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Originally posted at: Tamra Judge’s Lip Print Cardigan

Ask a young person to imitate an old person walking, and they’ll typically hunch over, pretend to use a cane, and shuffle forward.

A shuffling gait is not a personality trait or quirk that simply happens as a natural and harmless part of aging. In fact, it can be a sign of an underlying issue. One of the most consistent gait changes with age is reduced stride length.

Walking speed declines, steps become shorter, and they may also widen to increase stability.

The resulting shuffle is how the body tries to reduce the risk of losing balance and falling with these changes.

The problem? This shuffling step can lead to falls and even fatal injuries.

Area rugs, door thresholds, or even slightly uneven surfaces can catch the tip of a shoe and cause a fall. And a person shuffling across a floor is more unbalanced than someone with an average walking stance, which increases the risk.

We have several area rugs in our house, and more than once I’ve tripped on an uplifted corner (we’ve since tacked it down). So it’s easy to do even when walking normally, let alone dragging your feet.

Why the Shuffle Starts

A shuffling walk is a symptom, not a sign of aging. Here are the main culprits behind it:

Muscle Loss (Sarcopenia)

As we age, our bodies naturally lose muscle mass. When the hip flexors, quadriceps, and calf muscles weaken, each step takes more effort. This results in a dragging or sliding motion instead of a normal heel-to-toe gait.

Painful Joints

Painful or stiff joints may also alter how someone walks. Arthritis not only causes pain but reduces the range of motion, which makes it physically difficult to walk normally. As someone with knee arthritis, when it flares up I tend to limp, which changes my gait.

Poor Posture

Poor posture and forward leaning shift the center of gravity, which means a person may hunch over to compensate with a wider base of support. Neurological conditions such as stroke, Parkinson’s disease, and Alzheimer’s disease can affect coordination and muscle control, which alters gait patterns.

Some Medications

Medications such as blood pressure drugs, sleep aids, pain relievers, and even some antidepressants can contribute to gait changes as well.

Shoes

And, of course, unsupportive shoes or loose slippers can cause an unnatural stride and lead to a fall.

Exercises to Squash the Shuffle

The good news? Simple exercises you can do at home can help prevent the shuffle. These include:

Seated Marching

While sitting in a sturdy chair, lift one knee toward your chest, then place your foot down. This builds hip flexor and core strength.

High Knee Marching (Standing)

High knee marching involves lifting the knees toward the chest with each step. This improves hip flexor strength and mobility.

Heel-Toe Walking

Walk next to a wall for support. Put your right foot down, then place the left in front of it so the heel of the left foot lines up with the toes of the right. This improves balance and coordination.

Step-Overs

Place a small, safe obstacle (like a rolled-up towel) on the floor. Practice stepping over it slowly and deliberately, lifting your knee high. This builds hip and knee flexion.

Single-Leg Stands

Stand and hold onto a table or chair for support. Lift one foot off the ground and hold it for a few seconds while balancing on the other leg. Try 10 times on each leg. This improves balance.

Ankle Mobility

Sit with your legs extended. Practice pointing your toes away from you and then flexing them back toward your shin. This improves ankle flexibility and strength.

Mix and match these exercises, aiming to do at least two to three every day. Many can be done while watching TV or sitting at your desk.

Quick Checklist

Aside from strengthening your muscles to avoid shuffling your feet, check your shoes for fall potential. And look for ways to modify your environment by ensuring your walkways are well lit and by removing area rugs that may pose a danger.

Also check with your doctor to see if any of your medications – or combinations of them – may contribute to gait changes. You may also want to consider seeing a physical therapist who can do a formal gait analysis and create a personalized plan for you.

Let’s Have a Conversation:

Have you noticed changes in your gait? Has your stride become shorter or your steps wider? Do you think you’re losing your balance?

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The Valley Season 3 Episode 13 Fashion

Originally posted at: Emily Simpson’s Pink Rosette Mini Dress

Have you ever done your makeup, stepped back from the mirror, and realized you actually look more tired than you did before you started?

