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Training for Longevity: 4 Exercise Types to Prolong Your Health Span

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The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health

The award-winning Silver&Fit® Blog is brought to life by a seasoned team of professionals at American Specialty Health (ASH), an organization with nearly 2 decades of experience in senior wellness programming. The Silver&Fit® blog writers, editors, clinicians, designers, and marketing specialists are dedicated to delivering engaging, informative wellness content. Every article is carefully researched and clinically reviewed for accuracy. Our goal? Content that supports healthy aging through trusted, research-based insights on fitness, nutrition, stress management, and more, tailored specifically for older adults seeking to live more vibrant, active, and healthy lives.
Understanding Trauma and the Path to Healing

Healthy Aging

Understanding Trauma and the Path to Healing

By The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health on August 18, 2025

Dealing with trauma is tough, but there is hope through treatment. With help and support, people can handle their symptoms, become stronger, and...

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Add Flavor, Not Sodium: 5 Salt-Free Seasoning Ideas

Nutrition

Add Flavor, Not Sodium: 5 Salt-Free Seasoning Ideas

By The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health on August 11, 2025

The more salt you eat, the more you crave. Retrain your taste buds to enjoy new flavors with these salt-free seasoning ideas.

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Keep On Exploring: Planning for Healthy Travel as You Age

Lifestyle

Keep On Exploring: Planning for Healthy Travel as You Age

By The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health on August 4, 2025

Travel enriches life and boosts your well-being. As you age, plan for healthy travel so you can keep on exploring. Every journey brings joy and new...

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Training for Longevity: 4 Exercise Types to Prolong Your Health Span

Fitness

Training for Longevity: 4 Exercise Types to Prolong Your Health Span

By The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health on June 30, 2025

Stay healthy and independent as you age! Learn how cardio, strength, balance, and flexibility training can help you live longer and better. As you...

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4 Lesser-Known Ways to Cope With Stress for a Longer, Happier Life

Lifestyle

4 Lesser-Known Ways to Cope With Stress for a Longer, Happier Life

By The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health on June 23, 2025

Stress-easing tools, such as deep breathing and meditation, work great. But to take your stress relief to the next level—learn about these 4...

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How to Discover a Passion That Adds Joy and Meaning to Your Life

Healthy Aging

How to Discover a Passion That Adds Joy and Meaning to Your Life

By The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health on June 16, 2025

Pursuing a passion can infuse your life with joy and excitement. Find your passion, and let it guide you day to day—and through life.

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How the Mediterranean Diet Can Fuel a Longer, Healthier Life

Nutrition

How the Mediterranean Diet Can Fuel a Longer, Healthier Life

By The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health on June 9, 2025

The Mediterranean diet is an eating plan inspired by the habits of those living in the region near the Mediterranean Sea. It may be key to a longer,...

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Adding Quality of Life to the Pursuit of Longevity

Lifestyle

Adding Quality of Life to the Pursuit of Longevity

By The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health on June 2, 2025

Longevity is a worthwhile goal. So is taking steps to enhance your quality of life. In fact, living a healthy, happy life is just as important as...

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A Handy Guide to Portion Sizes

Nutrition

A Handy Guide to Portion Sizes

By The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health on May 26, 2025

Portion sizes may have grown, but you can choose how much you actually eat. Estimate portions with a tool you always have on hand—your hand!

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How to Avoid Muscle Loss While Taking GLP-1 Anti-Obesity Drugs

Lifestyle

How to Avoid Muscle Loss While Taking GLP-1 Anti-Obesity Drugs

By The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health on May 19, 2025

A new class of medications called GLP-1s is proving to be a highly effective way to lose weight, and fast. But you’ll need to be careful not to lose...

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