August is National Wellness Month—which makes it a great time to check in with yourself. But we’re not talking about the scale, a stopwatch, or a list of things you “should” be doing. Instead, ask yourself a few simple questions. Give yourself one point for every “yes.” □ I strength train at least twice a […]
You’ve probably heard how important it is to have a strong core. But if you think that means spending countless minutes doing sit-ups and crunches, think again. Your core is much more than just your abdominal muscles. It includes your hips, glutes, lower back, and abdominal muscles—all working together to help you move with strength, […]
For years, many women were told to simply endure menopause, hot flashes, sleepless nights, weight gain, and all. “You just need to tough it out” was even listed by The New York Times as one of the persistent myths surrounding menopause. Today, doctors, researchers, and fitness professionals are talking more openly about what menopause does […]
Summer has a way of pulling us outside before we’ve even planned for it—longer evenings, warmer air, and suddenly we’re gardening at noon, playing pickleball, or walking farther than expected. That’s part of what makes summer so enjoyable… but it’s also why it’s important to be prepared. Heat can build quickly, dehydration can sneak up […]
Millions of older Americans could soon pay less for popular GLP-1 weight-loss medications. Last week, Medicare launched a pilot program that allows eligible people in certain Medicare plans to access medications such as Wegovy® and Zepbound® for about $50 a month. Until now, Medicare generally covered these medications only for specific medical conditions, such as […]
When lower back discomfort shows up, it’s natural to assume the issue is coming from your back. Sometimes it is… but often, the real source may actually be coming from the front of the hips. Your hip flexors are the muscles that help you lift your knees and bend at the waist. And for many […]
After 50, resistance training becomes one of the most powerful tools for maintaining strength, mobility, and independence. Here are 7 reasons why it should be part of your routine: 1️⃣ Helps slow age-related muscle loss and supports maintaining the strength needed for everyday activities, travel, hobbies, and keeping up with family. 2️⃣ Supports a healthy […]
Too many people think fitness requires endless hours in the gym or extreme overhauls just to see real benefits. At YPB Training Studio, we see this all the time. “I can’t do all that,” they think — so they just end up doing nothing. But the truth is, real results come from simple consistency: a […]
Getting more movement into your day doesn’t have to mean spending hours in the gym. In fact, short bouts of movement throughout the day can help you build momentum, improve strength, and support the goal of staying active and independent as you age. That’s why we wanted to share this quick workout from Rosa Coletto, […]
As we move into summer, it’s easy to think fitness is all about the “mirror muscles” — arms, abs, and chest. But at YPB Training Studio, we focus on what truly supports long-term strength, mobility, and independence: the muscles you don’t see. Your back, hips, and posterior chain play a major role in how you […]
