50+ Fitness for Women

03/04/2021

This certainly is an added incentive to exercise!

Regular exercise gives better immunity. But does it also help make vaccines more effective? Lounge finds out

19/01/2021

Many of us love outdoor walking but some of us now are facing icy conditions and are concerned about slipping and falling.

Margaret Martin is a trusted physio therapist and recommends Icebug Boots to prevent slips and falls. If you are interested you can go online to find them. Keep moving ladies !

Physical Therapist Margaret Martin reviews the Icebug Boots with BUGrip for winter wear and fall prevention. She reviews icebug womens boots.

06/11/2020

I really liked this article especially in Covid times ...no high tech equipment, no gym required to get fit!

Save some money and avoid decision fatigue by forgoing these typical New Year purchases.

12/10/2020

This is so unfortunate as the Spin Studio was following all the safety protocols including removing bikes and leaving 6 ft between remaining ones.

I used to go to spin classes pre-covid, but I remember the heavy breathing and sweat in an enclosed space. I've since purchased an bike for my basement as I didn't feel safe returning to the gym.

I encourage you all to keep exercising as safely as possible.

Outbreak at James Street North gym declared Monday.

07/10/2020

Exercise helps your mind and body in so many ways ... interesting read on how it can build a stronger immune system. I'm sure we all would like to have this especially in covid times. Stay safe and well!

Your body starts hunting for invaders the moment you start exercising.

28/08/2020

Like many of you, I decided not to head back to the gym and have been working out outdoors.I'm fortunate to have a beautiful forest nearby with stairs to climb.

If you want a shorter interval workout, combine cardio and resistance training, ( and NO knee issues ), stair climbing might be for you. It's important to land on your heels to engage your glutes and to take pressure off your knees.

You can always use your house stairs, but definitely not the same!

10/08/2020

Want to LOSE WEIGHT and TONE ?
Strength training = more lean muscle = increased metabolism = burn more calories daily ! And, by adding lean muscle and losing fat you will be toned and those skinny jeans will be looking good!
Read on to understand how to add to your workout routine ..

When you think about the best type of workouts for weight loss, your mind might not immediately jump to strength training, but it should. While it’s definitely true that cardio workouts get your heart working harder and as a result, help your body burn calories, strength training is what’s reall...

02/08/2020

Are any of you back to a gym where they require you to wear face masks? I can't vouch for any of these, and honestly know it is challenging to exercise with a mask, but this maybe of some help if you are looking. Thanks for sharing Pat!

Personally, I'm sticking to outside hikes, hills for now and am fortunate to have a gym set up in my basement for weight training. We will look at purchasing a treadmill for the winter. Weight bearing exercise like walking is important for your bones too as we lose bone density as we get older especially after menopause.

The key to finding the best face mask for working out is all about breathability, so we spoke to an expert about what to look for.

17/06/2020

Hello Ladies!
It's been a very long time since posting, actually prior to this deadly virus taking charge of our lives. I hope all of you and your families are keeping safe and healthy!

Our gyms closed and we were told to stay at home. However, now that the warmer weather is here, I hope you are venturing out and going for nice, long walks!
The research in this article suggests that not only does walking "slow the aging process" but it can even "reverse it ".
So lets all GET WALKING !!!

Why some scientists call walking the new “superfood” capable of reversing aging and boosting health Spanish explorer Ponce de León spent years sailing around the world looking for the Fountain of Youth. But according to the latest research, he might have found it if he had searched on foot. Whi...

16/01/2020

When you don’t really want to exercise ....read this!

Forget laughter — exercise is far and away the best medicine.

07/01/2020

Exercising is a top New Years Resolution!
While it has so many benefits, "we have a tendency to over-estimate what we burn and underestimate what we consume". Sound familiar?
Interesting read by Dr. Jennifer K*k, associate professor at York University’s Faculty of Health.

Most people burn way fewer calories than we think we do, even with a rigorous workout.

22/12/2019

I find many of my clients aren't getting enough protein and are not aware how important it is for reducing the muscle and bone loss that comes with aging ! .

How much PROTEIN daily ? Check out this article which recommends the number of grams daily based n your age, weight and activity level!

Wishing you all Happy and Safe Holiday Season!
No doubt we will be getting enough CARBS over the next few days, but hope you will consider PROTEIN too!!

Protein plays an integral role in your health. The body needs it to build bone, muscle, cartilage, enzymes, organs, hormones and skin tissue. Its importance is well understood, including how the need for protein changes with age. Available scientific data notes that inadequate protein intake, especi...