How To Make Healthy Fitness Goals That Boomers

2012 is sure to be an exciting year to be alive! Some say the apocalypse is coming, but most Boomers hear these predictions all the time! Plus, we're all getting closer to oblivion this year - a free update if you will. I am part of this latter group. I see teachers sharing their teachings with more students. And making ancient healing traditions more accessible to everyone. Health and fitness miracles happen every day!

For many of us Baby Boomers, the last few years are a time. When we worry about or watch an ageing family member develop health problems. like Alzheimer's, Osteoporosis, Heart Disease, and Diabetes. Seeing these diseases up close and personal has made us even more determined not to get there. And we're headed in a different direction than previous generations.

At the beginning of the year, health, health care, etc. are often discussed. On our focus on decision-making, here are some tips to help you stick to your resolutions, not this year. But for the rest of your life.

My advice for this year is to be more aware of your body and the changes you feel. Catching any disease early increases your chances of beating it.

For example, cancer is very much in the news today. Several friends and family recently had their first colonoscopies. and I will be getting my second this year. As with recent changes in screening for breast, cervical, and prostate cancer. there have been several changes in recommendations. For these tests over the past few years. Thermography is becoming popular and I can't imagine. That health insurance will cover this procedure anytime soon - this year! Research has shown that thermography can detect tumours earlier than mammograms. And larger, more scientific trials are being conducted.

Take the latest test. I post my research on my blog and articles, as do other health coaches and doctors. Read this article, then talk to your doctor about your new test. What changes you're noticing in your body or diet, and your family history? I know that most of my parents and friends have never consulted a doctor. About their family history or understanding their bodies as I do. This Baby Boomer generation is learning to take responsibility for our health. And not rely on people we see once a year and who don't know us. As Baby Boomer Martha Stewart would say, that's a good thing!

Exercise and diet have been shown to prevent many heart diseases including osteoporosis. And Alzheimer's disease, as well as high blood pressure and weight gain. A diet rich in Omega 3 should now include plenty of fruit and vegetables. Wild salmon, walnuts, flax and sardines provide Omega 3, dark fruits. Such as blueberries and cherries are high in antioxidants, and green leafy vegetables. Spinach, kale, broccoli and swiss chard provide lots of vitamins and some calcium. Almonds are also a good source of calcium and are a favourite of mine.

Moderate exercise is the best way to tone your body in the long run. And I recommend choosing something you enjoy doing. How about a salsa lesson? Or have you ever wanted to play tennis or swim like a fish? When you love to exercise, it's easier to get out and do it, so choose and go for it!

Social activity helps keep our brain cells healthy. So combining exercise with social gatherings is a great way to stay active. Healthy and vital in our golden years.

Don't forget your attachments. I know they get bad press, but I still believe in their benefits. I especially take vitamin C for my immune system. A system for real work. Bring your supplements to your next doctor's appointment. And consult with your doctor about your blood levels and which supplements are right for you.

I also recommend that you make your resolution as detailed as possible this year. Only they are good.

For example, some examples of goals that can measure instead of building or losing are:

I love swimming and this year I will go to the pool at least twice, for 30 minutes each time.