Does Weight Training Burn Fat?
Does Weight Training Burn Fat? As you are all training hard, eating healthy, getting stronger, fitter, and healthier, I’ve decided to bring up an age-old debate on whether or not weight/strength training is good for fat loss. In other words, does weight training burn fat? And the answer is a definitive YES!!! So there you […]
The number one way to make exercise easier and more enjoyable
Habit! When exercise becomes a habit, it becomes part of your daily life and when you don’t do it, you feel kind of guilty. Do you enjoy mundane tasks like brushing your teeth, or washing your car? I’d say your answer is no, but how do you feel when you’ve completed those chores? A clean […]
Strength Training for Over 50s
Strength Training for Over 50s What Is Strength Training? Strength aka Resistance training, is any exercise that applies tension to muscles through the use of free weights, machine weights, resistance bands, or body weight – to induce muscular contraction. Strength or resistance training leads to increased strength, muscular endurance, bone density and promotes positive impacts on […]
Mental Health and Exercise
Mental Health and Exercise Mindful Exercise Exercise doesn’t just improve your physical appearance, but it has a profound impact on your mental state. Exercise can improve our overall mood, energy levels, memory, and sleep. More recent research shows the proven natural benefits it can have in low-moderate levels of depression, anxiety, and ADHD. What happens […]
A Good News Story On Osteoporosis Prevention
A 55Plus Success Story! I am proud to share with you an email I recently received from an excited 55 Plus subscriber. This lady (let’s call her Jill) is 67 years of age and has been diligently following the 55 Plus exercise videos since we launched in 2018. Prior to this Jill had a below-average […]
The Number 1 Way to Make Exercise Easier and More Enjoyable
The Number 1 Way to Make Exercise Easier and More Enjoyable Habit When exercise becomes a HABIT, it becomes part of your daily life. When you don’t do it, you feel kind of guilty. In other words, if you make exercise easier and more enjoyable, you will want to do it more. But, you might […]
8 Important Benefits of Exercise…
Reduces Stress: Got a lot going on in your life, and feeling a little stressed about it all? Try taking a walk or heading to the gym for a quick workout. One of the most common mental benefits of exercise is stress relief. Working up a sweat will increase your endorphins, which can help manage […]
Effective Strategies to Boost Stamina for over 50s
EFFECTIVE STRATEGIES TO BOOST STAMINA FOR OVER 50s In this article we discuss effective strategies to boost stamina and endurance. Stamina is the physical or mental energy required to complete strenuous activities. Are you tired of lacking stamina or do you fear that you will lose it in your later years? Are you looking for […]
4 Must Know Things About Flexibility
Flexibility is the range of motion of a joint or a group of joints. It’s often associated with the mobility of muscle groups that allow for greater movement around the joints and is extremely important if we want to remain independent and enjoy a productive and active life. 1. Keeping your muscles flexible and limber […]
