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The Journal on Active Aging brings articles of value to professionals dedicated to older-adult quality of life. Content sweeps across the active-aging landscape to focus on education and practice. Find articles of interest by searching the article archives in three ways: Enter a keyword in the articles search bar; click on search by topic; or type a keyword or phrase in the general search bar at the top of the page.

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“Ageless aging”: How women can truly win the longevity lottery by Colin Milner-11076

“Ageless aging”: How women can truly win the longevity lottery by Colin Milner

Although "women have won the longevity lottery, they face challenges to living better longer," says Maddy Dychtwald, a leading futurist, public speaker, and thought leader. Contributing to these challenges is women's underrepresentation. As a result, their unique needs, concerns, challenges and ambitions receive too little attention. Dychtwald shares perspectives and information to help women lead longer, better lives.

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Beyond fear: Enhancing mobility and autonomy by Mike Studer, PT, DPT, MHS, NCS, FAPTA-10862

Beyond fear: Enhancing mobility and autonomy by Mike Studer, PT, DPT, MHS, NCS, FAPTA

Learn how tailored strategies and supportive guidance can transform fear into confidence, enabling clients to embrace their daily activities with newfound courage.

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Harnessing the power of exercise and nutrition to combat age-related muscle loss by Sandy Todd Webster, MSFS-10834

Harnessing the power of exercise and nutrition to combat age-related muscle loss by Sandy Todd Webster, MSFS

Roger Fielding, PhD, a renowned Tufts University researcher, shares insights on sarcopenia prevention and the latest research on healthy aging.

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Healthy aging: Our brains and our identity by Kelly Tremblay, PhD-10764

Healthy aging: Our brains and our identity by Kelly Tremblay, PhD

Can we change who we are as we grow older? The fluidity of identity, influenced by a confluence of factors ranging from genetics to cultural backgrounds, sets the stage for a journey of self-discovery and transformation that spans a lifetime. ... Research has also shown it is possible to improve many aspects of our life if we shift away from the negative stereotypes of aging and instead create more positive views of aging.

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Thistledown: More than a place to live by Beth Witrogen, MJ-10746

Thistledown: More than a place to live by Beth Witrogen, MJ

More Boomers are living alone today while also trying to maintain affordable housing in a sprawling nation built for younger, working families. Alarmingly, the risk for becoming unhoused is rising among older adults, especially those living alone. A pioneering cooperative model for senior living is successfully balancing autonomy and interdependence for low-income solo agers, building community on purpose to foster wellness.

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Unveiling nutritional requirements of older adults, part two by Sandy Todd Webster-10578

Unveiling nutritional requirements of older adults, part two by Sandy Todd Webster

In the pursuit of active aging, our journey unfolds through the choices we make--a narrative shaped by multiple determinants of health such as natural movement, stress reduction, a sense of belonging--and the foods we consume. This is the second half of a feature offering a primer on nine essential nutrients in which adults 55+ are often deficient. Review the remaining five nutrients and how to put them in an eating plan.

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