If you’ve never worked with a personal trainer before, you might have a lot of questions. What happens when I contact a trainer? Do I need to already be in shape? Will my trainer make me do exercises I can’t do? What if I have an old injury? What actually happens during the first session?…
If you’ve been feeling weaker as you’ve gotten older, I promise you’re not alone. You may be asking yourself “What should I actually be doing to get stronger?” The good news is you don’t need complicated or intense workouts. You just need to focus on the right movements and stay consistent with them. Why Exercise…
At some point you may have caught yourself thinking- “Why do I feel weaker than I used to?” I hear this all the time from people I work with, especially those in their 50s, 60s, and above. Maybe getting up from the chair takes more effort. Carrying groceries feels heavier than it used to. Or…
You may think, “my balance is getting worse as I’m getting older.” Maybe you catch yourself losing your footing. Or difficulty walking up or down the stairs without using the railing. You may avoid certain activities because you’re scared of losing your balance. You may think losing your balance is a natural process of aging….
As we get older, staying active becomes more important- but also more confusing. Many people in their 50s, 60s, and older aren’t sure how to approach exercise safely and effectively. Strength training is one of the most beneficial things you can do, but it needs to be approached the right way. Why strength matters as…