especially important. Drinking fluids regularly, even before feeling thirsty, is a smart habit because the body’s warning signals become weaker with age. It is also important to pay close attention to weather conditions, since the body has to work harder to adjust to extreme heat or cold.
5. Sleep feels less like a “reset”
Sleep changes a lot in your early 70s. It’s not necessarily that you need fewer hours, but the quality often tanks. Deep sleep gets shorter, and you’ll likely find yourself waking up at 3:00