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Aging Gracefully in the Age of AI
Taking small steps with technology as we grow older By Tammie S. Brown, MPH, RDN, LD Founder, Restoring Bodies Fitness & Nutrition Services For many of us who did not grow up with computers in our hands and smartphones in our pockets, AI can feel like a lot. It can sound complicated, unfamiliar, and maybe…
Read MoreThe Real Reason Your Energy Crashes Every Afternoon
The Real Reason Your Energy Crashes Every Afternoon (and What You Can Do About It) The infamous afternoon energy crash – we’ve all been there. You start your morning full of energy, ready to take on the day. Then somewhere between 1 and 3 pm, everything changes. You struggle to focus. Your eyes…
Read MoreSix Things I No Longer Tolerate after 50
Turning 50 didn’t magically fix my life, but it did flip a switch. I stopped apologizing for who I am. I stopped explaining my dreams to people who weren’t going to support them anyway. And I stopped living by rules that were never really mine to begin with. We may not be growing taller, but…
Read MoreAging Gracefully: Simple Ways to Support a Healthy Appetite
Not feeling hungry lately? What appetite loss could mean for your health as you age. Lately, I’ve felt uninspired when it comes to planning my meals. Nothing sounds good. Sometimes, I don’t even have an appetite. So, what do I do? Nothing. I don’t plan for dinner. I may even skip a meal because I…
Read MoreWhy It’s Never Too Late to Pursue Your Dreams
Now may be the perfect time to go after that dream you’ve been holding to. “As long as you are drawing breath in your body, as long as you’re able to stand, sit, move, talk, it is never too late to pursue your dream.” – Tammie Brown, RD, MPH From the very moment we were…
Read MoreHydration Habits That Help With Healthy Aging
By Tammie Brown, MPH, RDN, LD Recently, I was doing some research on food and healing while preparing for my upcoming knee replacement surgery. I wanted to create a meal plan to make things as easy as possible for my husband who will be taking care of me as I recover. I read a lot…
Read More7 Non-Dairy Foods for Strong Bones in Older Adults
Exercise plays an important role in strengthening your bones and may help reduce the risk of osteoporosis as you age. But exercise alone is not enough to prevent bone loss. Your diet also plays a role by providing your body with the nutrients it needs to support healthy bones. How Diet Helps Improve Bone…
Read MoreFrom a Simple Bootcamp to a Thriving Fitness Studio for Seniors: The Story of Restoring Bodies
When our founder, Tammie Brown, began Restoring Bodies Fitness & Nutrition Services in the summer of 2014, it was just an outdoor class born from a desire to fill a gap in fitness for people over 40. “I had just retired from the military and still had that military mindset. I taught bootcamps and…
Read MoreTop 5 Holiday Nutrition Myths Keeping You from Enjoying the Season (and Your Food)
There’s so much to look forward to during the holidays, like spending time with loved ones, drinking hot apple cider and hot cocoa, decorating your home, and buying gifts you know the kids will love. But our favorite part? The delicious food and holiday treats! However, if you’ve been working hard on your goals this…
Read MoreBuild a Stronger, More Flexible You with Pilates
Join Our Class for Ages 50+ – Now at a New Time! In case you haven’t heard, our Pilates class is at a brand new time – 9:30 am on Wednesday! This change makes it easier for more people to discover the incredible benefits of Pilates with our fabulous instructor, Liz. As we age, maintaining…
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