Fitness Over 60

Don’t let a physical ailment or chronic condition keep you or a loved one you care for from getting health-boosting exercise! If you are unable to stand or walk for long periods of time…

Let me tell you something most women don’t hear enough after 60: You are not too old to get strong. You are not too far gone to feel powerful again. And no, it’s not downhill from here – unless you’re hiking. (In which case, great quad workout!) Here’s why I say that…

This is indeed a blog about wearing minimalist shoes. But I want to disclose up front that I do still wear pretty shoes with heels for fancy occasions. I admit that this is not an optimal strategy for my feet and my alignment. It is a bit like having an occasional cigarette…

How has your fitness routine changed in the last 14 months? The global pandemic has uprooted our usual habits and has us exercising more inside our homes. With so many online fitness options out there, it can be challenging to sort through…

As we age, prioritizing our health and well-being becomes increasingly vital. Fortunately, in today’s digital age, staying active and maintaining fitness goals has never been more accessible, thanks to the plethora of fitness apps available at our fingertips…

There is a ton of information out there concerning osteoporosis and bone density, but many of us aren’t exactly familiar with these terms. So, let’s start with some basic definitions…

We learned in my holiday neck stress article how the positioning of our arms in our shoulder girdle affects muscle use and overuse in our upper back, neck and shoulders…

If I had a dime for every time someone told me, “I’ve tried everything and still can’t lose weight/get fit/tone my arms!” I’d be writing this from my own private island in the middle of the South Pacific. Such is not the case…

I was walking by a storefront and noticed my reflection. My shoulders were rounded, and I wasn’t standing tall. When I think of good posture, I think of my second cousin, Nicole. She was a ballerina in The Phantom of the Opera and still practices ballet. When she stands…

What do you think of when you hear the word “fitness”? Running marathons and mountain climbing? Playing sports and lifting weights? Stretching and curling yourself into challenging positions in yoga class? Those activities are great…