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…
Taking care of our physical health and fitness becomes increasingly important as we age. One of the best ways to do this is through regular exercise. But I know for some people it’s a struggle to figure out where to begin or what exercises are best. If that’s you, let me introduce you to body…
Staying active is important for our bodies and minds, especially as we get older. But sometimes it can be hard to find fun things to do that will keep us moving. Luckily, there are several activities that are fun and good for our health, like making our hearts stronger, making us stronger and more flexible,…
Updated 7/30/24 Are you an avid water drinker or are you someone that struggles with getting any water in at all throughout the day? If you’re the avid water drinker congrats! Keep doing what you’re doing. However, if you struggle to get your daily water intake, then you may want to stick around! You see,…
Love handles! UGH!! I’m not sure where this name came from since no one loves them. Why? Because as we age, they can be one of the most stubborn areas of fat in our body. As someone who has struggled with love handles for most of my older adult life, I know firsthand how frustrating…
As I got older, I started to feel less excited and adventurous. Maybe it was because my kids moved out or because I was thinking about retirement. I felt like I was in a rut. I used to love going for long walks and trying new things, but now I feel tired and uninspired. But…
Updated 8/2/24 Recently, I was chilling with my grandson when, out of the blue, he started batting and jiggling my old flabby arms. Once I hit 60, I couldn’t help but notice that my arms weren’t as firm as they used to be. I guess I didn’t realize how much until my grandson was nice…