10 Reasons Why I LOVE Bands
Strength is defined as the ability of the neuromuscular system to produce internal tension to overcome an external force OR the amount of force a muscle can exert against an external load. That external load can come from gravity (think good posture and planks), weights, or bands. Bands are big part of my own training […]
Fit at Any Age: 60’s and Beyond
The most important thing to know is that it is never too late to begin a fitness routine. If you haven’t been exercising and taking care of yourself, start now. Be sure to talk to your doctor first and start slow. Exercise is the fountain of youth. Researchers have found that people who maintain […]
Fit At Any Age: 40’s and 50’s
In middle age, the body and the brain are aging. By age 40, sedentary women have lost 10lb of lean muscles and gained at least that much in fat. Overweight adults in their 40’s have a greater risk of death from all causes, especially heart disease, the leading cause of death in the U.S. for […]
Fit At Any Age: 20’s and 30’s
No matter what stage of life you’re in, you can benefit from adding exercise and yoga to your routine. In this 3-part series, I’ll highlight the benefits for every decade of life, from 20’s and 30’s through 60’s and beyond. First up, 20-somethings: Maybe you never lost the freshman 15 you picked up at college. […]