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‘How to Live Better for Longer’

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Monday, 20 May 2019 / Published in Friends and Family, Health & Wellbeing, Home, Lifestyle & Leisure, Love & Relationships, News, Rants and Random Thoughts, Style & Beauty

‘How to Live Better for Longer’

Tonight I will be making my television debut on ‘How to Live Better for Longer’ on RTE1 at 9.35pm!

Having told everyone who listened that I probably would end up on the cutting room floor, I saw and heard myself on the preview, so I know I will feature, however briefly. Below you can see the lovely Eileen  (eileenstylequeen) and me being photographed by Jenny McCarthy.

PRO-AGEING

In the ad for the second part of the documentary, hosted by Dr Eva Orsmond, I say ‘I am pro-ageing’.

Of course, I mean that the alternative is worse! I want to live and age well.

I may be 62 but I am determined to stay as healthy as I can and look as well as I can, while still enjoying life to the full.

THE BODY/EXERCISE

I think that we all realise by now that staying relatively fit is possibly the most important aspect of living better for longer. Even 35 minutes of a fast walk (fast enough to get your heart rate up) a few times a week can make a difference to your overall health.

I have always been active. I met Graham while playing Hockey. A back operation when I was 31 put paid to that, but I walked miles while recovering, then took up Tennis which I played for over 20 years until my back again started to complain. I now walk, play Golf, do exercises for my back and have regular acupuncture, massage and physical therapy . I have wonderful alterative practitioners whom I see on a regular basis.

I also do my own version of yoga and pilates for about twenty minutes a few times a week and pray that is enough to stop my bum ending up on the floor.

DIET

I am a great believer in moderation, and do not cut out anything from my diet. We cook from scratch most of the time and while I don’t indulge too often in cakes or desserts, I do enjoy a few squares of dark chocolate daily.  Now, on the other hand, my GG has a sweet tooth and his addiction to sugar is a constant bone of contention.

I enjoy wine and a G&T and probably drink a bit more than Dr Eva would recommend. Anyway, alcohol in moderation has some health benefits too.

gin and tonic

THE FACE

Unlike Dr Eva, I have not had Botox (although I do admire her honesty).

This is not because I don’t want to look good for my age, but because it is not for me. But I totally endorse every woman or man’s right to do what she or he wants.

I am going down the route of non-invasive treatments and go regularly for facials. I really enjoyed the CACI treatments I had a few years ago, but I needed a healthy bank balance to keep that going. For pampering, I recommend Elaine Doolin in Bespoke Beauty and since January I have been attending Valerie at Jeanne Brophy’s salon in Clontarf for some anti-ageing treatments. In fact, I was with her on the morning that this show was recorded.

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I am on constant look-out for treatments that will help keep my skin hydrated and help with slackness in the jaw area, all part of growing older, I know. I am not looking to turn back time just slow it down a little.

THE BRAIN

Since I took early retirement from teaching, (because I was unwell), I have started the blog (the technical side is still a challenge) and I learned how to play Bridge. Learning new skills is one of the many ways we can help with our brain health.

STAYING VISIBLE

One of the problems with growing old is that you become invisible and we need to change this. We mid-lifers have a lot to contribute and have more disposable income now that our mortgages have been paid off and our children have flown the coop. Many of us are still interested in fashion. But generally we are ignored by brands, most of whom insist on using young models in magazines and campaigns to promote their goods.

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STAYING CONNECTED AND SOCIABLE

Of course, my hobbies of Golf and Bridge have introduced me to new social scenes and I have met some wonderful people through both. I have maintained my friendships with many of my former colleagues and meet up pretty regularly with them.

And I have the most incredible friends, of all ages, most of whom (but not all) live close by in Malahide. Walks, coffees, lunches, supper club, dinners and theatre trips are all important factors in staying young. Not to mention that many of my friends act as personal therapists when I need them. That’s what friends are for! Right?

LAUGHTER

I realise that I have been fortunate in that I am a pretty positive person. My cup is half-full rather than half-empty. Graham and I have had 37 years of happy marriage and we have two lovely girls and one gorgeous grandson (so far) who also keeps us young. There have been bumps along the way, health bumps and years when money was very tight, but we always kept our sense of humour. Laughter is certainly good for you and also helps in living better for longer.

This is by no means an exhaustive list and one of the reasons I started the blog was to share my journey into middle age and beyond. So I was delighted to be asked to contribute to the programme ‘How to Live Better for Longer’.

