Posts Tagged With ‘ exercise ’

Healthy aging stories always inspire me, especially about older athletes. This one was a jaw-dropper, unlike anything I’ve ever seen. It’s not new but stays in mind when I think about our ageist society and what stereotypes we have of elders. As reported by CNN and New York affiliate WHAM, a man broke into the house of 82 year old Willie Murphy, first trying to fool her that he was ill and needed an ambulance. She called the police, and when she wouldn’t let him in, he angrily broke open the door. Undoubtedly, he never expected the 105 pound woman inside, alone in semi-darkness to take him... Continue Reading

You’ll hear it all the time, that resolution to do more exercise with the new year. People may start out the first week, but then it’s back to old habits of a sedentary life. TV may be more tempting than putting on those walking shoes, if they even have the shoes. And the excuses are rampant: it’s too cold, it’s too hot, I don’t have time, or I just don’t feel like it. What is this doing to our elders’ health? In short, the sedentary lifestyle is seriously damaging people’s chances for a longer, healthier life. And some say they don’t care, they’ll accept living a shorter life... Continue Reading

I hope keeping up with recalls is one of the items on your “good consumer” list. On May 5, 2021, the Peloton Tread+ treadmill was recalled because incidents associated with pull under and entrapment in the rear of the treadmills, and the Peloton Tread was recalled because the console on the Tread could detach and fall, posing a risk of injury to consumers. Why are the Peloton recalls back in the news again? Peloton Interactive Inc. has agreed to pay a $19 million dollar civil penalty to resolve charges that it failed to immediately report to a federal safety agency that its Tread+ treadmill... Continue Reading

Are you a Baby Boomer looking to make some New Year’s resolutions for 2023? Here are three straightforward ideas that could help you live your best life going forward. Whether you want to have more energy, better focus, or develop a stronger immune system, these New Year’s resolution ideas could help you make the most […] Originally Published on BoomerBuyerGuides.com Continue Reading

Hey, this is Cara-Michele with another client spotlight interview. Staying focused on self-care as a tool for recharging my batteries is not always easy.  So, I love showing off folks that keep me inspired and motivated. But, I always have mixed emotions when my older female clients tell me that they are ready to start exercising more. I’m excited for them because more strength training leads to better cardiovascular health, greater mental cognition, excellent balance, and higher quality of life.  I am equally nervous because I know how hard it is for them to find personal trainers who... Continue Reading

Vicky, thank you for taking a minute to share your experiences with the Everyday Heroes Power-Up. Can you start by telling us what was happening in your life that made you think this might be a good thing for you to do? https://strengthvitalitywellness.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/vicky__what_was_happening_in_your_life_that_made_you_think_the_everyday_heroes_program_would_good_thing_for_you_to_join_-720p.mp4 Click Here to check out Everyday Heroes’ Power Up I know from our previous conversations that you’ve tried a lot of different programs. When we discussed the Everyday Heroes’ Power... Continue Reading

What  struggles  led  you  to  join  the  Everyday  Heroes’  Power-Up  Program?   What  benefits  have  you  noticed? Kim:  The  program  has  helped  me  become  more  organized  and  thoughtful  about  what  I’m  doing – about  what  I’m  taking  in,  my  mindset,  and  reflection  on  my  steps.  But,  the  biggest  benefit  is  that  I  feel  better.  I  see  a  difference  in  my  clothing,  so  I  know  my  body’s  shifting. I  was  experiencing  some  pain  from  arthritis  and  sciatic.  Now  I  feel ... Continue Reading

My clients who struggle with diet, fitness, eating disorders and mental health conditions have seen their issues increase significantly over the last twelve months, in part due to the emotional distress of Covid-19 and the subsequent lockdowns. The pandemic has resulted in feelings of isolation, fear, loneliness, and panic. Consequently, there has been a dramatic spike in mental health issues as people struggle with these difficult emotions, along with widespread insecurity and uncertainty. Conditions such as depression, anxiety, panic disorder, and burn out are increasingly common. We have additionally... Continue Reading

What’s so special about 45?! Many people reach ‘middle age’ and experience rapid weight gain, lower energy, more brain fog, trouble sleeping, limited mobility … the list goes on. It’s very common!  But some of the biggest hurdles to good health after age 45 are the myths that cause people to waste time and energy without seeing results. And the worst part: A lot of people hear these myths from weight-loss programs, health products, or trending diets like Keto and Paleo that promise results but don’t deliver in the long term. We’re ready to bust the top five diet and exercise myths... Continue Reading

“Come to bootcamp with me! It’s so fun and you’ll feel great,” your friend encourages. You go along, you want to spend time with people you care about and fitness is important–what could go wrong? Strained muscles, new back problems, or knee pain; bodies over 50 have different needs and the goals of ‘fitness’ often change. The bootcamp scenario is exactly why I became certified as a personal trainer for aging adults. I would have clients coming in who wanted to exercise, but return with new problems. I would show them some moves, but it wasn’t enough. As a martial artist, I had... Continue Reading