Here they come, days of happiness and plenty of free time. The chicks have blossomed out of the nest and left behind empty rooms and a full fridge, the career has exhausted itself and you have no many obligations left, except for yourself. And what now? Sometimes there is a feeling that apart from regular visits to the health funds, life at the third age is empty of content. So it is, not. In most cases, you can take responsibility for your health, even without drugs and tests, and make the third age the good part of life, without accountability and guilt.
How do you fill the time and benefit from it? Get some ideas:
Lovely Garden: The web is full of ideas on how to create a vegetable garden and spices on the balcony, on the roof of the shared building, or in the yard. Another option: join community gardens. Our recommendation: and you will start to grow ideas, vegetables, and flowers.
When working in the garden, note that you maintain proper backrest, guard against exposure to the sun, and do not forget to perform muscle stretches at the end of the work.
Giving the Soul and the Heart: Many volunteer organizations in Israel will be delighted to welcome you: from helping seniors or survivors, by responding to assistance lines for at-risk youth and abandoned and damaged animal activities. Every organization you join, a sense of mission, and satisfaction is guaranteed.
We are on foot: Many parents leave for treks in India and South America following the children. Without a doubt, this is a complex and inexpensive operation. But don't have to fly far: the Israel Trail winds right next to your door. 1,000 miles of varied scenery, in the valley, and the mountain. Get out, go all or part of it. This can also be great preparation for meeting the youth at a different end of the world. And don't forget Comfortable Nordic walking sticks, knee support, if you suffer from knee pain, a heavy-duty two-strap backpack and support strap, and a first aid kit with pain relief and sores.
Hello First Year: It's time to learn: start a new degree, complete an old degree, delve into what life was just a hobby, and even do professional retraining. It may be that at the age of three you will find that your ability to concentrate is better. You can channel the desire to study in a non-academic field: painting, photography, ceramics, knitting, dancing, carpentry, music, astrology, computer recognition… Forgot something? Sure there is plenty more.
To the end: more moderate or challenging physical activity can improve your health. From Pilates, through martial arts to cycling. But don't forget: start moderation and move forward according to your ability, receive professional training, maintain proper nutrition, take nutritional supplements, drink plenty, and rest occasionally.
Convenient corner: Proper ergonomics must be maintained in the daily environment from work, through living spaces to leisure activities. It is advisable to adjust the computer's position so that the load on your knees and back is reduced and select stable and comfortable walking shoes. Don't forget to practice a number of movement exercises, stretches, and muscle strengths every day at your most comfortable place. For ergonomic application, we recommend consulting a physiotherapy or occupational therapy professional.
Hall of Culture: Don't believe how many museums there are in Israel, and not just art: archeology, history, science, Japanese, Druze, or Circassian culture, and there are also preservation sites and institutions in memory of personalities and foundational events in Israeli culture. And what about libraries? Neither of them is missing. All cultural institutions in Israel hold events such as lectures, concerts, unique film screenings, and opening events. It is worth taking a look at which of them has a circle of friends and how to join.
Kitchen makeover: If you've always loved cooking in the kitchen, finding new recipes, or making your own, it's time to go professional. Following the TV programs that deal with this, all kinds of cooking workshops are flourishing today, where you can learn and catch up on cooking and baking techniques, making chocolate or sugar dough, vegan and healthy cooking, and whatnot. So see you next Chef Master!
