Being sick takes a lot more time & energy than the time it takes to get & stay fit… I don’t know about you, but I don’t want to be dependent on others to take care of me as I age. Who’s with me? If your health needs an overhaul, I’m here to help. I … Continued
Blew your nutrition? It’s OKAY. The good news is you always get another chance. Don’t starve or punish yourself. Make a healthier choice the VERY NEXT meal or snack. Bump up the protein & fiber to keep you full & energized. Here are 10 snack ideas that contain at least 15g of protein & 5g … Continued
Statistics reveal a concerning reality: Falls are the leading cause of injury among older adults & breaking a hip can significantly impact quality of life. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), one in four older adults falls each year. For those who fall & sustain a hip fracture, the consequences can be dire. … Continued
Weight loss is not linear & takes longer than you think… Your weight will fluctuate daily for a multitude of reasons: Your carb intake Your sodium intake Your hydration Alcohol consumption? A later meal Have you pooped? Did you workout? Time of month Time of weighing Same scale? Menopause offers additional challenges, but doesn’t make … Continued
You’ll look (and feel) better when you lift weights…. BUT, resistance training isn’t just about aesthetics. According to Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, only 6 to 8% of people are meeting the guidelines for resistance training. If you are sedentary, you can expect to experience: Metabolic disorders Alzheimer’s disease Cardiovascular disease Fertility issues Obesity Sleep apnea To … Continued
A powerful marker of longevity is grip strength. Rantanen T, Guralnik JM, Foley D, et al. Midlife Hand Grip Strength as a Predictor of Old Age Disability. JAMA. 1999;281(6):558–560. doi:10.1001/jama.281.6.558 When it comes to accidents, grip strength can directly make the difference between a good and a bad outcome. Having a strong grip gives you a greater chance of catching … Continued
It’s hard to believe you’ll get old… At some point you’ll think: ‘how can I be the same age as old people’? Your motivation to stay exercise might become more than pure aesthetics. When you see your parents become sick or frail, you’ll probably want to stay strong. You’ll probably want to age better and … Continued
Setting a reverse alarm to GET TO BED ON TIME may be the MOST powerful tip for better sleep. Matthew Walker (author of ‘Why We Sleep’) says his BEST sleep tip is to maintain the SAME sleep schedule all week. His other tips include: Exercise – but not too late in the day Avoid caffeine … Continued
Smaller is not better. STRONGER is better! You can build muscle at ANY age, but the sooner the better. And the more muscle you put on at a younger age, the better… But it’s never too late! So load up the bar! A pet peeve of mine is when women kill themselves trying to be … Continued
Over eating can be UNRELATED to satiety cues, but this mantra can help if you’re able to listen to your body cues… Start eating BEFORE you get too hungry… Getting too hungry makes it more difficult to make healthy choices. Stop eating BEFORE you’re full because when you’re starving, you can eat too quickly & … Continued