Guess I'm doomed

[wtg]

I don't go to any of these...

Going to museums, movies, and theater may help your body stay younger

Regular trips to museums, theaters, and cinemas may help your body stay biologically younger, according to a new study.

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260714225526.htm

[jon-nyc]

I used to have memberships at museums and go periodically when I lived in the city. Now going to a museum usually means I’m on vacation.

I guess I’ll have to rely on 100+mi a week on my bike and 5 days a week in the gym to keep me youngish.

[RealPlayer]

I’m relying on daily piano practice, which I know keeps the mind active, but it’s not everything. I need to get out on my bike more (more than a toodle around the park road) and need some weight-bearing exercise. I like museums and galleries and feel negligent because I am right in NYC where there are plenty. I do go to concerts, though, which is very fulfilling.

[Bernard]

I can unequivocally say that going to a movie theater ages me. I haven't been to one since "The Devil Wears Prada" first came out. And it will remain the last. Movie goers had gotten so rude, even back then. I can only imagine what it's like now.

[DougG]

like Miranda, I stay young by doing what I love.

Link to video

otherwise, I’m like wtg- I haven’t gone to these places, hardly at all in years.

[Axtremus]

This thread reminded me of this perk: https://about.bankofamerica.com/en/making-an-impact/arts-and-culture#museums-on-us

[Rontuner]

We live in the "south loop" of Chicago - the downtown neighborhood closest to the museum campus. Within an easy 10-15 min walk: Art Institute, Field museum of natural history, Shedd Aquarium and just a little farther away, the Adler Planetarium. We are members of all except the planetarium. What that means for us is that we can stop by and not feel the need to spend a lot of time there after buying a daily pass. A nice perk of this location!

[jon-nyc]

Yeah that’s what it was like for me to be a member of the Met, the MOMA, and later the science museum with the boy. Guilt-free short visits.

[AdagioM]

@Rontuner Have you visited the Raqib Shaw Paradise Lost exhibit at the Art Institute? It’s stunning.

I agree, your neighborhood is fanastic for culture and recreation.

[Rontuner]

Yes, many times! It's right on the way to the member lounge - small bar and lots of tables in the old restaraunt space. Sometimes we just go straight there for a break during a city walk. We'd be happy to take you up there when you are in town if you haven't visited there with Susan!