Sarcopenia and osteoporosis are the atrophy of our muscles, bone structure, and joint tissues that are natural with aging, yet can be slowed down through consistent resistance-based physical activity in combination with a diet higher in protein, collagen, and calcium.

As we get older, our neuromuscular responses slow and we become more susceptible to a loss of balance, or even dangerous falls. To maintain a high level of coordination we should train our brain, our ocular senses, and body together through mobility and balanced-based exercises in combination with strength training.

As a natural part of physical decline due to aging, our ability to protect ourselves from injury or pathogens also lowers, which is why falls, external and internal injury, and viral or bacterial infection can become potentially life threatening. Becoming more disciplined in a healthier diet, regular sleep, and more physical activity will help keep your immune system active and aware.

How effective our sensory inputs, analyses, and our physical and mental outputs as we age are determined by how we can help keep our central and peripheral nervous systems and our brain in the best possible condition. Eating healthy fats and keeping our gut healthy for our gut-brain axis, keeping our body and brain engaged, controlling our circadian rhythms, and learning with constant stimuli will help keep our sensory systems vitalized.