Before the Highway: Saint Paul, Minnesota

Ultimately, the St. Anthony Route was chosen and approved by government officials citing its efficiency." In 1983, he co-founded the Rondo Days Festival. More than 35 years later, he was an important figure in the development of theRondo Commemorative Plaza. AARP:Tell us about living in Rondo. Marvin Anderson:I knew from an early age that my Rondo community was a special place. Rondo as a community was about 40 years old when I arrived on the scene in 1940....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 317 words · Candace Key

Before the Highway: St. Petersburg, Florida

The majority Black community inSt. Petersburg, Florida, contained hundreds of single-family homes and locally owned businesses. Interstate 75 is a product of the1956 Federal-Aid Highway Act. Those who could do so relocated. The Gas Plant community faded away. Nearly 1,000 jobs and economic resources were promised. AARP:What was it like to grow up in the Gas Plant community? Mayor Ken Welch:It was a community in every sense of the word....

April 30, 2025 · 4 min · 652 words · Kendra Smith

Beginner-Level Placemaking Recipes

Alleyways Alleyways are among the most underused public spaces in America. Outdoor Games Successful public spaces offer activities and support active uses. Creating a temporary roundabout by using paint and hay bales lets a community test the solutions effectiveness. Public art displays are also a great way of lauding and promoting local talent. Seating Everybody sits! Public seating is an essential ingredient in placemaking. Signage Directional signage is referred to as wayfinding....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 83 words · Anthony Luna

Benefits of Aerobic vs. Anaerobic Exercise — and How to Add Both to Your Routine

Read this explainer to finally understand the differences between anaerobic and anaerobic exercise. But while TikTok can familiarize you with the latter, this article is the best guide to the former. C.P.T., owner of training platformBeyond Fitness Online. Photo: Getty Images What Is Anaerobic Exercise, Exactly? Anaerobic exercises are the opposite of endurance activities. “Anaerobic exercise can only be performed for a very short period of time,” says Straub. They all involve pushing yourself to your limit for a very limited amount of time....

April 30, 2025 · 3 min · 485 words · Randy Baldwin

Benefits of Iron and Iron-Rich Foods to Add to Your Diet

Exhibit A: Iron is a mineral that is important for growth and development and proper body functioning. Here are a few highlights. This is why having healthy iron statusis important forhealthy hair, skin, and nails. Photo: Getty Images Remember how iron plays a role in the production of hemoglobin and transporting oxygen through your body? May Support Athletic Performance Iron may also support athletic performance. You then haveless healthy red blood cells availableto carry oxygen through your body....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 202 words · Sheryl Robinson

Benefits of Walnuts That Will Make You Fall In Love with This Nut

At first glance, walnuts might seem pretty strange. They’re wrinkly, oddly shaped, and resemble mini-brains. (You’ll never unsee it!) Photo: Getty Images But once you get past their peculiar appearance, walnuts are worth your attention. Highly nutritious, they’re rich in good-for-you fats andantioxidants, plusvitaminsand minerals to boot. Ahead, learn about walnut health benefits, plus ways to enjoy walnuts at home. What Are Walnuts? The tree sprouts fleshy fruits with a green, leathery outer layer known as the hull or husk....

April 30, 2025 · 3 min · 472 words · Michael Guerrero

Benefits of Wide-Grip Push-Ups and Muscles Worked

Not all push-ups are created equal here’s what to know about the wide-grip push-up. There’s a solid chance you were actually doing a wide-grip push-up when you meant to do astandard push-up. Wide-grip push-ups are a more challenging variation of the standard push-up. Wide-grip push-ups also take some of the heat off your triceps. Engage quads and core as if holding a plank. Do 8 to 15 reps. Try for 3 sets....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 134 words · Brandon Hernandez

Best and Worst Exercises for Pregnancy Third Trimester, According to an Expert

Figuring out what a third-trimester workout should look like can be difficult. But now, that’s changing. One reason why working out into your third trimester can be so beneficial? Photo: Getty Images/JGI/Jamie Grill Even more: You don’t have to lift massive weights to get benefits. “Just doing bodyweight or lightly weighted squats will probably feel like work,” notes Appel. But in the third trimester, exercise also just feels harder. You’re likely dealing with heartburn....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 390 words · Timothy Thomas

Best Exercises to Improve Dowager's Hump

Find out what dowager’s hump is, its causes, and how to prevent the issue. Technology is useful, but there’s no denying that it has its downsides. Ever heard of “dowager’s hump”? Photo: Getty Images What Is Dowager’s Hump? when your spine doesn’t form correctly before birth, explains Dr. Nassr. The most common cause of dowager’s hump, though, is regularly practicingpoor posture, e.g. when looking down at your setup or phone screen for hours....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 282 words · Derek Baker

Best Hip Flexor Exercises to Stay Pain-Free

Try these moves to boost your performance and reap the benefits. However, the standard Rx of stretching your hip flexors may not be the key to long-term relief. Ahead, physical therapists explain the benefits of substituting hip flexor exercises for stretches. Getty Images. Its important for pretty much daily life. And, like all muscles,hip flexorsplay an important role instabilizing your joints, she adds. Stretching the muscles was presumed to be the best way to counteract that effect, says Sekely....

April 30, 2025 · 3 min · 448 words · Gavin West

Best Online Nutritionists to Help Get You Back on Track

Online nutritionists can be a useful resource when you feel like you might need a nutrition tune-up. Initial online consultations can be booked via phone or through their booking portal online. After your initial meeting, you’ll continue to meet with your RD for weekly or bi-weekly follow-up sessions. Photo:Shape /Design by Amelia Manley Although Culina Health is a newer contender in the virtual nutrition space, they have so much to offer....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 335 words · Tammy Robertson

Best Pre- and Post-Workout Snacks for Every Workout

Pair up your specific exerciserunning, HIIT, barre, etc.with the best pre-workout snack or refueling option. Choose a bar around 200 calories with at least 4 to 5 grams each of protein and fiber. The vegetables also rehydrate your body. Photo: Moyo Studio/Getty Images Aim for 20 grams of protein in your yogurt. The fruit’s carbs will replenish energy while the egg’s protein helps muscles repair. Peaches or nectarines add additional healthy carbs for more energy-and their sweetness pairs perfectly with earthy beets....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 246 words · Brandi Cook

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AREAS OF EXPERTISE Public health, epidemiology, disease prevention, mental health, womens health. Read Beth Carter’sblog posts. ![The mid adult female doctor and her senior adult male patient discuss the home healthcare options listed in the brochure.](https://cdn.aarp.net/content/dam/aarpe/en/home/pri/experts/elizabeth-carter/_jcr_content/root/container_main/container_body_main/container_body1/container_body_cf/container_additional_1/container_2123475527/featuredlist/tabItem/eliminating-access-no-cost-preventive-health-services-affect-older-adults3.coreimg.75.932.jpeg/content/dam/aarp/ppi/topics/health/coverage-access/no-cost preventive-health-services-report.jpg) ![Vaccination Rates Among Older Adults Image](https://cdn.aarp.net/content/dam/aarpe/en/home/pri/experts/elizabeth-carter/_jcr_content/root/container_main/container_body_main/container_body1/container_body_cf/container_additional_1/container_2123475527/featuredlist/tabItem/influenza-pneumonia-shingles-vaccinations-rise-older-adults5.coreimg.75.932.jpeg/content/dam/aarp/ppi/2022/09/Vaccination Rates Among Older Adults Image.jpg)

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 48 words · Ryan Santiago