Increasing life expectancy is changing the definition of age and aging globally. The ancient opinion that "50 years is middle age" is no longer valid. Scientists state that nowadays, "middle age is 60 years". Unfortunately, many people don't know how to enjoy life after the age of 50. Discover the beauty of life after 50 years by doing fun activities and maintaining health.
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Part 1 of 2: Doing Fun Activities
Step 1. Perform activities that have been pending
Entering the age of 50 years, maybe you have a lot of free time because you are retired and the children are adults. Take the time to explore new things by doing fun activities, such as traveling to places you've never been, tasting new menus, or taking courses to develop yourself.
- Write down fun things that you can do according to the availability of funds and time. For example, all this time you want to sew your own party dress. Take a sewing class and then wear a homemade dress to a party. As another example, if you have been wanting to travel to Germany for a long time, prepare yourself by reading books and websites that provide information about the country and then make a travel plan and arrange the required documents.
- After you turn 50, you may have more free time and less responsibilities than before. Take this opportunity to do the things you are passionate about and realize your life goals. This step is useful for maintaining physical and mental health while having fun.
Step 2. Do a new activity that you enjoy
Taking care of your mental and physical health by exercising is important so you can enjoy life because it keeps you healthy and happy. Take up a new activity or spend more time enjoying a hobby. In addition to making life more colorful, you have the opportunity to have fun new experiences and make new friends.
- Do activities according to your hobbies, such as painting, dancing, collecting old coins, practicing yoga or Pilates. Anything you do to keep yourself moving and active keeps you young at heart. In addition, you can engage in traditional arts or meditate on scriptures.
- Do new activities with an open mind, especially if a partner or friend invites you to accompany them. Being active with other people enables you to appreciate new experiences and togetherness.
Step 3. Take trips if possible
Lots of new locations that can be visited outside the city or abroad. While traveling, your body and brain stay active so you stay energetic mentally and physically.
- Determine the location you want to visit even if it's just outside the city. Take this opportunity to gain new knowledge about local people's lives, especially residents over the age of 50.
- Choose a less popular travel destination. Visiting tourist sites that many people choose may not be as exciting or exciting as exploring new locations. For example, if you are traveling in Germany, visit a less popular area, such as Würzburg or Bad Tölz, instead of just touring the big city, such as Munich.
Step 4. Continue education
Take courses to study a subject you are interested in. Take training to expand the knowledge needed according to your profession. Let the brain face challenges by challenging yourself to keep the brain in prime condition.
- Take courses, trainings, seminars, or further education programs to stimulate the brain. Many universities offer face-to-face or online education programs for retired professionals.
- By taking courses and continuing your education, you can gain new and exciting experiences.
Step 5. Get involved in the community
Set aside time to play an active role in community or community activities, for example by becoming an RT or RW administrator. This step keeps you active while helping others. In addition, you can meet people aged 50 and over who also want to live happily.
Participating in political activities through associations on campus or mass organizations is an opportunity to carry out useful activities and help others by sharing knowledge
Step 6. Take time to volunteer in the local community
By doing good and helping others, you can continue your activities while sharing your knowledge and experiences with others. Volunteering helps you harness your abilities and live life with a positive mindset so that you can enjoy life beyond the age of 50.
- If you have a business or skill developed over the years, share it with others by teaching or mentoring. For those of you who live in the US, contact the Small Business Administration (SBA) by accessing the website https://www.sba.gov/ for information on how to share knowledge to help others by mentoring or volunteering.
- In addition, you can volunteer at a school, hospital, or community center.
- Offer help to friends and family members who need it.
Step 7. Interact with people you don't know
Many people experience changes in mindset and lifestyle after the age of 50. Getting to know new friends keeps you in touch with other people so you can have new fun experiences. In addition, you remain among a group of people who are ready to support and care for you.
- You can make new friends in a variety of ways, such as attending community events, going on trips, or talking to people you meet at the market. Chat with people regardless of age.
- Invite to meet new friends or old friends, for example by taking him out for coffee or practice taici together once a week.
- Meeting friends and doing activities together is very beneficial for maintaining mental health.
