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What’s the best way for seniors to stay active?

What’s the best way for seniors to stay active?

At the beginning of my CrossFit journey, I was blown away by Linda, who’s 72, and her workout friends from church. I consider myself fairly fit. For most of my life, I’ve maintained some kind of workout routine. I used to enjoy running, until a herniated disc robbed...

How Does the ‘Tyranny of the Urgent’ Affect How We Treat Seniors?

How Does the ‘Tyranny of the Urgent’ Affect How We Treat Seniors?

When I was studying for my undergraduate degree, a little pamphlet-sized book changed my perspective on time.  In “Tyranny of the Urgent,” Charles E. Hummel argues that a lack of time isn’t our problem. The problem is our lack of prioritization.  When we let...

How does Our Culture of Urgency Affect Us as We Age?

How does Our Culture of Urgency Affect Us as We Age?

A recent mission trip to El Salvador got me thinking about how Americans spend our time in the rapid age of overachievement.  In many ways, the trip reminded me of my childhood and underscored how little has changed in the world. In fact, the school associated...