When you’re on vacation, the last thing you probably want to think about is hitting the gym. But keeping up your exercise routine doesn’t have to be a hassle, especially if you are living with a disability or medical condition. There are simple ways to get a good workout in without leaving your hotel room and without the use of equipment. Split Second Foundation, a … [Read more...]
How to Get Your Steps in Without Trying Hard for Women Over 50
We have all heard that taking 10,000 steps daily is important for our health. It’s true that the more you move, the longer you can move. That’s become a motto for me. However, 10,000 steps may be more suited to people under 50. That’s not to say you shouldn't make that your goal. Many seniors do that many and more. Even a minimal number of steps can make a difference in … [Read more...]
Bounce Your Way to Fun and Fitness with Jumpsport Trampolines
I interviewed Steve Carver, the business and product developer for Jumpsport, a company that sells trampolines for fitness. We discussed why older women, or anyone in the over-50 demographic will benefit from using a trampoline as a fitness tool. Watch our interview on YouTube Steve is 60 years young and says that he doesn’t believe that biological age determines … [Read more...]
Did You Know Silver Sneakers Fitness is Free for Medicare Members?
I’ve been on Medicare for several years now but hadn’t signed up for the Silver Sneakers Fitness Program until just recently. The main reason was the COVID pandemic. Most gyms were closed or it didn’t feel right being in a room with a bunch of sweaty people. The other reason was, I didn’t want to feel old taking a senior fitness class. Silver Sneakers is available both in … [Read more...]
How Older Women Can Have Fun with Exercise
Have you ever taken an exercise class and felt like you were being tortured? Do deep knee lunges and lifting heavy weights make you want to scream? We all know moving our bodies is essential to our well-being but there is no reason it needs to be excruciating. It’s much more fun when you can enjoy what you are doing. It’s time to forget about “feeling the burn” because as … [Read more...]