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We create a false self in early life to meet external expectations and cope with childhood experiences – James Hollis
James Hollis explores the psychological and spiritual upheaval of midlife as a necessary and meaningful rite of passage. Drawing from…
Half-hour strength sessions twice a week are enough to build muscle
Why everyone needs stronger muscles From our 30s onward we gradually lose muscle tissue, a process called sarcopenia. Weaker muscles…
Ultra-processed foods linked to weaker muscles and higher fat in thighs
A UCSF study finds eating ultra-processed foods adds fat to thigh muscles, making them weaker and raising arthritis risk, even if you exercise.
Walking like the most active people could add 5 to 11 years to life
A new study finds that matching the activity level of the top 25% of Americans could add 5 years to life expectancy, and up to 11 years for the inactive.
Everyday movement like cleaning or walking makes your brain act four years younger
Everyday movement like cleaning improves cognitive health and processing speed, making your brain act four years younger, a Penn State study finds.
Preventing F-actin buildup in the brain extends lifespan by 30% in fruit flies
A UCLA study found that preventing F-actin accumulation in the brain restores autophagy and extends fruit fly lifespan by 30%, offering new anti-aging hope.
Fitness director: Three simple strength moves can help you stay independent longer
A fitness director who works in a longevity clinic recommends three simple compound exercises for healthy aging: These moves use…
Being mentally resilient is linked to living longer and healthier
A large study of older adults finds that people with higher mental resilience, including calmness, perseverance, self-reliance and a sense…
Father sacrifices his life for early retirement, only to die from cancer soon after
The story of a father who sacrificed his happiness and health to retire early, only to be diagnosed with terminal…