Here’s the advice I gave my 79yo client to maintain & even develop her leg strength… I reminded her that she squats several times a day, she should use those ‘reps’ to her advantage. Be conscious of S-L-O-W-L-Y lowering your butt to the seat instead of falling into your chair Sometimes practice a butt tap … Continued
Work never gets ‘easier’…But …you get more capable… And ‘hard’ is relative to YOU… Measure your ‘hard’ against your CURRENT SELF. Not who you were 20 years ago or against others. Make sure to celebrate your hard! Care to share one of recent ‘hards’? At 61, I’m happy to have more weight on the bar … Continued
The holidays can be full of extra calories so it’s best to manage your expectations regarding weight loss. You’ll likely just end up ruining your holiday experience and still not lose weight if you’re trying to ‘diet’. Aim for weight maintenance during the holidays. And a 10 minute post meal walk can help! . Or … Continued
Don’t make the mistake of thinking walking is ‘enough’. It is, along with a few weekly sessions of resistance training. Because you want to stay STRONG as you age… YES to all these benefits of a daily walk: Maintain a healthy weight and lose body fat Prevent or manage various conditions, including heart disease, stroke, … Continued
Are you injured or nursing a chronic pain? Sadly in menopause there’s far too much of this, but I want you to be encouraged. There’s hope, even if you’re experiencing a serious issue like a joint replacement. After having BOTH hips replaced 18 months apart, I can say I’m almost as strong as I was … Continued
Feel like nothing works to reduce your increasing belly fat? Cardio *done right* can get rid of your menopause belly and visceral fat and the good news is it doesn’t take a ton of time. But it does take EFFORT. Enter SIT: sprint interval training. Here’s how to do SIT: Warm up 5 min (easy … Continued
As you age, you can pretty much do it all, you just need more recovery time between workouts. Motion is lotion, so you’ll always feel better after a little movement. As a fitness expert in my 60’s, this is what I do when I WANT to workout but know I need to take a days … Continued
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
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
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