The holiday season is great time of year to spend time with friends, family and loved ones. Making sure you stick to your normal active routines may not always be a priority or "top of mind" when it comes to celebrating the holidays and that is quite OK. But, there are always some easy things you can do to help keep you body a mind "in shape" which will make the return to fitness and health a little easier when the new year arrives.

In This Episode you Will Learn:

1). Why it can be challenging to stay on top of your regular health and wellness routines more so than other times of the year.

2). Why it is still important to take care of your body and wellness during the holidays and how this will help you after the season is over.

3). How to enjoy delicious foods and still maintain a healthy diet at the same time.

4). How staying hydrated will help you maintain your energy levels during your bust schedule and activities.

5). Why prioritizing sleep is important and how this affects everything from your mood to stress levels.

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We hope the tips we share in this episode are helpful to you as you enjoy the magical time of the holidays. The important take away is that you can still make memories with your family and friends and keep your body and mind healthy during this time without sacrificing moments if you choose.

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“Reflect upon your present blessings—of which every man has many—not on your past misfortunes, of which all men have some.”-Charles Dickens

This quote reminds us to look at the good, and what we do have, never dwelling on the past and what we do not have.

Meredith

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Many people consider retirement a time when you no longer have the responsibility of working and you focus on spending your time on things like hobbies, travel and time with the family. As much as this can be true for some people, a lot of people still consider working after retirement age for many reasons. If you still actively work after "Retirement", it is very important to make your heath and wellness a priority.

In This Episode You Will Learn:

1). Why we labeled this episode as staying active during your work day in "Retirement" and how many people still actively work after hitting their retirement age.

2). Why it can be difficult to take care of your body especially after a long work day as you age into your retirement years.

3). How making sure to take consistent breaks during your day and using that time to rest and recharge will keep your mind and body healthier as you progress through your day.

4). The importance of creating a workspace or environment around you that helps promote your physical and mental wellness.

5). Why it's always best to take time out of your day even if it's only 5 minutes to tend to your physical well being by stretching or exercising.

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We hope the tips and suggestions in this episode are helpful to you or someone you know who is still actively working after their designated retirement age. Making sure you keep your physical, mental and emotional self a priority while staying in the workforce can definitely keep you prepared for what you ask of your body for many years to come.

Team Meredith

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“Some people grumble that roses have thorns; I am grateful that thorns have roses.”-Alphonse Karr

This quote reminds us to look at everything from every angle…always finding the good in it all!

Meredith

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Regular exercise has many benefits including building strength, flexibility and your cardiovascular system. But did you know that exercising also can increase your bone health and density? Bone health may be overlooked when it comes to the benefits of exercise but it plays a crucial role in your overall wellness and longevity.

In This Episode You Will Learn:

1). Why your bone health is important and how it plays a crucial role in your life as you age.

2). Some of the issues you may encounter as you age if your bones get weaker and more brittle without regular exercise.

3). How certain weight bearing exercises can actually strengthen your bones even into your later years.

4). How "ramping up" the intensity of some of your regular cardio style exercises can increase strength and resilience in your bones.

5). Why doing exercises that help improve your balance are important in building strength and stability in your bones.

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We hope the exercises mentioned in this episode are helpful to you if you are struggling with bone density issues like osteoporosis etc. Taking care of your bones should also be a priority especially as you age and making sure you include some exercises in your weekly schedule that address these issues can help set you up for a longer and healthier life for years to come.,

Team Meredith

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“When eating fruit, remember the one who planted the tree.” -Vietnamese Proverb

This quote reminds us to be grateful for all parts of the process, starting with the beginning into the growth and bloom.

Meredith

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Staying flexible especially as we age has many benefits when it comes to living an active lifestyle. Daily tasks like walking up and down stairs, getting in and out of a car, and carrying groceries all require our bodies to be flexible and balanced as much as possible. Flexibility training and regular stretching are key to accomplishing your daily tasks with more ease. In this episode we're sharing 5 benefits of regular flexibility training.

In This Episode You Will Learn:

1). What is flexibility training and why we dedicated a full episode to this important topic.

2). Why flexibility and stretching commonly get overlooked and skipped after exercising and why this is a mistake.

3). How your posture is directly linked to your body's flexibility and why this matters when it comes to aging gracefully and for longevity.

4). How slowing down, breath work and stretching after a workout helps relieve stress and helps prevent injury.

5). The importance of blood circulation in your body as you age and how flexibility training and stretching play important roles in that process.

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We hope this episode is helpful to you or someone you know who my be having issues with stiffness and mobility. Regular stretching and flexibility exercises are a great way to help loosen up your body and help keep you ready for everyday challenges and tasks. Independence and mobility are the key to longevity and the more you can do to help this, the longer you will remain active for years to come.

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“The smallest act of kindness is worth more than the grandest intention.”-Oscar Wilde

This quote reminds us that no small act goes unnoticed…they can end up being the grandest gesture.

Meredith

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