Fit After Fifty (Paperback)

Baby Boomers are one of the largest and most powerful generations in the U.S. They have redefined aging and are more educated, wealthy, and tech savvy than their parents or any generation preceding them. Yet, despite these advantages, some studies show that many Boomers are actually overweight or obese, placing them at greater risk for chronic health conditions such as heart disease, Type 2 Diabetes, and certain cancers. Even for the most determined Baby Boomers, as we age, we often lose flexibility, strength, and balance, which makes staying, fit after 50 challenging. Working with a physical therapist, can help you address these challenges, maintain fitness, and avoid injury. While helping you achieve your fitness goals, physical therapists take an individual approach and consider any pre-existing conditions or diseases that you may have to tailor a plan that is specific to your unique needs. But it starts with YOU