One of the best ways to show your heart some TLC is by getting your steps in each day. Walking is an aerobic exercise that can improve your cardiovascular health by strengthening your heart and lungs. This low-to-moderate intensity exercise can boost energy, support weight management, build endurance, improve mood, promote better sleep, and alleviate […]
Walking on a treadmill is an awesome way to build leg endurance and burn extra calories. You have complete control over the incline, and increasing it makes your glutes, hamstrings, and calves work even harder. A treadmill is also incredibly convenient to exercise on, since you’re not limited by inclement weather. But a treadmill is […]
Since sarcopenia—the natural loss of lean muscle mass—can occur as we grow older, it’s essential to have a plan in place to rebuild and maintain muscle. This time of life is when you start needing your strength more than ever, and an active lifestyle—and future independence—majorly depend on it. It’s easy to take mundane daily […]
Give me ten minutes, a sturdy chair, and a mini-band, and I can make your legs work. The routine looks simple on paper, but five rounds of controlled lunges and lateral walks add up quickly when every rep has purpose. Leg strength after 65 should help you move with more confidence during the day. Standing […]
Sit-ups have been treated like the go-to ab exercise for decades, so it makes sense that many people start there when they want a flatter midsection. They can train the front of your abs, but apron belly usually responds better when the whole day supports the goal. Strength work, daily movement, protein-forward meals, and consistent […]
If you’re in the mood for a delicious, rich Key Lime Pie but don’t have any special bakeries near you, some chains offer this fan-favorite dessert on their menus. Known for being one of the more light and refreshing sweet treats, there’s always room for this tangy delight. But which chains offer the best versions […]
Balance begins to change as we age, especially if we don’t assess or address lingering issues. You may notice it when you step off a curb, turn too quickly, or catch yourself reaching for something nearby. None of that means you’re losing your edge, but it may mean that your balance deserves more attention. The […]
Years of desk work leave a particular mark on the body after 55. The hips tighten at the front, the glutes switch off, the upper back rounds, and the head drifts forward. Each of those changes feeds the next, and together they make standing tall feel like effort. I’ve been a personal trainer for close […]
Squats are a classic lower body exercise that unquestionably builds lower body strength. But if you’re over 60 and your knees ache in the morning, you struggle with stairs, or worry about injuring yourself in a deep squat, doing traditional squats probably isn’t the best idea. After 60, your goal should be to rebuild the […]
Bat wings usually get talked about like they’re only an arm problem, but the best plan trains more than the back of the upper arm. The triceps need direct work, and the shoulders and upper back help the whole area look stronger and firmer. Thirty days gives you enough time to build better tone, improve […]
