Did you know that your thighs contain the largest muscles in your body? Thigh strength is something you may not deem essential, but it gives you a strong foundation for stability, balance, and mobility. Not only do strong thighs help you avoid falls and injuries as you age, but they also help rev up metabolism […]
Hip fractures become extremely common after the age of 65. It’s essential to put work into your hip strength and focus on stability so you can avoid any balance or hip problems after 60—and we’re here with just the right plan. We spoke with Marwa Ahmed, NASM-Certified Personal Trainer & Running Coach, CEO of The […]
Stomach fat in older adults is one of the most common concerns clients bring to me, and there’s a huge amount of misinformation about how to deal with it. I’ve been working as a personal trainer for almost 40 years and training the next generation of fitness professionals at TRAINFITNESS for the past 20. The […]
If you are going out to breakfast, you can’t go wrong with a giant stack of pancakes. The sweet breakfast classic is comforting, nostalgic, and delicious, and can be customized to your taste preferences. Some restaurants serve flimsy stacks of pancakes that fall flat. If you want a giant, delicious stack of pancakes, there are […]
I don’t go out to breakfast often, but when I do, I want a big old country platter. You know, the works: Pancakes, eggs, potatoes, meats, toast, biscuits, and gravy. The kind of breakfast that screams, “Go big or go home.” Where can you enjoy a large platter of breakfast foods without breaking the bank? […]
The bridge is one of those exercises that looks simple until you hold it with intent. Lift your hips, lock in your position, and the body gives you feedback fast. Your glutes need to stay engaged, your pelvis needs to stay steady, and your core has to keep everything organized. After 60, that connection between […]
Stiff joints after 60 don’t usually need more impact; they need better coordination. As a movement specialist, I work with clients every day who think the answer is jumping into harder cardio when what their body actually needs is the opposite. Jumping jacks have their place, but if your sacrum isn’t moving the way it […]
How strong are your shoulders? A solid way to assess is by looking at your range of motion, whether you experience pain, and how stable your arms are when you carry something. You should also be able to comfortably perform daily tasks in a stable movement without fatiguing—examples include placing boxes up onto a shelf […]
If you’ve reached 60, you may have noticed a bit of an arm jiggle action—and are not too happy about it. This occurs due to several reasons, including the loss of lean muscle and collagen, and an accumulation of fat in the triceps. This fat stores in the upper arms as metabolism declines, skin gets […]
If you grew up eating fried bologna sandwiches, no explanation is needed for why this staple comfort food has never gone out of fashion. This is not a fancy sandwich, which is a huge part of the appeal: It’s just thick-sliced bologna fried to perfection, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with […]
