For many years, people around the world have started every year “resolving” to get in shape. Recently, another health-based resolution has been gaining momentum around the globe: It’s called Dry January, and it started in 2012 as a public health initiative from the British charity Alcohol Change UK. Now, this isn’t supposed to be a
It’s the time of year when everyone wants to build new habits, and “getting in shape” is always one of the most popular New Year resolutions. We love it, of course, and welcome everyone who’s starting this month – and all our returning friends who are back for more strength, endurance, and agility. Over the
You’ve heard of low-carb diets and low-fat diets. But you’ve probably never heard of anyone telling you to avoid eating protein – especially after age 50 or so, when we need to double our efforts to get enough of it. You need protein to grow and maintain muscle mass, which we naturally lose as we
It’s easy to think of aging as a steady decline. But fitness proves it doesn’t have to be that simple and dreadful. If you exercise regularly, you’re more likely to maintain physical abilities. Period. So think of it as a sliding scale – with physical dependence at one end and being an elite athlete on
You can enjoy traditional holiday feasts without ruining your diet, calories, or macros. Just try one or two of these healthy swaps to see how you like cooking with them and how your family & friends enjoy them at the big meal. Heck, you could even incorporate a few moving forward into the
Here’s a gift from the world of science to anyone thinking about whether exercise and aging go together. If you’re afraid to try strength training, or if you think you’re too old or too banged up or too fragile… well, think again. A new study found that people in their 60s, 70s and beyond can
With a new year coming up, a common resolution might be bubbling around in the back of your mind – to hire a personal trainer. We think that’s great. (Obviously!) This might be the perfect time to engage someone with the expertise and the caring to help you reach your goals. Give us a call
We love hearing your questions about fitness. Here are some we are asked most often. Food for thought! Question: Older people don’t need to lift weights, right? Answer: Wrong! Resistance training is ESSENTIAL for everyone as we age, for many reasons that are indisputable. Humans start to lose muscle mass regularly in our 30s, and
When Pat moved to a new town in her 60s, she quickly visited the local animal shelter to volunteer. Pat always has been an animal-lover, and she thought volunteering would be a good way to meet people and learn about the community. And she was right. She made new friends and found a purpose in
No matter where you are in your fitness journey, the holidays can through you off track if you’re not careful. Just the parties alone are a problem for lots of us. The cocktails, the heavy appetizers, the irresistible desserts (that often end up being, you know, not even worth it). Well, by now you’ve navigated