I am in my 60s, and I still love playing badminton — four to five days a week. Most of the group I play with are much younger than me, but that does not stop me.

The game gives me energy, joy, and focus. It keeps me connected, sharp, and alive.

But my body often reminds me of the effort. The next morning, I wake up with a dull tiredness in my shoulders, thighs, hamstrings, IT band, calves, and sometimes even my lower back.

It is not pain in the alarming sense, but a soreness — a heaviness that makes me aware of the strain. On some days it’s just a quiet reminder, but on others it could easily tempt me to skip the next session.

That’s when my little ritual with pure essential oils comes to the rescue.

My Essential Oil Recovery Blend

Here’s the blend I prepare and use:

• 40 drops Rosemary Essential Oil – improves circulation, relieves muscle fatigue

• 20 drops Nutmeg Essential Oil – warming, eases stiffness and deep soreness

• 5 drops Cardamom Essential Oil – gently soothes tension and relaxes muscles

• 50 ml Walnut Oil (carrier) – light, nourishing, non-greasy base

After my morning bath, I massage a few drops of this blend into the tired areas — legs, shoulders, and lower back. Within minutes, the heaviness begins to lift. If I remember to repeat the massage again at night, the recovery is even deeper. I sleep better, and I wake up ready to move again.

Pain Is a Signal, Not an Enemy

Over the years, I have learned that pain is the body’s way of talking to the mind. It should not be ignored. It tells us where healing and attention are needed.

So when the soreness is stronger than usual, I don’t force myself back onto the court. I simply continue my ritual, let my body recover, and wait for the pain to subside before I play again. This mindful approach has kept me consistent, without injury, and able to enjoy the game I love.

Will & Happiness makes it possible

Of course, there’s more to it. For me to keep playing at this age, my willpower and my desire for happiness matter just as much. The ritual reminds me that health is not only about strength, but also about joy, balance, and the determination not to give up on the things that make us feel alive.

It’s this inner drive, along with the support of natural essential oils, that helps me keep going, one game at a time.

Why Purity Matters

Real magic lies in the purity of the essential oils. Over time, I’ve realised that unless oils are truly pure, natural, and undiluted, they simply don’t work the same way.

Synthetic or diluted oils may smell nice, but they lack the depth, potency, and healing qualities that pure oils carry. Every drop of a 100% pure essential oil is concentrated plant energy, and when applied with intention, it supports the body’s natural recovery beautifully.

This is why I choose only pure oils — purity you can trust, and results you can feel.

Staying Active, Naturally

This simple ritual has become my secret to staying active in my 60s. It’s a combination of listening to my body, daily care, natural remedies, my will to keep going, and my desire for happiness.

And the best part? The next morning, I wake up lighter, more at ease, and ready to face the day again.

This works for me — maybe it will work for you too.

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