While most of my blogs are about the benefits of exercise and healthy eating. Here is a very informative article by Mark Stibich, PhD , published by verywellmind.com about the benefits that positive thinking has on aging. I know that a positive attitude has benefited me tremendously throughout my life. There are many benefits of positive thinking, […]
Read MoreNovember 7th 2021 I competed in my first International Powerlifting competition. I was fortunate enough to set a New World Record with a 529 lb deadlift at the age of 62. I say this not to brag but to show you that you can be strong and fit at any age. I’m an American Council […]
Read MoreA while back, I spoke to a group of people at an Active Adult Community about the mental and physical requirements of staying healthy, fit, and firm over the age of 50. I explained that they had to incorporate the following three things into their lives to do so: a positive mental attitude, a fitness […]
Read MoreI believe strength training is the best thing you can do to improve your health and fitness level as you age. Strength training is so important because around age 40 you start to experience muscle loss. “If you don’t do anything to replace the lean muscle you lose, you’ll increase the percentage of fat in […]
Read MoreGetting enough protein in your diet is crucial for building and maintaining muscle mass especially as you age. Losing muscle mass is very detrimental to your health. Age-related muscle loss known as sacopenia can begin in your thirties and accelerate with age if left unabated. Sacopenia can lead to muscle weakness, fatigue, insulin resistance, body […]
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