Disclaimer: We Are Compensated For Any Service You May Purchase From This Blog A keto diet is well known for being a low carb diet, where the body produces ketones in the liver to be used as energy. It’s referred to...
Foam rollers are everywhere, so why not use them for everything? While they are typically considered a warm-up and/or recovery tool, you might be surprised to learn that they can be used to create a challenging workout as well. What’s That For? Part...
“The years sure have been kind to you!” I heard from an old friend from my high school days when I encountered him recently. “Nah, lifestyle has.” I replied. This exchange got me thinking: Is the passage of time “kinder” to...
Working with older adult clients can be hugely rewarding, particularly because regular physical activity can play a crucial role in helping them maintain their independence and ability to perform activities of daily living. However, there are special considerations to keep in...
The process of aging varies widely from person to person, but we all naturally lose some of the functionality we had in youth. One of these areas of decline is in muscle size and strength, which accelerates with physical inactivity. Fortunately,...
Muscle strength is an important factor for aging well, but it might not be quite as important as you think. Muscle power—the ability to generate force quickly (force x speed)—may actually claim the top spot. Research studies that have compared the...
More than 90 million adults in the U.S. (28% of the population) are over the age of 55 and, unlike many stereotypes would have you believe, they are a diverse population. When it comes to why they exercise, however, many do...
Small groups provide a great format for training older clients of all ages and ability levels, as it creates an environment of social interaction, motivation and fun, which is critical to engaging and retaining this population. Circuit training is an effective...
As health and fitness professionals, we are not immune to harboring senior stereotypes, but doing so may seriously hurt our businesses as the older population gravitates toward fitness studios, gyms and programs that understand them, accept them and help them see...
Creating a sense of community is key when connecting to active agers in group fitness classes. These participants want to be challenged while having a great time in class. As an instructor, balancing those two can be a challenge. Whether you...