Part 2 of 2: Living a Happy Day
Step 1. Make a daily activity schedule
Try to keep your day going well by implementing a consistent schedule. Many people feel relieved of responsibilities when there is too much free time and too few obligations, so they feel unproductive and useless. Avoid this by setting a schedule of fun or to-do activities.
Step 2. See a doctor regularly
The physical condition and needs of a person change with age so that they become vulnerable to diseases and physical complaints, such as heart disease and Alzheimer's. Therefore, take the time to regularly consult with a general practitioner or specialist to prevent or treat the disease as early as possible so that you can enjoy life after the age of 50.
Observe the condition of the body regularly and note the things that worry. When consulting with your doctor, describe the complaints you are experiencing in detail, such as symptoms, duration, and how you deal with them
Step 3. Apply a healthy diet.
Eating nutritious foods and eating on a schedule plays an important role in maintaining good health after the age of 50. Nutritious foods, such as fresh fruits, fresh vegetables, and lean protein are a great source of energy to enjoy life while minimizing the risk of disease.
- Consume 1,600-2,800 calories daily according to gender and daily activity level.
- Eat 100-150 grams of fresh fruit every day, such as strawberries, apples, or pineapples. Consume pieces of fruit flesh, instead of fruit juice because it is not filling. Eat a variety of fruits so that you get a variety of nutritional intake.
- Eat 200-250 grams of vegetables every day, such as broccoli, sweet potatoes, or zucchini. Eat a variety of vegetables so that you get a variety of nutritional intake.
- Fruits and vegetables are a very beneficial source of fiber intake for people aged 50 years and over. In addition to smoothing the digestive system, fiber consumption minimizes the risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.
- Eat 150-250 grams of whole grains daily and at least half of them are whole grains, such as brown rice, whole grain pasta or bread, and cereals.
- Consume 150-200 grams of protein daily from beef, pork, poultry, cooked legumes, eggs, peanut butter, nuts, and seeds. Protein is also useful for maintaining muscle mass.
- Consume 2-3 cups of dairy products daily, such as cheese, yogurt, milk, or ice cream. Dairy products are beneficial for forming and maintaining bone and muscle strength, so they are needed by people aged 50 years and over.
- Limit consumption of sodium, sugary drinks, and red meat that can trigger health problems.
Step 4. Do cardio exercise regularly
Cardio exercise is beneficial for improving physical and mental health. In addition, moderate-intensity exercise, such as walking, is an opportunity to meet new friends and engage in new activities.
- Get in the habit of exercising at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity per week. If needed, you may practice 10 minutes per session several sessions a day.
- Make sure you consult your doctor before starting an exercise program.
- If you've never exercised before or want to practice light impact, it's a good idea to walk, practice yoga, or swim. You can increase the intensity of exercise, such as running, if your physical condition allows.
- Consider physical abilities when exercising. Take a break to recuperate if you feel dizzy or uncomfortable.
Step 5. Perform muscle strengthening exercises
You need to strengthen muscles in addition to cardiovascular training. Research has shown that cardio exercise can slow down the aging process and prevent diseases that correlate with age, such as osteoporosis by building muscle and bone cells.
- Before starting a muscle-strengthening exercise program, consult a doctor and a certified fitness trainer.
- Get used to exercising to train the body as a whole and meet the needs according to age. For example, practicing leg strengthening helps build the muscles and bones needed to support the body.
- When training with weights, use a resistance band if the dumbbells or dumbbells are still too heavy.
- Take a yoga or pilates class that is useful for strengthening and stretching muscles. This exercise also makes you feel relaxed.
Step 6. Don't push yourself
When doing activities, such as traveling or exercising, pay attention to your physical condition and feelings. This step helps you identify any time your health is compromised.
- Take time to rest as you wish or need. If you're so tired that you don't want to work out tomorrow, take a day off to keep yourself healthy and happy.
- Stop activities that trigger dizziness, headache, shortness of breath, chest pain, faster or irregular heartbeat.
- Get in the habit of getting 7-9 hours of sleep a night every day to maintain physical and mental health.
