The first thing I look for in a plank isn’t the time. It’s the setup. I want to see someone create a strong brace, settle their hips into the right position, and keep breathing without turning the whole thing into a strain-fest. After 55, that tells you a lot. A plank asks your core to […]
After 55, keeping your arms strong and toned is all about training consistently and in a way that you can actually stick with. But between work, family, and everything else competing for your time, driving to a gym to train your upper body often falls to the wayside. Fortunately, rebuilding real arm strength can take […]
Chair exercises are becoming increasingly popular—and for good reason. They’re convenient and safe to perform as you age. A seated workout can help build muscle, improve balance, boost flexibility, reduce stress levels, and keep your heart health in check. Because you’re typically seated for chair workouts, you eliminate the risk of falling while reducing stress […]
Enjoying complimentary bread before a meal is always a treat, especially when the bread is freshly-baked and made in house. This pre-appetizer is a lifesaver when you are hungrier than usual, and especially if you have children with you who need to eat something before having meltdowns. Whether served with special butter or just warm […]
Balance is the fastest thing I’ve seen change with dedicated practice, and it’s the most important thing to protect after 60. I’ve been a personal trainer for close to 40 years, and for the last 25 I’ve been co-founder of TRAINFITNESS, the UK’s leading fitness education provider. Seven days of focused standing work can shift […]
Research shows it is directly linked to your independence, your fall risk, and how long you can keep doing the things you enjoy without needing help. Plus, the lower body muscles in your thighs, hips, and glutes are what get you out of a chair, into a car, and up off the floor, and they’re […]
Strength after 60 isn’t about chasing personal records or proving you can still lift what you did decades ago. It’s about preserving the power to live independently, enjoy your hobbies, and keep up with the people who matter most. As a trainer, I’ve watched many men assume slowing down comes naturally with age, but I’ve […]
Torso thickening is one of the most common concerns clients bring to me from 60 onwards, and most of it has very little to do with food. I’ve spent almost 40 years as a personal trainer and over 25 years running TRAINFITNESS, the UK’s leading provider of in-person and online personal training courses, and in […]
Over the years, McDonald’s has tested out endless menu items. Some remained a drive-thru staple, while others were retired after a brief to long run. Not all were beloved; many, including the recent Big Arch flop, disappeared without complaint. However, there are several that fans refuse to forget and regularly demand that the chain put […]
Strength after 60 has very little to do with your age and everything to do with how you move each day. I’ve trained people in their 60s and 70s who outperform adults twenty years younger because they’ve never stopped challenging their bodies. They don’t rely on complicated workout programs or expensive equipment. Instead, they consistently […]
