Progressive overload is a key principle in exercise, and it generally applies to older adults as well. However, it needs to be adapted to your specific needs and limitations. What is Progressive Overload? Progressive Overload involves changing or “progressing” your workouts so your muscles are constantly challenged and stay [...]
What is Yoga? When most people think of yoga, they think of wellness and relaxation, not fitness. But you’ll notice we included this article in our Fitness category. While yoga involves plenty of gentle stretching, deep breathing and meditation (which have been shown to do everything from alleviating stress to [...]
Weightlifting and body building have been around for decades. How many of us remember Steve Reeves from the 1958 movie Hercules? The early morning Jack LaLanne show where he’d demonstrate a 15 minute workout with nothing but a chair. Arnold Schwarzenegger vs Lou Ferrigno in the 1974 Mr. Universe. Those [...]
A 2016 report by the American Heart Association (AHA) confirmed that “low levels of cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) are associated with a high risk of cardiovascular disease, all-cause mortality, and mortality rates attributable to various cancers”. More importantly, “a growing body of epidemiological and clinical evidence demonstrates not only that CRF [...]
In this article, we’ll look into the benefits of Chair Yoga for older adults who may not be as spry and nimble as they once were. What Is Chair Yoga? As we age, we need to adjust our habits and lifestyles to thrive. Joint pain, achy muscles, fatigue, and other [...]
The Fall Guy actress has long peaked our interest and kudos regarding her approach to acting and ensuring her career does not compromise her values as an actress, wife and mom. Likewise, her approach to fitness, health and nutrition are equally exemplary. We were first introduced to Blunt’s amazing physique [...]
