Win a pair of tickets to see Sir Cliff Richard’s Still Reelin’ and A-Rockin’ summer tour thanks to eHarmony!
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Article by Fabafterfifty We have teamed up with online dating expert’s eHarmony in order for one of our lucky readers to win a pair of tickets to see Sir Cliff Richard’s Midsummer Nights – Still Reelin’ and A-Rockin’ tour! Enter the competition below. He’s Britain’s most successful Artist with over 250 million record sales worldwide and over 120 top 40 hits. He’s gained millions of loyal fans, and has a place in the UK Music Hall of Fame for his outstanding contribution to British music. Cliff will be supported by The Military Wives Choirs, made up of the wives, girlfriends, mothers and daughters of our British forces- these ladies found fame on the hit BBC series The Choir. Sir Cliff Richard O.B.E. is returning to the UK in June 2013 for a spectacular Midsummer Nights series of shows, Still Reelin’ and A-Rockin’, at some of the UK’s most-loved national treasures:...
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Are your children relying on a future inheritance to pay off their debts?
Article by Fabafterfifty According to a new survey*, the majority of Brits ‘expect’ to receive inheritance from their parents – but in reality four in 10 won’t get a penny. The findings emerged in a study of 2,000 adults, and show that while 75% of people aged 20 to 35 hope to receive a windfall when their parents pass away, they look set to be disappointed In fact, the average person assumes they’ll get in the region of £78,000 when mum and dad pass on, so are in for quite a shock. A fifth of children over the age of 20 are hoping their parents’ wealth will sort out all of their money problems, and have completely shelved all financial plans for the future as a result. It seems that 49% of parents aged 50 and over have already had to dip into their savings to get by, and four...
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Are you thinking of running the London Marathon? Tips to start your training
Article by Fabafterfifty A 50 th birthday seems to prompt many women to set new goals and try something new. Running a first half or full marathon is a surprisingly common goal, with the London Marathon set as the ultimate goal. The London Marathon for 2013 is taking place on April 21st, which means lots of keen runners are currently gearing up for one of the biggest physical challenges they’ll ever face. Completing the full 26 miles of a marathon is a massive feat, and not one you enter into lightly (if you want to make it to finish line that is). So how do you prepare physically and mentally to take on a marathon? Below we offer some tips to help you get through the training and the marathon without running out of stamina along the way. Create a training plan Training for such a long and challenging run...
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Back in black: Lesley Joseph on style, dressing up and the long-awaited return of Dorien
Article by Fabafterfifty. Lesley Joseph may have thought she’d laid to rest the outrageous flirtations of Dorien Green, but the Birds of a Feather favourite is back, and arguably flightier than ever. Showbusiness is a strange animal. You’ll get some actors who are the absolute antithesis of their characters – step forward Pam St. Clement (that’s Pat in EastEnders, of course) who, away from the television cameras, delivers a flower of received pronunciation that’s never once been heard within a mile of Albert Square. In contrast, some actors appear to ‘become’ their character, or their character ‘becomes’ them… take anything involving Danny Dyer as a reference. Yet with Lesley Joseph the boundaries are ever so slightly blurred. Certainly, she talks with an excited rhythm, a pace and urgency that is every bit the echo of Chigwell’s finest, yet thankfully, when it comes to fashion, the 67-year-old is a rather more...
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Are YOU risking unnecessary sight loss
Article by Fabaferfifty Around a third (32%) of those aged 50+ have never heard of the condition Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) which is the biggest cause of sight loss in their age group Less than half (47%) would make an appointment with a GP or optician straightaway if they experienced wavy lines or blurred vision Urgent medical help is crucial, as one form of the condition can take your sight in as little as three months People over 50 are putting their eyesight at risk due to a lack of awareness of Age-related macular degeneration (AMD), warns the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB). AMD is the biggest cause of sight loss for those over 50 AMD is the biggest cause of sight loss for those over 50, affecting more than 500,000 people in the UK, yet new research has revealed that almost around a one third (32%) of...
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Is retirement the beginning or the end?
Article by Fabafterfifty For those of us who will be lucky enough to enjoy the luxury of retirement, it appears there may be a lot to look forward to according to a new survey of retirees. We retire from work – not life!! Just as well as we may spend nearly a third of our lives ‘retired’. It appears that most of us will be fitter in our retirement than in our working years , socialize and travel more. Today retirees are ignoring traditional retirement expectations and rediscovering their youth instead. The statistics revealed over half of those polled are now exercising more than they ever did in their twenties – regularly hiking, swimming and cycling. One in ten have opted to go back to school in a bid to keep their minds active via language lessons, evening classes and even higher education. A spokeswoman for Skipton Building Society, which...
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Body Pump – Increase Your Fitness & Tone Your Body
Article by Fabafterfifty Achieving your fitness goals is much easier if you work with others, and articles often advise finding a friend so you can motivate and inspire each other through tough patches. However, it’s not always possible to find someone who you want to do this with, or who can meet your busy schedule. So attending group exercise classes is another way of achieving this goal, all the motivational benefits of being in a group along with a qualified instructor challenging you throughout. To maximise your results you should always look to eat healthily and follow a diet plan. If the thought of exercising in a group with strangers fills you with dread, let me tell you that things have moved on a long way since the ‘Green Goddess’. Good quality modern group exercises classes are up-to-date, created with scientific precision to achieve specific fitness goals and generally accompanied...
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Ten Tips For Your First Luxury Cruise
Article by Fabafterfifty Booking a holiday is often a complicated task. Tying up flights, hotels and things to do whilst getting a great price is actually made harder by so many websites claiming they offer fantastic deals. Choosing a luxury cruise can simplify this process by rolling travel, accommodation, dining and excursions all into one package yet it’s a holiday option that remains a mystery to some vacationers. If you’re considering taking your first cruise then these ten tips will make you look like a seasoned professional in next to no time. 1. Pick The Right Cabin After deciding where you want to go and therefore which cruise line operator you’ll be going with, this is your next consideration. Cabins are normally referred to as ‘staterooms’ and there are essentially four different types: Inside, Outside, Balcony Cabins and Suites. Inside rooms are usually the lowest cost as they don’t have...
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New plans to cap care home fees – key facts with infographic
Article by Fabafterfifty New plans to cap the cost of care have been announced. For anyone navigating the process of organising care for a family member or wanting to understand the implications for their own long term future, the proposals are explained. KEY FACTS Facts on current care costs and the cap Care costs are unpredictable – one in ten people have care costs of over £100,000 whilst one in five have no care costs; There is no safety net to protect people them from losing almost everything they have saved up and worked for in their lifetime. Individuals with assets of £150,000 face paying up to £120,000 pounds towards their care and support. The number of over 85 is set to double by 2030, and cases of dementia expected to rise at a similar rate. This increases the importance of addressing the uncertainty individuals face about their care costs. The reforms are: A...
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Do you spend too much time feeling stressed?
Article by Fabafterfifty. Do you spend too much time feeling stressed? If so, you are not alone, according to a new study. Getting old, fears over job security and relationships issues also leave a dark cloud hanging over millions on a daily basis. Typically adults are losing 2 hours a day worrying about the strains of modern life, such as the high cost of living , feeling unfit and spiraling debt. The study also found that extreme anxiety has left many of us unable to concentrate at work, brought on endless sleepless nights, and even caused further rifts with partners. And for many of us (45%) stress does directly affect our health. Around 45% of those studied admitted stress and worry had directly affected their health. Paul Keenan of Benenden Health said: “It is a sad reality that stress is dominating our lives and having a severe impact on our...
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