When you reach middle-age, it’s crucial to maintain strength. Doing so can enable you to continue living an active, independent life. This means stepping up your workout game to compensate for natural muscle loss, a slower metabolism, and reduced physical activity that often occurs in this stage of life. We spoke with Marwa Ahmed, NASM-Certified […]
After 60, training needs to support how you actually move day-to-day. Muscle tends to decline if it isn’t used, and strength in the hips, legs, and upper body plays a big role in staying steady, getting up and down with ease, and handling everyday tasks without hesitation. That’s why it makes sense to focus on […]
Yoga can be excellent for improving mobility, core strength, breathing, and body awareness. For many people, though, jumping into yoga after 60 can feel like a big first step, especially if balance already feels shaky or getting up and down from the floor isn’t comfortable. Wall exercises offer a lower barrier to entry because the […]
Muffin tops are a delightful addition to any breakfast or brunch spread. But when they show up on your waistline, they’re far less welcome. A “muffin top“—or “love handles“—often develops during middle age due to hormonal shifts, a slower metabolism, and the loss of lean muscle. As a result, body fat tends to move to […]
Attention gym enthusiasts: Glute day just got real. Your glutes deserve their own designated workout day—especially since they help stabilize your spine and pelvis while lowering knee, hip, and back pain. You need strong glutes to run, lift, and perform everyday tasks. Are we wrong? We didn’t think so. In fact, we want you to […]
Most people reach for a stretch the moment they roll out of bed, feeling stiff. It seems like the obvious fix, and it’s what many of us have done for years. But it might actually be the wrong move, especially after 60. What I recommend instead is something called an osteoarticular warm-up, a short routine […]
If your arms have started to feel a little softer or less defined than they used to, you’re not alone. I see it all the time with clients, especially along the back of the arms where the triceps sit. It usually builds gradually as those muscles stop getting enough direct work, and overall movement drops […]
Side fat is commonly referred to as love handles. This type of fat, known as subcutaneous fat, tends to accumulate around the hips and waistline. The result? Pesky bulges that spill over the waistband of your favorite pants. Side fat can occur due to consuming more calories than you torch, in addition to hormonal shifts, […]
Core stability after 60 determines how well your body supports itself during nearly every movement you make. It affects posture, balance, lower-back health, and even how efficiently you walk. I’ve worked with clients in this age range for years, and one pattern always stands out, those with strong core stability move with more confidence, experience […]
Spring has sprung, and your favorite restaurant chains are updating their menus with new and exciting items. Some are launching unique new foods, others are bringing back fan-favorite classics, but all are delicious and worth trying. Whether you want to try a flavorful new burger from Shake Shack, a wildly popular Taco Bell returning to […]
