Adventures in Olderland

Adventures in Olderland

Ten Mental Gremlins That Sabotage Your Progress—And How to Combat Them. Part 3
In the final part of our mental gremlin series, we meet the last four mischief-makers who seem to take great pleasure in getting in your way — and what…
 • Stuart Dyson
All-Rounder or Specialist – Which One Is Best for Health? A Recent Study May Have the Answer
Researchers found people who mixed up their activities tended to live longer than exercise specialists stuck in one lane.
 • Stuart Dyson
Ten Mental Gremlins That Sabotage Your Progress—And How to Combat Them. Part 2
Improving healthspan means making some changes. Change is hard. Here are three more science-backed tips to help keep you on the straight and narrow.
 • Stuart Dyson
We All Thought 150 Was the Ceiling. Turns Out It’s the Floor
A major new study suggests the biggest cardiovascular benefits may require far more activity than current guidelines recommend — but it's not all bad…
 • Stuart Dyson
Ten Mental Gremlins That Sabotage Your Progress—And How to Combat Them. Part 1
Improving healthspan means making some changes. Change is hard. Here are some science-backed tips to help keep you on the straight and narrow.
 • Stuart Dyson
Recipe Test. One-Minute Eggs
I know, cooking eggs in a microwave sounds like a crime against food, but I tried this recipe and it’s surprisingly good — quick, easy, and far tastier…
 • Stuart Dyson
Add This Quick Test of Heart Rate to Your Healthspan Toolbox
It’s something you barely notice most of the time. It quietly operates in the background while you wrestle with your shopping and wonder if you'll make…
 • Stuart Dyson

April 2026

Cardiac Diary Part 6: The 'Vampire' and a ‘Little Death’
Back home and reality sinks in. It's time to come to terms with my situation and fashion a new identity while my body slowly puts itself back together…
 • Stuart Dyson
A Vital Test of Balance You Can Measure in Your Living Room
The late Dr. Michael Mosley advocated having a one-legged "wobble" every day. Here's why he was spot on and how you can try it yourself.
 • Stuart Dyson
How Science Aims to Outsmart Ageing: With Personalised Prevention—and Dumbbells
Super Agers: An Evidence-Based Approach to Longevity by Eric Topol, American cardiologist, scientist, and author.
 • Stuart Dyson
Find Out How Well Your Upper Body is Ageing With This Simple Test
The Knee Press-up is a perfect starting point for assessing your upper-body capability, a vital component for leading a long and independent life.
 • Stuart Dyson
Small Wins Today. Bigger Wins Tomorrow
There's more to life than chasing longevity. Investing in your future health is important, but don't forget the version of you who wants to feel good…
 • Stuart Dyson
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