As a 60-year-old celebrity makeup artist, I see this all the time. Women over 50 often come to me frustrated that their under-eye concealer looks heavy, cakey, and seems to highlight every single fine line and wrinkle they possess.

The culprit could be dry skin, full coverage concealer (which I loathe), or not using a very important product called a color-corrector. As a minimalist I hate adding more products, but the truth is, the right color-corrector can cancel out darkness without being cakey. Let’s get into it.

Why Concealer Alone Can Fail Mature Skin

When we spot dark circles, puffiness, and our wrinkles being more noticeable, our instinct is to grab a heavy, light-colored concealer to “cover it up.” However, dark under-eye circles on mature skin are usually a mix of blue, purple, and gray shadows caused by thinning skin and shifting fat pads.

If you put a pink-toned concealer directly over blue shadows, it creates a dull, muddy gray cast. To fix that gray look, you end up applying more product, making it worse. On mature skin, thick layers of makeup are the ultimate enemy; they settle into fine lines and crease the moment you smile.

That is where color theory comes to the rescue. By using a color-corrector, you neutralize the dark shadows first, using complementary colors. For example, by using a shade on the opposite side of the color wheel, you cancel it out. The under eye area is normally purple/blue, so by adding a peach/warm tone on top, you cancel the purple/blue. It’s like magic!

The Step-by-Step Guide to Bright Eyes Over 50

To get a flawless, crease-free finish, follow this exact routine:

1. Hydrate the Canvas

Never apply makeup to dry under-eyes. Start by gently pressing a hydrating serum (like Vitamin C or hyaluronic acid) or a lightweight eye cream into the area. Let it sink in for two minutes before touching your makeup.

2. Apply Your Foundation First

Apply a lightweight, radiant foundation to your face before touching your under-eyes. When you reach your eyes, do not apply a fresh pump of product. Simply sweep whatever microscopic amount of foundation is left on your brush or fingertip.

3. Neutralize with Color Corrector

Look in the mirror and identify exactly where the darkness is; usually the inner corner tear duct and the deepest part of the under-eye hollow.

• Fair to Medium Skin Tones: Use a soft, peach tone.
• Deep Skin Tones: Look for a rich terracotta or orange shade.

Using your ring finger or a soft concealer brush, tap a tiny amount of the corrector only on the dark spots. Do not smear it all over your under eye area. Watch the darkness vanish as the peach tones instantly cancel out the blue.

4. Layer a Micro-Dose of Concealer

Because the color corrector did the heavy lifting of erasing the shadow, you now need very little concealer. Apply a tiny bit of a hydrating concealer over the top to brighten the area. Also, you can use it on your brow bone and eye lid (as long as you don’t have oily lids) in order to brighten the area.

When to Use Corrector vs Concealer

• Use a corrector with very dark under eye circles, age spots, and discoloration that normal concealer can’t cover.
• Use a concealer if you want to brighten the under-eye area after using corrector, or if you don’t have dark circles, use concealer without corrector.
• If at any point your under eye area looks grey, that means you are using the wrong undertone of products. Check your concealer and corrector shade if this happens.

The Elephant in the Room: To Powder or Not to Powder?

If you watch the younger generation “bake” (heavily powder) under their eyes, ignore them! For mature skin, this is a recipe for disaster. Powder saps moisture and accentuates texture which is fine if you’re in your 20s but doesn’t work otherwise. I prefer to leave the under-eye unpowdered, or lightly powdered, to maintain a youthful, dewy glow. If you have oily skin and absolutely must set it, use a microscopic dusting of a sheer, translucent powder only where needed.

The Verdict

I hate too many products, but with dark under eye circles, using a color-corrector can be a game-changer. My recommendation is to check what you currently have: Is it the right shade? Does it minimize dark circles, or does your under-eye look more tired than when you started? Do you need a concealer, corrector, or a mixture of both?

Let’s Chat:

Have you noticed your eyes looking tired without particular reason? Do you think too much product or the wrong product may be the culprit? What products are you using to brighten your under-eye area? Please comment below, I always love our discussions!

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