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The Power of Exercising in Water

July 28, 2011

By: www.ALZinfo.org Whether it’s the hypnotic shimmer of light dancing off a lazy pond or the rhythmic pulse of a…

Graceful Exercise: Tai Chi

July 28, 2011

By Jason Schneider Exercise is important for people of all ages, but can be especially beneficial to people with memory…

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Fitness in a Flash: Exercise for Older Adults and Caregivers

February 25, 2011

By Michelle Porter Tiernan Regular physical activity can keep you strong, improve your flexibility and help you manage stress. But…

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A Walk in the Park

February 25, 2011

By Tiffani Hill-Patterson By now, everyone knows the health benefits of walking: improved cardiovascular function, weight loss, bone building, stress…

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Senior-Friendly Fitness Close to Home

February 25, 2011

By Michelle Porter Tiernan Exercise is not only good for your body; it’s good for your brain. Physical activity encourages…

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Fitness and Good Mental Health: Exercise Brings Many Benefits

November 24, 2010

By: www.ALZinfo.org Exercise is more important than you might think. Scientific evidence is increasingly showing that physical exercise is not…

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Fitting in Fitness – for Caregivers

October 21, 2010

By Jennifer Newton Reents, R.N. Making time for physical activity shouldn’t be a last consideration—especially for caregivers. Put fitness at …

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A Lifetime of Physical Activity Is Good for the Brain

October 20, 2010

Want to help ward off Alzheimer’s in old age? It may never be too early to start exercising. A new…

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Make Mental Fitness Your Priority

October 16, 2010

By Jennifer Newton Reents, R.N. We all know that physical fitness is an important component for a person’s overall health,…

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Regular Exercise and Resistance Training Are Good for the Brain

July 31, 2010

Ongoing physical activity has been linked to a longer life and all kinds of benefits for the body, including less…

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Strong Muscles May Help Ward Off Alzheimer’s in Old Age

December 7, 2009

Older adults who maintain their muscle strength are at lower risk of memory problems and Alzheimer's disease than those who are weaker, a new study shows...

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Mediterranean Diet and Exercise May Lower Your Risk of Alzheimer’s

November 23, 2009

Various studies suggest that a heart-healthy Mediterranean style diet, rich in fruits and vegetables and low in meat, may lower the risk of Alzheimer's disease...

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Aiding Alzheimer’s With the Wii Video Game

December 17, 2008

The Wii video game has proven a popular way for young and old to get a mild workout and enjoy some time with friends and family. It may also be a useful aid for people with Alzheimer's as well.

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Exercise Helps Ward Off Memory Problems in Old Age

October 14, 2008

Want to keep the mind sharp into old age? Walking and other forms of modest and regular exercise may help, a new study shows.

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