Health Tips for Men Aging Healthy
Weight* Weigh your options -- Getting your weight under control can go a long way in improving your overall health. It takes pressure off of the cardiovascular system, as well as joints. Men with a waist 42-inches or more are also at a 50 percent greater risk for diminished sexual ability. Practice the rewards of eating to live and you will live well at a healthy weight.
Exercise* Move like your life depends on it -- Exercise is nature’s champion of health. It lowers stress, strengthens the body’s ability to repair itself, supports healthy blood flow and it can even help improve your mood. Regular exercise is best, so make sure you incorporate enjoyable activities and mix up your routine to avoid boredom and burnout. Whether that means finding a fitness partner or getting the guys together to play a regular game of basketball, just make sure to keep moving.
Stress* It’s not just what you eat, but what’s eating at you -- Distress is a true crippler and, if left unchecked, a killer. It affects every aspect of your well-being, accelerates problems, prevents normal healing and generates excessive free radicals -- which ages your body prematurely. Everyone experiences stress, but if it’s used as a motivator to eat well or exercise more, it can be a catalyst for improving overall health.
Smoking* Smoking is a smoking gun -- Smoking not only exposes you to seemingly endless documented health risks, but it is also one of the most adverse factors in sexual health. It only takes two cigarettes a day to negatively affect your drive, and that’s not taking into account the unpleasant breath and dulled smile incurred by regular smoking.
Life Partner* Reconnect with your partner – Married men generally live longer than their single counterparts, and an invigorating relationship can add even more joy to those extra years. While the last couple of decades may have been spent putting the family before your relationship with your partner, re-embrace the importance of anniversaries, date nights and other romantic occasions. Be proactive about improving sexual health, an issue that’s common as we age. Daily supplements like 112 Degrees can provide men with a safe option for improving this important part of life.
It takes dedication to stay in good physical condition, watch what you eat and drink, get plenty of rest and manage stress in your life. However, committing to even a few simple changes can significantly improve your physical, emotional and sexual well-being. With abundant warm weather and plenty of outdoor activities to get you started, it’s the perfect time to get on track and in the field.
The Post Office defines a pensioner as someone over 60. A pensioner holding a Postbank account gets the full concession. This is bigger than for someone who does not hold a Postbank account. 
SAARP has negotiated special deals for its members.
Stores across the country offer senior citizens over 60 special discounts...
Greyhound offers a 5% discount to all seniors older than 60 able to produce a valid ID or Senior Citizen card. 
South African Senior Citizens (60 years and over) until 30 February 2010: R74.00 for a return ticket(normal fare R145.00) on presentation of a valid South African ID document.
Stores across the country offer senior citizens of 65 and over a 10% discount on all purchases made on a Wednesday, excluding items already discounted as special offers. 
Telkom has a special for pensioners aged 70 and over:
Starlight cruises offers the following to all Senior Citizens: 20% discount on cruises from 2 to 4 nights. 10% discount on cruises 5 nights and longer. 
Hertz offers discounts of up 15% to over 55's
Intercape offers a 15% discount on Flexi and Full fares to all seniors over the age of 60
Nu Metro gives Senior Citizens aged 60 and over a 50 % discount on all shows on weekdays up to and including the 5.30 one, and on Saturdays and Sundays. 
AVIS offers a 20% discount on any group of car hire to all seniors that are 65 and older
For Pensioners only there is a 10% discount on 141 exchanges or 20 % discount on Bonus for midweeks at selected resorts. Terms and conditions apply.Alexander Forbes has tailor made insurance products for seniors at special rates.
Orion Hotels give Senior Citizens aged 60 and over a 40% discount on Bed and Breakfast rates per person, per night at all Orion Hotels.
The SABC gives a rebate to pensioners aged 70 and over on the annual TV Licence Fee. 
Transnet's Shosholoza offers seniors 60 years and older a 25% discount.
Ster Kinekor gives Senior Citizens aged 60 and over a 50 % discount on all shows on weekdays up to and including the 5.30 one, and on Saturdays and Sundays. 
Retirement Villages can negotiate special MNET subscription fees for its residents.
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