Charity runs are really a win/win situation; you can get fit while raising money for a good cause. This weekend More and Fitness magazines are sponsoring an event that really is a winner all the way around.

On April 24th and 25th, the magazines are sponsoring a free Health + Wellness Expo. If you live in the New York City area, stop by the Altman Building for health screenings and cooking demonstrations. The weekend wraps up on Sunday with a marathon and half-marathon in Central Park. Nearly 10,000 women are scheduled to run, many of whom are opting to raise funds for CARE, a leading humanitarian organization fighting global poverty.

Are you looking for a charity walk or run to participate in? Check out this list of events ... odds are, there's a walk or run coming to your area soon.

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Not too long ago, I wrote about a workout More Magazine had specifically for women over 40. Now, some More Magazine readers have stepped forward to show that they're over 40 and fitter than they were in their 20's.

Some of their tips:

• Manage stress eating by making healthier, conscious choices.
• See a trainer to develop a strength training routine.
  
• Limit red meat and eat more fruits and vegetables.
• Exercise daily.
• Shove self-doubt to the side and don't shy away from a challenge.
• Try a new activity.
• Even if you have a hectic schedule, be sure to take time to focus on yourself. Treat your health like the priority it is.
• Practice weight-bearing exercises to maintain healthy bone density.

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I haven't hit the big 4-0 yet. In a few weeks time, however, I'll be officially in my late 30's -- unable to deny it any more. As much as I would like to say my body is just like it was in high school, that's sadly not the case. Time has marched on. In some cases, time has marched downward if you catch my drift.

So while I think this ab workout from More Magazine is appropriate for anyone, regardless of age, I do understand the greater need once you're in your 40's. (Or maybe once you're in your late 30's!)

After all, I think the concept of aging gracefully is silly. Why settle for being graceful when we can be active and fit? Instead of time marching on, why don't we march all over it?

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