term damage of diabetes may already be starting. There's good news, however. Progression from prediabetes to type 2 diabetes is evitable.

This is a statistic I read in the book “The Hacking of the American Mind” by Robert H. Lustig. In addition he mentions that 80% of obese people will suffer metabolic disease. This also means that 20% of overweight and obese people will not be affected. To me, both data points were shocking.

My 3 tips for baby boomers to star their fitness journey. A step-by-sep approach to improve your health and wellness.