Most people assume that changes in the way they walk are simply a normal part of aging. As a trainer, I do not. What I often see is a loss of efficiency within the movement system that has been developing for years, and sometimes decades, before a person notices a change in their gait. The […]
So many individuals refuse to let their age determine what they can and can’t do as they enter their golden years. Knowing just how important self-care and exercise is will not only help you feel your absolute best, but it can also help you remain active and independent. The fact that muscle loss is a […]
Personal trainers and workout enthusiasts are major fans of strength drills—and for good reason. Strength drills usually include resistance movements, bodyweight exercises, and several tools like bands, gliders, and free weights. They’re an excellent way to burn fat, build muscle, increase bone density, and boost metabolism. This training method also strengthens your joints, ultimately lowering […]
Hip strength has a big say in how steady, powerful, and comfortable your lower body feels after 60. It helps you lift your knees when you walk, stand up from a chair, climb stairs, change direction, and keep your balance as your weight shifts from one leg to the other. When the hips lose strength, […]
Love handles may get the catchy name, but the real focus is your waist, hips, core, and overall body composition. After 60, the area around the sides of the midsection can feel softer when daily movement drops, lean muscle needs more attention, and nutrition habits drift away from your current goals. A smart home routine […]
A good nighttime stretch routine can feel like turning the volume down on your body. After a long day of walking, sitting, driving, chores, workouts, or carrying stress in your shoulders, your muscles and joints usually appreciate a slower transition into rest. Massage can feel great, but a nightly routine gives you something repeatable. You […]
If you’re over 60 and notice somewhat of an underarm jiggle action happening, you’re certainly not alone. A Stanford Medicine study found that adults experience biomolecular shifts in their 40s, and again in their 60s. “Bat wings” or “upper arm laxity” is the result of less skin elasticity, extra fat in the upper arms, and […]
Balance often serves as one of the clearest indicators of overall fitness after 60. Strong balance reflects much more than the ability to stand on one foot. It requires coordination between the muscles, joints, nervous system, vision, and core stability. When balance remains strong, everyday activities like walking, climbing stairs, reaching for objects, and changing […]
Staying strong after 60 doesn’t require a giant workout plan. The real value comes from keeping the major movement patterns alive: squatting, pushing, pulling, bracing, and using your hips. When those patterns stay sharp, everyday tasks usually feel easier. Standing from a chair, carrying groceries, getting off the floor, walking up stairs, and holding good […]
Many adults 60 and older struggle with the dreaded accumulation of abdominal fat. There are several contributors, including a slower metabolism, shifting hormones, reduced exercise, and sarcopenia—the natural decline of muscle that occurs with age. This extra belly fat is also extremely unhealthy, as it can lead to type-2 diabetes and cardiovascular problems. So if […]
