It’s the time of year when everyone wants to build new habits, and “getting in shape” is always one of the most popular New Year’s resolutions. We love it, of course, and welcome everyone who’s starting this month – and all our returning friends who are back for more strength, endurance, and agility. Over the years, many […]
It’s easy to think of aging as a steady decline. But fitness proves it doesn’t have to be that simple and dreadful. If you exercise regularly, you’re more likely to maintain physical abilities. Period. So think of it as a sliding scale – with physical dependence at one end and being an elite athlete on […]
With a new year coming up, a common resolution might be bubbling around in the back of your mind – to hire a personal trainer. We think that’s great. (Obviously!) This might be the perfect time to engage someone with the expertise and the caring to help you reach your goals. Give us a call […]
We love hearing your questions about fitness. Here are some we are asked most often. Food for thought! Question: Older people don’t need to lift weights, right?Answer: Wrong! Resistance training is ESSENTIAL for everyone as we age, for many reasons that are indisputable. Humans start to lose muscle mass regularly in their 30s, and if we don’t […]
When Pat moved to a new town in her 60s, she quickly visited the local animal shelter to volunteer. Pat always has been an animal lover, and she thought volunteering would be an excellent way to meet people and learn about the community. And she was right. She made new friends and found a purpose in serving the […]
The holidays bring a bonus benefit to working out regularly or shopping for someone who does: There are so many great gifts to consider, and at every price point, too! You can’t go wrong, from the classic and affordable to the trendy and expensive. Here are some of our favorites to get you thinking in the right […]
No matter where you are in your fitness journey, the holidays can throw you off track if you’re not careful. Just the parties alone are a problem for lots of us. The cocktails, the heavy appetizers, the irresistible desserts (that often end up being, you know, not even worth it). By now, you’ve navigated a […]
You don’t have to spend a fortune or time at the gym to feel, move, and look better at any age. Just practice these commonsense habits, commonly known today as “self-care.” You might read this list and say, “Well, of course!” But print it out and keep it handy until you’ve incorporated all these ideas […]
Here’s some information to help you plan a healthy holiday season. The Calorie Control Council says we can easily consume 4,500 at a big-day meal. Yikes! But if you’re trying to measure the pleasure against your hard-won exercise gains, here’s a handy guide to learn how much yumminess you’ve earned — or how hard you’ll […]
Martin Pazzani grew up skiing and was even a downhill racer in college. But by his mid-40s, he had drifted away from the sport and fitness in general, having devoted much more time to work. So, things didn’t go well the next time he tried to ski. “Skiing when you’re not fit sucks,” recalls Martin, now […]
