Introduction If you have arthritis, you may have been told to “take it easy” to avoid making your pain worse. But here’s the truth: movement is medicine. While it might seem counterintuitive, the right exercises can help reduce stiffness, strengthen muscles, and improve joint function—ultimately easing arthritis symptoms rather than worsening them. That said, not […]
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I. Introduction: A Dream Put on Hold I’ve always loved music. As a kid, I remember watching guitarists play with effortless skill, their fingers flying across the fretboard, making magic with just six strings. I thought, One day, I’ll do that too. But as life often does, it got in the way. Work, family, and
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Introduction: Why Staying Active Matters Hitting 60 doesn’t mean slowing down—it means moving smarter. Staying active after 60 keeps you strong, mobile, and independent, but it also comes with a new challenge: avoiding injuries that take longer to heal than they used to. Take my old college buddy, Mark. In his 40s, he was a
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Ah, music—the universal language of the soul… or in my case, the sound of a midlife crisis hitting a high note. That’s right, folks. After 40 years, I’ve decided to pick up my guitar again. And spoiler alert: it hasn’t exactly been like riding a bike. In this post, I’m diving into why I decided
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They say you can’t teach an old dog new tricks—well, I’m here to prove them wrong. A few months ago, I finally picked up something I had dreamed about for years—learning to play the guitar. And let me tell you, it’s been quite the ride. I’m not aiming to be the next Eric Clapton, but
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