Never too late: Queensland study showcases benefits of ballet for older people
The Queensland Ballet and Queensland University of Technology has found older people who do ballet…More
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Here’s six things you can do to reduce your risk of dementia – at any age
We came across this great list by Deakin University researcher Helen Macpherson this week and…More
Want to stay healthy? Stay active – and start early, science says
UK researchers have found a lifetime of regular exercise can slow down the effects of…More
99-year-old Aussie swimmer smashes 50m freestyle world record
George Corones swam the 50m freestyle for the 100-104 age group in a record time…More
Step off the ‘conveyor belt’: could breaking old habits be the key to ageing well? An 88-year-old tests the theory
We often talk about the ageing process here at The Donaldson Sisters, but what about…More
New Queensland home exercise trial sees 20 per cent drop in ‘frail’ aged care residents
The active@home program also saw a 47 per cent fall in participants’ dependence on healthcare…More
Think that frailty is just an inevitable part of ageing? Think again, says science
In fact, age-related frailty is both treatable and preventable – just like heart disease, diabetes…More
Over 50 and can’t face the gym? There’s a new fitness program for you
Zest is an eight-week online fitness program designed specifically for the 50s, 60s and 70s…More
Can weightlifting protect your brain from dementia? This study says yes
Over-55’s with a Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) can boost their brain function by building up…More
Just keep moving, says Dick Van Dyke
The bookshelf about ageing has gained a new name in none other than Dick Van…More