I will be tuning in tonight, probably from behind a cushion; I hope you will too.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tagged under: ageing well, Dr Eva Orsmond, Healthy ageing, How to Live Better for Longer, Positive Ageing, RTE1, Staying visible in later life, Tips on ageing well, tips on how to stay young, tips on staying young in body and mind, tips to ageing well, TV debut, tv programme

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20 Comments to “ ‘How to Live Better for Longer’”

  1. Nancy says :Reply
    May 20, 2019 at 8:46 am

    Oh how fabulous! Congretulations! I think you have found a perfect balance between enjoying life to the fulllest and live a healthy life!

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      May 26, 2019 at 6:59 pm

      Nancy I am lucky to have pretty good health too. I do realise I am lucky..x

  2. Sharon Sinclair-Williams says :Reply
    May 20, 2019 at 9:35 am

    Absolutely love your outlook on the future of positive ageing, Hilda. You always look fabulous! Well done.

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      May 26, 2019 at 6:58 pm

      Thanks Sharon…we are alike xxx

  3. jodie filogomo says :Reply
    May 20, 2019 at 1:39 pm

    OMG…how exciting Hilda!! You’ll have to make sure we can somehow see the episode!!
    I know years ago a friend and I were talking about “fighting” aging or going gracefully. I’m hoping I don’t feel the need to do anything but the natural route!!
    XOOX
    Jodie

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      May 26, 2019 at 7:01 pm

      Jodie thank you..you seem to be doing fine and there are so many options now that you don’t need anything too drastic I have found…so far!!!

  4. Amy Kennedy says :Reply
    May 20, 2019 at 2:23 pm

    Oh Hilda what a beautiful post! I love all the reminders and they are a great encouragement to me! Congratulations on being in the documentary! You are going to be a smasher!

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      May 26, 2019 at 10:04 am

      Amy you are so supportive really appreciate it xxx

  5. Jessica A Jannenga says :Reply
    May 20, 2019 at 7:51 pm

    If only I had access to Irish TV! I would love to see you on there, congratulations Hilda! You and I have many similarities, although I have only had 2 facials in my lfietime and I would love to rectify that! I also feel women should get the treatments they want although I wont do botox either. I am also a moderation girl with diet as I want to enjoy food and not cut out foodgroups.
    Love to hear what you do to keep healthy , these things are so important!
    jess xx
    http://www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      May 26, 2019 at 6:58 pm

      Thanks Jess. Moderation is best…cutting back on alcohol is what I must do….

  6. Rebecca says :Reply
    May 21, 2019 at 1:58 am

    I love everything about this Hilda. And we’re more alike than you think.

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      May 26, 2019 at 10:03 am

      Thanks Rebecca….except you are a lot more organised xxx

  7. Loretta Sayers says :Reply
    May 23, 2019 at 5:50 pm

    Hilda, how do we find the link to the show?? I’d love to see this!

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      May 26, 2019 at 9:59 am

      I will put it up Loretta, but I think it might cost money..might not be worth it.

  8. Rosemary Davis says :Reply
    May 25, 2019 at 12:27 pm

    Congratulations on your debut, Hilda!

    I’m hoping that we will have a link to viewing here in the US.

    I am 68:and I totally agree with every point you make in today’s post.

    We need only aim to be the best we can be at any age and that is enough. Then we enjoy!

    Have a great day dear friend!

    Rosemary
    Xoxo

  9. Hilda says :Reply
    May 26, 2019 at 9:57 am

    Thanks so much Rosemary. My brother in law in Canada tried to view, but think it costs money. I will put up a link anyway, I really appreciate all the support.

  10. Margaret says :Reply
    May 26, 2019 at 12:51 pm

    Wonderfully positive post. I love it and am truly inspired! Thank you so much for sharing this.

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      May 26, 2019 at 6:56 pm

      Margaret thank you for your lovely comment x

  11. Anna Parkes says :Reply
    June 5, 2019 at 10:08 pm

    I’m so sorry that I didn’t see your exciting TV debut Hilda, but golly, I bet you had fun! Your post is bang on with all of the sound and balanced advice – well done. I’m just having a little health hiccup which I’ve decided to feature on the blog – sharing our journey can be a good way to disseminate information don’t you think? Best wishes x

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      June 6, 2019 at 8:48 am

      I agree Anna. Will head over to read yours. I am going to do lots on health in the coming weeks too x

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