A deep V squat, which most of us could do as children, will help develop and maintain hip, knee and ankle mobility. Struggling? 1. Hold onto something to take some of your body weight 2. Raise your heels if ankle mobility is limited 3. Add a small rolled up towel behind each knee to ease … Continued
Where fitness is concerned, sometimes progress means holding your ground. If you’re maintaining a certain level of strength & skill level over time, this is PROGRESS. This is what I’m learning about my training as a 62 year old. Whether this is in the gym, in the pool, on a hike or on my bike, … Continued
‘I used to…’ are the saddest words… I used to be… I used to do… I used to be able… Yes, we are constantly evolving & change is inevitable… But there are some things that are worth holding onto. Like your strength… Like your mobility… Like your ability to TRY or keep trying… Even though … Continued
You’re asking the wrong question. Spot reducing is a myth. Ab exercises will strengthen your core, reduce back pain, improve performance in sport and even protect you from injury. But will exercise flatten your tummy or give you visible abs? Unlikely. In order to see your abs, you need to rid yourself of subcutaneous fat, … Continued
Recovering from being sick? How do you get back to working out? For me, I want to move but I don’t want to over do it. I basically go through what my weightlifting warm up includes. This will give me about 20 minutes of mobility. If I feel better the next day, I’ll repeat & … Continued
Are you looking to enhance your bone health? Studies show that with the right combination of exercise and nutrition, you can regain up to 3% of your bone density in just six months. Here’s how to do it: 1. Jumping Exercises Incorporate jumping exercises like skipping rope or jumping jacks into your routine. Research indicates … Continued
Here’s where the 10 Minute Rule comes in… You know you ‘should’ do some movement, but you just don’t ‘feel like’ you have the time, energy or an idea to get started…. Here’s the scoop: Instead of feeling pressured to commit to long workouts, start with just 10 minutes of exercise, even if it’s just … Continued
I’m sorry… At one time I definitely didn’t give the credit due to walking as a regular form of exercise… There are far too many barriers to exercise that might make you want to throw your hands up in despair. While it’d be great if you could include strength training… Don’t be discouraged if all … Continued
Navigating menopause can be challenging, and if you’re working out, you may find that your body requires more rest between workouts. For me, this is where incorporating mobility work fits in. Mobility work offers significant benefits on it’s own or on top of your regular workouts: 1. Improved Joint Health Regular mobility exercises enhance joint … Continued
Let’s talk about single-leg strength training because, let’s face it, we can’t all be graceful swans as we age! You might think two legs are enough, but one-legged exercises are like that secret sauce that keeps you strong, balanced, and functional as you age. Why, you ask? Well, balance is key! As we age, our … Continued