The Aging Well Podcast
Jeff Armstrong
The "Aging Well Podcast" is about, well...aging. It's for people of all ages who are interested in aging successfully. The topics include the Spiritual, Physical, Intellectual, Emotional, and Social dimensions of wellness as they relate to living as well and as long as possible, as well as the financial, legal, and housing questions that everyone has about aging well. Do you have a question you want answered or topic you want discussed on the "Aging Well Podcast"? Send us an email to agingwell.podcast@gmail.com or record your question for us to use in an upcoming episode at following link: Record a message
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May 2, 2024 • 18min
Episode 145: ED Drugs to Prevent Dementia?
A recent study in Neurology by Adesuyan and others, titled “Phosphodiesterase Type 5 Inhibitors in Men With Erectile Dysfunction and the Risk of Alzheimer Disease” suggests that this category of drug may be repurposed for the prevention of dementia?In this episode, Dr. Armstrong and Corbin Bruton discuss the possible benefits (and risks) of taking PDE5Is, such as Sildenafil (Viagra), to prevent dementia and how this approach compared to exercise for one’s health and… aging well.Send us a text...
Apr 28, 2024 • 1h 5min
Episode 144: But It IS About The Box--Women’s Health And Aging Well w/ Sam Moore
There is a notable paucity of research on women in sport and exercise science research. The gap is even greater for women in midlife and beyond. (See the recent Editorial in the British Journal of Sports Medicine by McNulty, Olenick, Moore, and Cowley, “Invisibility of female participants in midlife and beyond in sport and exercise science research: a call to action.”In this episode, Dr. Armstrong is joined by Sam Moore, a former student in the Exercise Science program at Western Oregon Unive...
Apr 25, 2024 • 28min
Episode 143: The Power of Social Connections in Healthy Aging w/ Noah Schnell
Studies have consistently shown that older adults with strong social connections tend to experience better mental health outcomes, including lower rates of depression and anxiety. Having a supportive social network can provide a sense of belonging and purpose, which are crucial for maintaining emotional well-being.In a special episode of the Aging Well Podcast, it is the host who is being interviewed. Dr Armstrong is joined by one of his Exercise Science students from Western Oregon Universit...
Apr 21, 2024 • 29min
Episode 142: Overcoming Isolation and Loneliness for Aging Well w/ Arlene Schiff
In this episode, Dr. Armstrong and Corbin Bruton are joined by Arlene Schiff. Arlene is the Education Director at Elderwerks, a complimentary, not-for-profit, person-centered organization located in Palatine, Illinois. Elderwerks offers older adults, seniors, caregivers, and families information, referrals, and guidance for all types of senior housing, care, benefits, and services. The mission of Elderwerks is: “To provide senior living coordination, advocacy, and education to older adul...
Apr 18, 2024 • 29min
Episode 141: The 'Power 9' Rule and Aging Well
In this episode, Dr. Armstrong and Corbin Bruton discuss the ‘Power 9’ and what they mean for… aging well.The Power 9 are nine things that the five places that have the highest proportions of people who reach 100 have in common. These are* move naturally, say yes to happy hour, take time to downshift, give your diet a plant shift, find your crew, abide by the 80% Rule, put your loved ones first, find a place you belong, and know your why.*Links:“The Longest Living People in the World All Abid...
Apr 14, 2024 • 23min
Episode 140: Reimagining Senior Living Around Social Interaction w/ Sara Carbonell
In this episode of the Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Armstrong is joined by Sara Carbonell, Director of Marketing and Sales at Amblebrook, for an in-depth conversation that dives further into the community’s pioneering efforts to foster connection and longevity for its aging residents.Amblebrook is a 779-acre, 55+ active adult living, community located in the idyllic and historic countryside in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Knowing the vital role that community and friendship can have in aging adults, ...
Apr 11, 2024 • 12min
Episode 139: How Exercise Beat COVID
In this episode, Dr. Armstrong and Corbin Bruton discuss an article, “Prepandemic Physical Activity and Risk of COVID-19 Diagnosis and Hospitalizations in Older Adults”, published February 13, 2024 by Muñoz-Vergara and others in JAMA Network Online and the role of exercise, physical activity, and maintaining a healthy body composition on mitigating the risk of SARS-CoV-2, COVID-19, and illness, in general, to… age well. Send us a textTruDiagnostic epigenetic testingGet a 12% discoun...
Apr 7, 2024 • 35min
Episode 138: From Wheelchair to Weightlifting Podium and Aging Well w/ Kim Rahir
Kim Rahir is a journalist turned health coach and weightlifting competitor. Kim’s story is more than about becoming a competitive weightlifter later in life. In this episode, Dr. Armstrong and Corbin Bruton talk with Kim about her journey, resiliency, her experience with Guillain-Barre syndrome and multiple sclerosis, empowering women through heavy lifting, and muscling out of adversity to… age well.Learn more about Kim Rahir and her accomplishments at: https://kimrahir.com/or follow her on F...
Apr 4, 2024 • 55min
Episode 137: Finding Your 'Why Not' w/ Sandi Griffin Fitness
In this episode, Dr. Armstrong visits the participants in the 12-Week Transformation Challenge sponsored by Sandi Griffin Fitness (Colorado Springs, CO). It is always a treat to engage with this group of motivated exercisers.Most everyone knows their "why" for exercising. The "why", however, doesn't always get us to our goals. Knowing our "why nots"--our obstacles and excuses--helps us zero in on the behaviors that are limiting our performance. Want to age well? What is your "why not"?Se...
Mar 31, 2024 • 43min
Episode 136: Living Life Passionately to Age Well w/ Eme McAnam
In this episode, Dr. Armstrong and Corbin Bruton are joined by Eme McAnam, author of the critically-acclaimed senior romance novel, Freefalling. Eme is living a rich and fulfilling life. In her years, she has worn many hats. She certified fitness instructors, was a financial advisor, ran an assisted living facility, and even had a song on The Top 100 Country Billboard chart. The hosts and their guest discuss life, Purpose, grattitude, and the role of passion and romance in living a fulfilling...
