Belly fat is NORMAL. There’s no secret ab move you’re missing and visible abs aren’t the benchmark of health. In fact, most will never have a flat stomach and that’s OKAY (even if it doesn’t ‘feel’ okay). Abdominal fat is largely driven by nutrition, genetics & body structure — not by how hard you train … Continued
The work you put in today builds strength for a better tomorrow… Consistency is your best friend to fight against muscle loss & frailty… So hold tight to your goals… Show up for yourself… Remember ‘all or something’ on those days that you’re not feeling it… Your future self thanks you…
This is what’s in my head when learning new skills… You see, skill comes from doing the thing. Again, again, and again… Not when it’s fun Not when it’s convenient And especially when it’s boring Consider consistency OVER perfection. Keep doing the reps. Progress is happening — even when it doesn’t look or feel glamorous. … Continued
Effective training doesn’t need to take hours… Got 5 minutes? Improve your push up strength with this EMOM. EMOM stands for ‘Every minute on the minute’ In just 5 minutes you can do 15 of your best push ups. Over time, you’ll be able to do 15 push ups in a row… Will you try … Continued
.This is habit stacking at it’s best! Clean teeth & happy feet. You’re already brushing your teeth… Why not fix your feet while you’re at it? Here are some benefits of daily foot rolling: Releases tight fascia (because ALL fascia cross at the bottom of the foot) Improves ankle mobility + calf flexibility Enhances balance … Continued
Feeling under the weather? Here’s a simple rule: Symptoms ABOVE the neck? (Like a mild headaches, sniffles) A moderate workout can be okay. Symptoms BELOW the neck? (Cough, fever, etc) Rest is best. (Now, if I only could take my own advice.) What to YOU do when you’re under the weather?
All that driving, typing & scrolling are shrinking your posture & causing pain… Here are a few shoulder openers to help you un-hunch, strengthen & move taller again. Just 5 minutes a day will make a huge difference over time!
Can you get up & down off the floor without using your hands? With age, it gets more challenging! Kudos to you Sheila! @grandma_moves made this mobility challenge look so easy! At 62, my bionic hips didn’t like the sit down & my arthritic toes didn’t allow me to do the same stand… But, quite … Continued
If your bladder, hips, knees or feet don’t enjoy jumping, these options can help…. And remember, even if you can only do the first progression, it’s better than not doing anything!… Think: all or something!… Jumping 10-20x twice daily with 30 sec between each set improves bone density (possibly more effective in premenopausal women)… https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.4278/ajhp.130430-QUAN-200 … Continued
These are the ‘movement snacks’ I did on my Portuguese holiday & returned home feeling strong & without an ounce of weight gain. Backed by science, a 2022 European Heart Journal study found that even a few short bursts of vigorous activity (even under a minute!) can cut your risk of disease & boost longevity. … Continued