Intermittent fasting has become a popular method for weight management and for improving overall health. The principle is easy: you rotate eating periods with fasting. If you’re just getting started, I’m sure you know that you cannot eat anything but what about drinking? Are you allowed to drink during your fasting windows. I know…
Calisthenics is a type of exercise that uses a person’s own body weight for resistance. No equipment is needed! Including calisthenics abs exercises into your workout routine a few times a week can help to improve or maintain your core strength. Why is this important? Because our core muscles support good posture and decrease our…
If you or someone you know is recovering from knee replacement surgery, you know how challenging it can be. I remember just wanting to get rid of my knee pain and swelling and return to my normal activities! So, I went to work to find the best ways to heal faster. Seriously, who has time…
Sleep is so important after any surgery to allow your body to heal. However, getting comfortable and sleeping after a knee replacement surgery can be a huge challenge. For me, the first few nights after having my left knee replaced were some of the most restless I’ve ever experienced. Between the pain, stiffness, and new…
Have you ever had those days where you just can’t seem to shake off bad thoughts about your body? You could have caught a glimpse of yourself in the mirror and didn’t like what you saw, or you tried on an outfit that didn’t fit the way you wanted it to. Whatever the trigger is,…
Are you ready to take your workouts to the next level? Resistance bands may be just what you need. If you haven’t tried them yet, you’re missing out! I’m personally a huge fan of resistance bands! As I’ve gotten older, they’ve become even more of my go-to. This is mainly because they’re gentler on the…
As someone who enjoys working out at home, I am always looking for new exercises that are fun, effective, and challenging – but also safe as I age. Now, that doesn’t mean that I am ready to settle for sit-down “old lady” exercises! Like you, I still want a heart-pumping, body-moving workout that keeps…
Anaerobic exercise is an incredible form of physical activity that I have personally included in my fitness routine for several years. It involves short bursts of intense activity, like sprinting, boxing, jump rope and weightlifting. For people who prefer low impact options, cycling, swimming or calisthenics can also get the job done. Low impact activities…
Self-care is so often underrated and overlooked, but it shouldn’t be, especially as we stumble into our golden years. I used to put it off like it was nobody’s business. I mean, who has time for themselves when you’re juggling parents, kids, work, and a million other things? But now that we’re over 60, shouldn’t…
Dec 12, 2023 | Nutrition We all know that as we get older, managing our weight can be a real struggle. For me the pounds started creeping in my 50’s during and after menopause – sound familiar? In an attempt to get rid of get the extra weight, I started following the 14:10 intermittent fasting method. This…