Young at Heart
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Hawaii seniors get a kick out of playing pickleball
For about three hours two mornings each week, the thwack of wood paddle meeting plastic ball echoes throughout Koko Head District Park’s gym, accompanied by the nearly constant sound of laughter. Read more
Senior Day Care volunteers cultivate land in Waianae
Every week, 66-year-old Perry Barker leads a group of seniors on a strenuous trail to replace invasive species with native plants as part of the state’s forest restoration project. The group, ranging in age from 49 to mid-70s, work in the nearly 3,600-acre lowland Honouliuli Forest Reserve that is home to dozens of endangered species — more than half of which are only found in Hawaii. Read more
Avoid the flu, not social activity
No one expects to get a cold or the flu. However, unless you live like a hermit, getting the flu may be inevitable. Read more
Positive attitude makes Helen Yano pride of senior community
If the sun is shining outside Helen Yano’s apartment in Kapolei, it’s a good bet you won’t find the retired teacher sitting around indoors. Read more
Grandparents helped raise multiple generations in Kaimuki home
In the blink of an eye, the generations have flown by since Audrey and Solomon Niau met as teenagers 70 years ago in the same quaint Kaimuki neighborhood they live in today. Read more
After conquering banking world, Lily Yao turned to golf
Hard to say if Lily Yao found golf or it found her. At 74, it doesn’t matter. What she knows is she started golfing when she was 50 and it has changed her life. Read more
Baby boomers love to travel in later years
If you’re over 50, chances are good that you’ve already enjoyed a vacation trip or are in the process of planning one. It’s not a secret. Your travel agent and tourism marketing folks know this. Baby boomers love to travel. Read more
Lucille Lo Chun strives to make tai chi accessible to all
Cloud Hands, Grasp Bird’s Tail, Serpent in the Grass, Embracing the Tiger, Part Wild Horse’s Mane — those are the lyrical names of tai chi movements that Lucille Lo Chun performs with fluid, deliberate grace. Read more
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Paddlers’ sibling rivalry evolves into team spirit
The Foti brothers have a made a splash on the paddling scene for decades Read more
The beat is perfect for married Zumba instructors
Tom and Jennifer Hintnaus find rhythm in life on the Zumba stage and off Read more
‘Windward Widow’ relives youth on wheels
Teri Shimizu tangles with the ‘fresh meat’ as a roller derby referee Read more
Aging is just a matter of attitude adjustment
Many seniors enjoy the same activities that they did when they they were younger Read more
Renowned artist Satoru Abe welds together copper patterns every day to make new creations, often much to his delight
At age 91, sculptor Satoru Abe is as prolific as he was in his youth Read more
Plan ahead to have enough income for retirement
Avoid scams and plan for expenses to have a financially secure retirement Read more
A balanced diet of essential nutrients becomes even more critical as we age
There are no good or bad foods — variety and moderation are key Read more
Ocean gives videographer new life
Ray Hollowell communes with animals underwater, filming dolphins and sharks at play Read more
Working longer, staying stronger
Seniors comprise 35 percent of the population but pay 50 percent of state and local taxes Read more
Crossing the globe in search of unique experiences, Ruth Limtiaco has found happiness in new pursuits
Ruth Limtiaco took up horseback riding at age 65 Read more
Retired Marine challenges himself with skydiving
The 70-year-old Kailua resident has leaped about 3,000 times from death-defying altitudes. Read more
Before you travel, assess any medical needs
From daily medications to assistive devices, line up what you’ll require before hitting the road. Read more
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