Single Leg Exercises for Posture and Balance
Are you looking to improve your balance and stability? Look no further than the practice of single leg balance. In this blog post, we will explore the importance of practicing single leg balance and the health benefits it can provide. Join fitness instructor Cam Prendergast as he guides you through a video fitness class focused on improving your posture and balance.
A Guide to Incorporating Exercise into Your Daily Life
As a trainer and health coach, I’ve witnessed firsthand the transformative power of regular exercise. It’s a key player in maintaining a healthy lifestyle, helping to keep your weight in check and warding off a host of diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes, and even cancer. Beyond physical health, incorporating exercise into daily life is […]
How to Start Your Day with a Healthy Morning Routine
As a trainer and health educator, I’ve witnessed the transformative power of a well-structured morning routine for active adults. In this article, I’ll highlight the research-based benefits of developing a healthy morning routine. The focus here isn’t on dramatic changes to your daily routine. Instead, I’ll concentrate on minor, manageable adjustments that can significantly impact […]
The Best Exercise Warmup for Seniors
Staying active is vital at any age, but as we get older, how we prepare for physical activity becomes increasingly important. An exercise warmup for seniors can make a huge difference in staying strong, healthy, and injury-free. Warm-ups serve not only to elevate the core body temperature but also to prepare the heart, muscles, and […]
Benefits of Qigong for Seniors
Are you curious about Qigong? Perhaps you’ve heard that it can improve balance and help to prevent falls, as well as provide a host of other health benefits. This article will explore the basics of qigong, how it can improve your health and well-being, and how you can get started with a qigong practice at […]
Is Housework Exercise?
With rates of preventable disease continuing to climb, exercising for a healthy body has never been more important. Fortunately, you don’t have to have a gym membership to burn calories. You don’t need an exercise physiologist to tell you that breaking a sweat is an indicator that your body is working hard. Some household chores […]
The 7 Worst Habits For Your Brain Health– and What You Can Do About Them
Why Protect Your Brain? As degenerative brain disorders like dementia and Alzheimer’s disease continue to rise, taking steps to nourish your brain could not be more important to prevent cognitive decline. Many of the worst habits for your brain can make taking care of your most important asset harder than you might think. In this […]
Exercise for Overweight Seniors
As health risks increase with age, adopting a regular fitness routine becomes more important than ever. For seniors, prioritizing weight loss can be life-changing. So what type of workout routine is best for seniors trying to lose weight? In this article, we’ll explore why losing weight is vital for living a healthy life, and how […]
What Is The Difference Between Soreness and Pain?
“Is this pain, or am I just sore?” This is a question that everyone confronts at some point in their life. But what is the real difference between these sensations? Isn’t soreness just a type of pain? In this article, we’ll explore the difference between soreness and pain to shed some light on what you […]
What to Expect at Physical Therapy
While your first physical therapy appointment may seem a little intimidating, it doesn’t need to be! A physical therapist can help you with rebuilding strength and flexibility by retraining your body after injury or illness. They are your ally in addressing problems early before they progress to worse pain or dysfunction. In this article, we’ll […]
Knee Exercise for Seniors
Knee injuries can happen at any age, but they can be particularly harmful to seniors. Simple knee exercises can help to prevent joint pain, and improve balance, to better your day-to-day life. Common Causes of Knee Pain Among Seniors Knee pain is common and can result from sprains, tears, or tendinitis. It may also stem […]
