Lifestyle And Dreams Over 40

5 Yoga Stretches For A Stronger Back I am 48 and have been living with scoliosis of the spine since I was young. I never let it affect me before, but as I've grown older, it's developed into a bulging disc and a pinched nerve along with sciatica. I work two jobs and don't have the energy or pain endurance to go to a gym. I can't stand or walk without pain. I dread the thought of any social activity due to the walking. Here are 5 yoga stretches that have been slowly changing my life - one day at a time. It's amazing! #1: Sit criss-cross applesauce (or a variation of): Keeping your back tall, simply breathe in & out. Deep breaths to inhale the new and exhale the bad. My breath was shaky, at best, in the beginning. See it through. You'll see a difference in a few days. #2: Double knees to chest: Lay on your back and bring both knees to chest (again, some variation/as close as you can get). I'm about halfway to my chest. Use your hands to ke...

Being in my 40's, I have noticed a big change in my metabolism. It's definitely slowing down with each passing decade. I remember being able to eat anything I wanted and not gain a pound. Now it seems as if one little fun night of splurging and I not only gain 2 or 3 pounds, but I feel sluggish, my face is puffy, and I usually have a headache. When many people gain weight or develop health conditions, they often believe they inherited the problem from their parents. I bet you've heard, "my relatives have it too". Although there are some fixed genetic traits such as eye or hair color, up to 80% of our genes are influenced by our environment, including our lifestyle choices. Life doesn't end in our 40's, it's just beginning again! Follow these tips and you'll see a younger, healthier you! Avoid high sugar foods and added sugar. Sugar can cause artificial dips and highs in energy and can be so addictive. Cut back on alcohol, as it has a simila...