Injury Prevention

Running as a senior can always be a great way to keep in shape and stay healthy, but there are a few things you should keep in mind before you start pounding the pavement. Your age could affect how efficiently your body works, so you may need to adjust your running technique and intensity level accordingly. It is also truly quite important to take into account any existing medical conditions that could limit your ability to exercise.
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Sciatica can be a pain in the butt—literally. This common condition causes pain in the back and butt that may even radiate down the leg to the foot.
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Health tests and screenings are crucial to maintaining excellent health at any age but, most significantly, as you age. If people followed their physician's advice and underwent basic, routine health tests, many deaths may have been avoided. Health screenings can identify issues early when there are the best possibilities for a successful recovery.
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If you are thinking about taking up running, or you want to know what good your running regime is doing to your body, there are several health issues that running regularly can help with. If you are a serious runner or simply like to enjoy a gentle jog on weekends, here are some of the health conditions that running can help.
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There is evidence to suggest that exercise, including running, can be beneficial in alleviating the symptoms of PTSD. Exercising releases feel-good chemicals in the brain, and it has been shown to reduce the symptoms of PTSD. 
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Overall, there are many benefits to using a sauna on a regular basis. These include reduced stress levels, improved sleep quality, increased energy levels, mental and physical detoxification, clearer skin, and more. Whether you use a traditional dry sauna or a steam room, incorporating regular sauna sessions into your routine can help you feel healthier and happier overall.
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The authors of a new review published in the International Journal of Circumpolar Health say that taking a dip in cold water may be just the thing if you are looking to reduce the amount of unhealthy body fat that you have.
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It may appear as though you are either born flexible or you are not. You can observe it in action by walking into any yoga class. One group of students can effortlessly bend, twist, and touch their toes, while the other group primarily relies on straps, blocks, and bent knees to achieve each posture and position. Don't give up if you belong to a group that isn't very flexible. Some people are naturally more flexible than others, and even if you haven't touched your toes in years, it is still possible to increase your flexibility. Find out how to increase your flexibility by following the advice below.
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Often runners feel great during a hard workout, take the next run easy, perhaps a second run easy, and then attempt another hard workout. For this second hard run, though, they feel less crisp, not as light on their feet, and the results and therefore motivation suffer. The reality of this situation is that the cardiovascular and metabolic systems may very well have adapted to the first hard workout, however, inadequate attention to the musculo-skeletal system may have prevented these increased efficiencies from coming to fruition.
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