What's the Key to Healthy Aging? Good Living

While traditional thinking encouraged us all to prepare for old age, the goal now is to embrace a holistic approach to health that prepares us for each new age that lies ahead: Eras of excelling at work, raising children, making new friends, retiring to a dream home, travelling, and embracing new hobbies. 

Age is just a number, and no one knows that better than Martha. Still as fearless and focused as ever, our founder is an iconic example of how cultural views on getting older have shifted. By adopting a policy of good living—strengthening your body, incorporating nutritious food, building up your brain, and practicing mindfulness—you can lay the groundwork for decades of unforgettable adventures.

Ahead, you'll find our comprehensive guide to living well at any age: Tasty (and unexpectedly healthy) recipes, simple activities, hobbies to keep your brain and body in tip-top shape, and more ways to make intentional choices for your health now—and in the future.

Martha's 10 Best Tips for Healthy Aging

While we may not all end up on the cover of Sports Illustrated at the age of 82, we can take inspiration from Martha's best tips for successful aging. These low-effort suggestions—drink green juice, try Pilates, pick up a new hobby—are accessible and effective ways to live the Martha life at any age.

10 Hobbies for Older Adults That Improve Brain and Body Health

The demands of work, child-raising, and school lessen as we age, leaving many adults with more leisure time than they've had since childhood. That makes this era the perfect time to pick up a new skill. From juggling and quilting to mindfulness and learning a second language, find your new favorite hobby on this inspiring list.

24 Dietitian-Approved Recipes That Promote Healthy Aging

If it's true that you are what you eat, then a balanced diet is the key to a balanced life. The recipes on this list—quick lunches, weeknight dinners, holiday sides, and more—make it easy to put together a mouthwatering meal plan based on healthy fats, whole grains, and nutrient-rich vegetables.

The Best Morning Routine for Increased Productivity

While one's relationship with productivity may evolve throughout life, there's a lot to be said for starting the day on a positive note. Having a few action items to complete every morning sets the tone for the rest of the day. To help you with this, we have some easy changes you can make that won't just improve your morning, but will enhance your productivity throughout the day.

6 Easy Ways to Practice Mindfulness at Any Age

While mindfulness may seem like a recent addition to physical and mental health routines, it's more important than ever in a world filled with social media notifications, text messages, and constant news alerts. These simple ways to disconnect and recenter yourself—like putting on your favorite song or noticing a moment that brings you joy—are easy to start (and to continue).

12 Foods That Are Surprisingly Good for You as You Age

Even a kindergartener can recite a list of nutritious foods (though they may prefer not to eat them): Apples, broccoli, wheat bread, yogurt. But the fresh produce, nuts, beans, and dairy products on this list have health benefits you may not have learned about in school, like lowering your risk of dementia, improving your cholesterol, strengthening your bones, and providing essential antioxidants.

How to Start Bullet Journaling (And Make It a Habit)

Journaling is a wonderful hobby linked to mental and physical health benefits, including reduced stress and lower blood pressure. And in particular, bullet journaling offers the potential to improve your productivity and organize routines. All you need is some paper, writing utensils, a desire to streamline your life, and our expert tips for how to start and maintain the practice.

The Green Juice That Martha Drinks Every Morning

Move over, coffee—Martha starts her day with a green juice. "This is what I recharge my batteries with every single morning," she says. "I don't leave my house without it." She’s been honing her recipe for years, and it's as tasty as it is nutritious. Her version is made with pear, celery, cucumbers, parsley, ginger, and orange, but you can use her recipe as a starting point and substitute whatever you have on hand.

7 Simple Ways to Stimulate Your Brain as You Age

Keeping your brain stimulated doesn't just mean making sure you never miss Jeopardy—you can find nearly endless ways to keep your neurons firing into new, brain-boosting pathways. Medical experts weigh in on the specific activities (like calling a friend) and overall health advice (keeping your stress managed) that allow your mind to stay as active as your body.

10 Anti-Inflammatory Foods You Should Be Eating

If you're trying to reduce your risk of chronic disease, focus on adding the best anti-inflammatory foods to your plate. In addition to staying active, managing stress, and making other lifestyle choices, eating such foods can protect your cells and potentially extend your lifespan. We've got the line-up here; you may be surprised by the many delicious options!