Focus on Food
The first step to staying fit as you age is to keep track of what you’re eating. You don’t need to completely change your diet on a whim or jump onto a popular fad diet. Simply take into account what you’re putting into your body on a regular basis. There’s nothing wrong with having a night out with friends, enjoying a few drinks, or even splitting a pizza with your spouse—it’s just about moderation.
Ask yourself: Am I getting some fruits or vegetables mixed in with each meal? Am I limiting how many carbs I eat? Am I eating healthy fats? Am I eating smaller meals when necessary? If you can answer “Yes” to any of these questions, then you’re setting yourself up well as you age. But if you’re answering “No,” you might want to consider making some small changes.
Get Some Sleep
Sleep is just as important when we hit our 50s and 60s as it is in our 20s. After all, our metabolism slows down, our joints and muscles stay tighter for longer, and little things that never used to nag us seem to be a bother each day. But with more sleep, you can give your body a better chance at recovering from the previous day.
Having trouble sleeping? CBD may be able to help with that. Frontier Jackson’s COO and co-founder Brian King says he’s had friends and family who’ve added CBD into their daily lives thank him for how much it has helped.
“Over the last few months, we’ve had a handful of family members start taking CBD as one way to try and help get to sleep. What we’ve heard from them is that not only have they been having a little bit easier of a time falling asleep, but they’ve also felt like they’ve had a deeper sleep on the nights where they’ve taken a dose of CBD before bed.”
Exercise Regularly
How we exercise is always changing, but finding a way to continue exercising regularly plays a big role in keeping our fitness in check. Even though we may not be able to work out the same way, there are a handful of great activities and sports for seniors. But exercising is only half of the battle. You also have to maintain a regular schedule for it to make a difference.
Set up a routine—whether that’s early in the morning before you head to work, over lunch, or before you head home for the day—where you will prioritize exercise. With a routine, it becomes easier to go on the days where it seems tough. Slowly, you may start to feel better and, hopefully, feel a little fitter.
King has seen a change in his recovery process ever since he started using CBD to help with muscle and joint pain after a day of exercise.
“I’ve had shoulder troubles for years stemming from an old injury, and it’s caused nagging pain after working out as I’ve gotten older. With an extra dose of CBD, along with some CBD salve right on my shoulder, it feels as though the muscles around my shoulder have actually gotten faster at recovering.”
Ease Your Mind
Just as you need to help your body recover after a day of strain, it’s also important to take some time each day to help your brain recover. That can happen with even a little bit of brain training. Crossword puzzles, Sudoku, solitaire, or even mind game apps on your phone are all great options to help you stay sharp, improve your memory, and help you wind down from a long day.
If you’re wondering “How will training my mind help me stay fit as I get older,” know that the better your brain functions, the easier it is to accomplish every day tasks. You’ll be able to better focus on the little things you need to get done every day, instead of scrambling to recall what’s on your to-do list.
If you’re looking for a little help in easing anxiety every day, CBD has shown some ability to help with that. King has seen how CBD can help others focus while noticing a change in himself as well.
“I’ve had some talks with a friend who’s a big swimmer and recently started taking CBD before a long workout. They’ve noticed how, when they’re in the water, they used to have a battle with themselves thinking about other things going on and not focusing on what they wanted to get done in the pool. But with CBD, they’ve started to feel more of a calmness when in the water. Fewer distractions in their own mind and better focus on their goals.”
He continues, “For myself, days where I have a handful of tasks I need to get done used to frustrate me. I couldn’t focus on one task without thinking about the next or what was after. But as I’ve added CBD into my daily routine, I get to work and feel like I can sit down and just focus on each task individually.”
Keep Up with Your Doctor
It goes without saying, but staying fit can be a bit simpler if you know where you’re starting and how you’re progressing by keeping up with regular doctor visits. Yearly checkups can be a bit frustrating, but it’s in your best interest to get some blood work, check cholesterol levels, and ensure everything is working as it should be. Additionally, if you’re considering adding CBD into your daily routine, don’t be afraid to chat with your physician about adding all-natural alternatives to your life.
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