Let's Get Moving with Maria

Pet ownership is associated with slower decline in cognition and memory. In this episode, Host Maria Shilaos and Amber Wykstra from Ovation Homes are joined by Rose Bentley who is the President of the Utah Animal Adoption Center. They discuss how dogs and cats influence how we move, connect and establish routines.

What does "The Talk" look like when it's time for you or your parents to consider moving out of the family home. Let's Get Moving Host Maria Shilaos and Amber Wykstra from Ovation Homes are joined by Bryce and Emily Blackburn from Oasis Senior Advisors to explore what can be a difficult conversation.

What can urban legends teach us about memory, family and the stories we leave behind? Let's Get Moving Host Maria Shilaos and Amber Wykstra from Ovation Homes explore the topic. Amber's son Cooper joins us to talk about the importance of stories told to him by his grandparents.

Dance is a great way to keep moving after 55. Let's Get Moving Host Maria Shilaos and Amber Wykstra from Ovation homes are joined by Nick Cendese from Repertory Dance Theater to talk about why dance is not only good for your body, it's also good for your brain.

At some point, almost everyone realizes that younger people now see them as the older generation. But research suggests our internal sense of age often tells a different story. Let's Get Moving Host Maria Shilaos and Amber Wykstra from Ovation Homes take a look at the research and have tips to help us all stay young at heart.

Healthy eating after 55 doesn't mean restrictive diets, bland food or giving up everything you enjoy. Let's Get Moving Host Maria Shilaos and Amber Wykstra from Ovation Homes are joined by nurse Sheridan Hansen to learn how to create healthy eating habits we can actually maintain.

How can the resources you've spent your life accumulating help you create the life you want to live now. On today's show, Host Maria Shilaos and Amber Wykstra from Ovation Homes speak with mortgage experts to learn how and when you should look at a Reverse Mortgage to improve your life.

Personal style doesn't disappear after 55. It evolves. Hair, grooming, skincare, clothing and self-expression can help both men and women feel current, comfortable and confident without chasing every trend. Let's Get Moving Host Maria Shilaos and Amber Wykstra from Ovation Homes are joined by Hair and Beauty Expert Tina Calandra. Listen for some great tips to help you feel more comfortable in your skin.

Learning doesn't end when a career does. Adults over 55 can return to college or study something simply because it makes life more interesting. Let's Get Moving Host Maria Shilaos and Amber Wykstra from Ovation homes at tips to make it easier for you to go back to school.

As we age, our bodies may not respond to heat as quickly or efficiently. On this episode of Let's Get Moving, Host Maria Shilaos and Amber Wykstra from Ovation Homes take a look at the warning signs and have tips for staying safe in high temperatures.

Artificial Intelligence doesn't have to be intimidating. On this episode of Let's Get Moving, Host Maria Shilaos and Amber Wykstra from Ovation Homes breakdown how AI can help you find great information and simplify your every day tasks.

Just the word travel can evoke a number of emotions. For some, it makes them to pack the suitcase. For others, it evokes a dread of airport security lines. On this episode of Let's Get Moving, Host Maria Shilaos and Amber Wkystra with Ovation Homes offer some great travel tips and tell you how to live every day like you are on vacation.

Gardening can support movement, calm, connection, creativity and purpose as we age...without requiring a large or demanding yard.  Host Maria Shilaos and Amber Wykstra from Ovation Homes are joined by USU Extension Horticulture Professor Sheriden Hansen for a conversation about growing the things you love in a more manageable way.

Host Maria Shilaos and Amber Wykstra with Ovation Homes examine why sleep is not a luxury. It's one of the foundations of healthy aging. They look at the science from the National Institute of Aging and offer tips to help you get a better night's sleep. 

Host Maria Shilaos and Amber Wykstra with Ovation Homes talk about Men’s Health Month, with a focus on staying active after 55 through strength, mobility, confidence, and daily movement. They are joined by Personal Trainer Mike Doyle. 

Summer should feel joyful, not exhausting. Host Maria Shilaos and Amber Wykstra with Ovation Homes talk about how active adults can enjoy the best of summer — festivals, family gatherings, patriotic fun and outdoor living — while staying safe, comfortable, and connected.

June is brain health awareness month so Host Maria Shilaos and Amber Wykstra with Ovation Homes talk about mental clarity, emotional well-being, and how movement, routine, and the home environment can reduce stress and support healthier living. Lisa Phinney from the Utah Alzheimer’s Association Chapter is their featured guest.

Host Maria Shilaos and Amber Wykstra with Ovation Homes challenge stereotypes around aging. They look at what achievement, competition and purpose look like after age 55. They share compelling statistics and look at ways to stay challenged in this season of life.

Host Maria Shilaos and Amber Wykstra from Ovation Homes explore what it means to live your best life after age 55. Today's Millenials are looking to retire around age 58 and are starting to save for retirement ten years earlier than Baby Boomers. Hear why modern retirement is becoming more youthful and don't miss the biggest retirement myth.

The holidays are both a time of celebration and happiness... and a time of loneliness, especially for people who might not have friends or family nearby. A new study from AARP says that's why it's so important to nurture relationships with others this time of year. Vice President of Fun and Fulfillment Heather Nawrocki joined me to talk about how we can make a difference.

Once the holidays are over, the risk of suicide surges Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Gregory Noel joined me to talk about why we shouldn't use the holidays to avoid our problems.

As temperatures drop, many people feel it in their bones.  More than 32-million Americans suffer from Osteoarthritis....making it the most common form of arthritis in the U-S.

Dr. Richard Ferguson joins Maria Shilaos to explain why so many people suffer from Osteoarthritis and what they can do about it.

New research shows that a vaccine aimed at preventing the painful shingles virus may also lower the risk of dementia. Dementia affects more than 55 million people worldwide, and those numbers are expected to grow over the next 20 years.

Meantime... although one-in-three adults will get shingles, many are still opting out of the vaccine. Dr. Richard Ferguson joined me to talk about the effectiveness of the vaccine and what causes the virus.

Think twice before skipping your flu shot this year! Let's Get Moving Host Maria Shilaos talks with Dr. Richard Ferguson to dispel the myths that surround the safety and effectiveness of vaccines. 

Hot temperatures aren't just uncomfortable, they also increase the risk of heat-related illnesses. Let's Get Moving Host Maria Shilaos talks to Dr. Richard Ferguson, the President of Black Physicians of Utah, about some of the problems we start to see with high temperatures.

More and more Americans are trying to grow their muscles with lots of protein. And protein supplements... seem to be the way to go.

A new study shows Generation Z men are approaching protein a bit differently than other generations. Let's Get Moving Host Maria Shilaos spoke with Stephanie Kile, a registered dietitian, for more information.