As an aging fitness enthusiast, I’m always on the lookout for new ways to challenge myself without beating up my body. Calisthenic push exercises and workouts (which I alternate with pull workouts) are a perfect option. This is because they are a great way to build muscle mass and endurance without killing myself. A big…
Have you been hearing a lot about water aerobics but just not sure if this is right for you? When water aerobics became popular years ago for treating an injury, I will admit that as an orthopedic nurse, I had reservations. However, after years of watching my patients improve and become stronger without…
New Year – New You! Do you always say this at the beginning of each new year, hoping to improve your physical health, but then go back to your usual bad habits? Maybe this year, it’s time to take it seriously. As we get older, we naturally lose muscle, which can make us weak…
Are you starting to notice more aches and pains as you age? Do you notice that every time you get out of bed or try to stand after sitting for long periods of time, you now let out that groin or, at the very least, hesitate before moving? I understand, and it sucks! But…
As we age, our bodies can throw us a few curveballs. One of the toughest that we face is arthritis. The discomfort and limitations from a flare-up can make even simple daily tasks feel like you’re climbing a mountain. Trust me, I understand! Recently, I had a massive flare-up of hip pain from arthritis. …
I absolutely love AMRAP workouts. AMRAP stands for “as many reps as possible.” It’s a type of workout that challenges you to complete specific exercises within a set period of time. With this routine, you’re able to go at your own pace while you push to increase your strength and endurance. You…
I have always been a “grazer” when it comes to eating. Since I eat small meals and snacks, I tend to eat constantly! It didn’t take me long to realize that I was eating way too many calories throughout the day. I tried dieting, but that really didn’t work. Once I found out I…
Did you know that muscle mass decreases as we get older? Well, it does, and unfortunately, this can cause a lot of noticeable sagging. I know that you know what I’m talking about! You look in the mirror and only see sagging parts. One of the most frustrating areas of sagging that I’ve…
I’m willing to bet that you are not stretching as much as you should every day. How do I know? I’m right there with you! We used to be able to skip stretching and still bounce through our day – but not so much anymore. For me, mornings really suck. I think…
So, you’ve had a total knee replacement, and now you’re going through your first security checkpoint. Oh crap! Is this going to be a total pain in the ass, or will you just dance on through? Well, I can tell you that I have been through many security points since my total knee…