AGING GRACEFULLY

Young or old, these practices will help maximize quality of life, and as we get older the benefits only become clearer! Here are five ways to stay happy and healthy as you live out your life.

1. MAINTAIN BALANCE WEST

END YOGA

2313 W. Highland St., Allentown | 484.860.3044 | weyogacenter.com

From the sweaty intensity of 95-degree Hot Yoga (not recommended for those with cardiovascular issues) through gentle Yin Yoga and infinitely accessible Chair Yoga, yoga meets you where you are to help you get steadier, stronger, more flexible and relaxed. Check out the classes offered online and in-studio at West End Yoga in Allentown to get some you time on the mat!

2. EAT WELL

EMMAUS

FARMERS’ MARKET

Triangle Park, Emmaus | emmausmarket.com

The Lehigh Valley is surrounded by farms growing vegetables, mushrooms and even the hemp that makes ache-soothing CBD tinctures. Peruse fresh and nutritious produce at a community venue like the Emmaus Farmers’ Market, now in its 20th year, and you’ll also find baked goods, condiments, prepared food, meats, cheeses—everything you need for a healthy meal!

3. STAY CURIOUS

LEHIGH CARBON COMMUNITY COLLEGE

4525 Education Park Dr., Schnecksville | lccc.edu

Interests and intellect stay more active the more we feed them fresh ideas. It’s always a good age to try something new, and you can get a jump start on a new hobby or add to an existing one with classes like the noncredit offerings at community colleges. Lehigh Carbon Community College offers gardening and cooking classes, including Date Night Asian Cuisine—a great way to keep relationships flourishing, too!

4. KEEP LAUGHING

ARTSQUEST CENTER AT STEELSTACKS

101 Founders Way, Bethlehem 610.332.1300 | steelstacks.org

A good sense of humor about the world and ourselves helps it all go down easier. Laughter releases feel-good chemicals in the brain that help us bond with others and even relieve pain. So go after the giggles with whatever tickles your funny bone, like the stand-up, improv and guest stars shown through the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks’ vibrant comedy schedule. This month TikTok sensation Pinky Patel takes the stage.

5. RELAX

METTA RELAXATION CO.

618 W. Broad St., Bethlehem | 610.419.2044 mettarelax.com

Metta Relaxation Co. in Bethlehem is known for their float tanks, where clients are buoyed in a concentrated Epsom salt solution, along with other therapies like shiatsu massage and reflexology, but the wellness center also hosts a meditation class complete with readings and group discussion. The benefits of giving your thinking mind a break like this include better clarity, flexibility and tolerance of life’s ups and downs. A worthy practice at any age!

Steel Club

STEEL.CLUB

Nestled in the hills of Saucon Valley, Steel Club features the Championship 18 course and newly designed practice areas including TrackMan Range. This Donald Ross masterpiece offers impeccable course conditions. With various tee choices, golfers of all skill levels can enjoy the course that has hosted multiple U.S. Junior Girls’ Championship Qualifiers and U.S. Open Local Qualifiers. Numerous membership opportunities are available.

700 Linden Ave., Hellertown 610.838.7018 | steel.club

The Club At Twin Lakes

THECLUBATTWINLAKES

Come play a uniquely challenging golf course featuring elevated tees, sloping fairways and water hazards. Constructed in the late ‘50s and early ‘60s, The Club at Twin Lakes is a mature public course located on the grounds of an old iron ore mine. Players will be delighted by the variety of approaches, including gettable par-fours, challenging par-threes and breathtaking views of the Lehigh Valley on the par-fives.

3625 Shankweiler Rd., Allentown 610.395.3369 | theclubattwinlakes.com