Youthful vitality has been sought after by many cultures, and over many thousands of years. Just take the “Fountain of Youth” for example – a mythological story about a spring whose waters gift all those who come in contact with it eternal youth.
If only it were that easy!
Some people are blessed with good genes and age gracefully. Others, on the other hand, have to fight every ache and wrinkle along the way. For those of us over 40 who haven’t hit the good-gene jackpot (or bathed in magical waters), age is starting to leave its mark on us. We feel it in our bodies; we see it in our skin. It looks like:
- Decreased energy levels
- Decreased muscle mass
- Loss of strength and vitality
- Stiffness, joint pain, and muscle aches
- Dry, lackluster skin
If you find yourself managing these frustrating signs of aging, you aren’t alone. Fortunately, Age Management Practices can help you slow the aging process and regain some of your youthful vitality.
Incorporate these 8 easy, proven age management practices into your lifestyle today, so you can enjoy a healthier and more vibrant tomorrow.
1. Keep An Eye On Your Nutrition
There’s no way to sugar-coat it: a healthy diet will go a long way in helping you turn back the clock on aging. Just consider the popularity of diets low in carbs and high in protein, healthy fats, fruits, and vegetables.
As we age, our resting metabolic rate slows. If you’re not taking this into account with your dietary intake, you can see an increase in weight gain and an increased risk for many chronic diseases, including:
- High blood pressure
- Diabetes
- Heart disease
- Strokes
Weight gain can also lead to a loss of lean body mass, which is essential in keeping bones strong and energy levels high.
For many, diet is one of the most difficult parts of your life to change. Who doesn’t love a good hamburger? Instead of trying to change your entire diet all at once, try following these 12 baby steps to a cleaner, healthier diet.
2. Hydrate!
Water is necessary for the proper performance of all of our organs and systems. Proper hydration helps regulates body temperature and lubricate joints, allowing for optimal mobility. Water is also the transport mechanism for the nutrients that keep us energized and healthy.
As we age, the sensation for thirst decreases, which leaves us susceptible to dehydration. This makes it even more important to drink enough fluids every day. A healthy adult will need somewhere between 1.5 and 2 liters (48 to 64 ounces) per day.
Fluids that help aid in hydration include:
- Water
- Water infused with fruits
- Decaffeinated beverages
- Fruit juices
- Non-fat or low-fat milk
3. Avoid Drinking Too Much Alcohol
This isn’t to say you shouldn’t have a drink with a friend or enjoy a glass of wine after a long day of work. But, considering the fact that alcohol is dehydrating, drinking too much is a sure way to speed up the aging process.
Here’s why: alcohol dries out skin, dilates blood vessels, and can lead to dermatological issues such as rosacea. Alcohol also depletes our bodies of vitamin A, a component necessary to keeping skin firm and youthful.
So, go ahead and enjoy a drink now and again! Just don’t over indulge and suffer the price of premature wrinkles later.
4. Exercise
As with nutrition, exercise is another key component to a healthier, more energetic aging process. Long vetted research has proven many of the negative changes we encounter with age are the direct result of a sedentary lifestyle. A solid way to combat these changes is through regular exercise.
Of course, following fitness routines — or even figuring out the right routine for your needs — can be a challenge. If that’s the case, consider teaming up with a personal trainer to get the most out of your fitness routines.
A personal trainer can:
- Tailor your routine to your skill and athletic level
- Help keep you on track to your fitness goals
- Motivate and challenge you to reach (and surpass) your goals
Through an effective exercise routine, you’ll enjoy leaner muscles, increased stamina, energy, and mobility, and improved health. It might not be the fountain of youth, but it’s definitely a step in the right direction.
5. Consider Peptide Treatments
Peptides are made up of short fragments of amino acid chains used to make specific proteins. With proteins being the fundamental building blocks of skin, peptides are essential to the skin’s ability to remain firm and elastic, discourage wrinkles, and maintain the proper texture and tone.
In addition to the benefits peptide treatments can have on your skin, these therapies have been shown to:
- Repair ligament and tendon injuries
- Lower body fat while increasing lean muscle and
- Improve your sexual function
Peptide treatments are a proven and effective path to boosting skin health, energy levels, libido, and your overall health and wellness.
READ: WHAT ARE PEPTIDES AND WHY DO YOU NEED THEM?
6. Have you Heard About IV Therapy?
It’s no secret that getting the proper number of vitamins and minerals is important to our ability to live healthy, active, and productive lives. Unfortunately, getting everything we need through our diet can be difficult as we age.
This is where IV therapy can help. IV therapy bypasses all digestive systems and allows for 100 percent absorption. By replenishing missing micronutrients, IV therapy provides your body with what it needs to thrive, so you can enjoy the benefits of increased energy and vitality.
It’s quick, simple, and the perfect option for those looking to optimize their health overall vitality.
7. Indulge Your Skin
Skin health is one of the first indicators of the aging process. For that reason, it’s important to treat our skin with as much care as we do our nutrition.
Ways to keep your skin looking healthier and younger longer include:
Using sunscreen – sunscreen should be worn every day, every season, rain or shine. In fact, the application of sunscreen before leaving the house should be as second nature as brushing your teeth. To protect skin against UVA and UVB rays, choose a sunscreen that’s at least a 30 (or above) and is labeled “broad spectrum.”
Proper hydration – remember: 48 to 64 ounces per day!
Get a facial – a facial isn’t simply a vanity procedure; it’s a proactive procedure that can help preserve skin health. For example, a HydraFacial can cleanse, exfoliate, and hydrate the skin, all in one procedure. This option is non-invasive and non-irritating and have proven results with producing clearer, firmer, and more youthful skin.
HydraFacials can also aid in diminishing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. To
learn more about the benefits of HydraFacials, download this free HydraFacial guide.
8. Get Socializing!
Research has demonstrated how an active social life is key to good mental and physical health. Social connectedness helps generate a positive feedback loop, improving your social, emotional, and physical well-being.
So, get out and get active! Join a social club, crafting group, shared interest group, or just volunteer your time to help out a cause.
Discover Your Path To Aging Well And Staying Healthy
If age is slowing you down, it’s time to take action. Whether you’re male or female, you deserve to be healthy and active for as long as possible. So why not let the specialists at The Resurge Clinic help you get there?
If your goal is to feel younger, get stronger, and stay healthier as you age, we can help. To find out how our Age Management procedures can work for you, reach out to The Resurge Clinic and schedule a consultation today!
