………and why regular exercise is so good in the fight against anti-ageing! Are you 60 years of age or more? I am. If you are in this category then you should know that moderate physical exercise, at least 30 minutes a day, is going to be your saviour. And by the way, you don’t have to be over sixty to heed this bit of advice. In fact, the earlier you start exercising on a … [Read more...] about Which Exercises are Best for Baby Boomers…..
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Why You Need to Warm-Up Before a Workout or any Exercise Program
The question of how to warm up effectively so you can get the most out of your workout without injury is something that confuses a lot of people. Static and dynamic stretching are both important parts of any good warm-up routine, but do you understand why we do them, and how to structure a warm-up so that you are ready to exercise, and so that the warm-up helps to protect … [Read more...] about Why You Need to Warm-Up Before a Workout or any Exercise Program
7 Benefits of Regular Physical Exercise
In hustle and bustle of today's "quick fix" society, there is no magic button or pill you can push or take to instantly achieve perfect health and physical fitness. But the one thing that does come close to being magical due to its immediate and long-lasting effects, and which is available to everyone regardless of age, is regular physical activity and exercise. So … [Read more...] about 7 Benefits of Regular Physical Exercise
How Do You Define Fitness?
Someone asked me the other day, “What is the Definition of Fitness?” Interesting question I thought especially if you want to make the most of the short time we all have on this earth so why not have a look and see what my trusty dictionary has to say. The Oxford Dictionary states that fitness is “the condition of being physically fit and healthy”: disease and lack of … [Read more...] about How Do You Define Fitness?
Why Age and Physical Fitness are taking on a Whole New Meaning in Modern Society
Today, age and ageing has a whole new meaning...... ......we all want to look better, live longer and enjoy life to the fullest; right up to our last day. But there once was a time when conventional wisdom dictated that sport was the preserve of the young, and that older people would never be able to build muscle, get stronger, improve their flexibility or participate in … [Read more...] about Why Age and Physical Fitness are taking on a Whole New Meaning in Modern Society
3 best anti-aging exercises for all age groups
There's certainly no big secret here. The fact is - we all have to exercise on a regular basis. It's unfortunate but as we age, just about every aspect of our body can break down. With the likes of dropping hormone levels, we eventually experience deterioration in our muscles and bones. You wouldn't think it's even possible, but this includes our skin as well. It's … [Read more...] about 3 best anti-aging exercises for all age groups
5 Simple Ways to Get a Serious Six-Pack
Whether you are twenty-six or sixty-six many people consider six pack abs to be one of the hallmarks of fitness. Well I can tell you from bitter experience, at sixty-seven it is a big ask – but I am slowly getting there! However, it is still the main goal many people have in mind when they begin their fitness journey. And well done to those people for having such a … [Read more...] about 5 Simple Ways to Get a Serious Six-Pack
Super Smooth Healthy Hummus – A Middle Eastern Taste Sensation.
Hummus, the great Middle Eastern dip or accompaniment, has been near the top of the list of healthy eaters almost forever and I can understand why. Because, apart from being a high protein healthy food, it is so yummy. I suspect almost everyone out there can make a pretty mean bowl of hummus when needed, but this version is really smooth in texture and tastes just great so … [Read more...] about Super Smooth Healthy Hummus – A Middle Eastern Taste Sensation.
How to Defy Old Age: 4 Simple Ways to Slow Down the Ageing Process – Part 2
Staying Hydrated is More Important than Most People Think - Continued from Part 1 Even though hydration comes from within the body, you also need to add moisture to your skin externally to keep it looking young. And since everyone is busy, busy, busy these days you have to make sure you take the time to maintain an effective skincare routine as you age (that goes for the … [Read more...] about How to Defy Old Age: 4 Simple Ways to Slow Down the Ageing Process – Part 2
How to Defy Old Age: 4 Simple Ways to Slow Down the Ageing Process – Part 1
Something we all have to come to grips with as we age is the appearance of the odd wrinkle here and there and the first signs of sun damage to our once blemish free skin. I know, it’s not fair, is it? But don’t be alarmed. It is quite normal to notice the first signs of aging appear as the years march on. One of the most noticeable changes is the appearance of your skin. … [Read more...] about How to Defy Old Age: 4 Simple Ways to Slow Down the Ageing Process – Part 1