Senior Fitness With Meredith

Walking as an exercise is a great way to stay active and healthy. Regular walks help maintain body strength and stability and also helps keep your cardiovascular system healthy as well. Recently, there has been a study on a new type of approach to walking called “Interval Walking Training” (IWT) which has shown to further push the limits and benefits of walking in interval fashion.

In This Episode You Will Learn:

1). How a recent email from one of our subscribers turned us on to Interval Walking Training and why it sparked our curiosity to learn more.

2). What exactly is “Interval Walking Training” and what do you need to know to get started.

3). How IWT can contribute to regular muscle endurance and also help lower blood pressure rates.

4). How IWT contributes to big improvements in sleep.

5). Meredith’s suggestions on how to incorporate IWT into your regular exercise schedule safely and effectively.

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We hope the tips and information in the episode helps you or someone you know who may be looking to get more out of their regular walks. Interval Walking Training has shown to help improve body health performance in all ages along with being a safe and effective exercise. Please refer to this video here which is mentioned in this episode to learn more.

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“It is never too late to be what you might have been.” – George Eliot

This quote reminds us to keep fighting for what we have always wanted from life…we can be whatever we want to be, no matter what!

Meredith

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Getting motivated to come back to exercise after a recent injury or illness can be challenging especially as we age. Going from nursing an injury or illness which, mostly means our level of activity is very low to regular weekly exercise isn’t always as easy as it seems. There are many factors that can affect us which aren’t necessarily physical. Mental and emotional aspects can play a big role in making this transition difficult as well.

Luckily there are things you can do to help make that transition smoother and more manageable.

In This Episode You Will Learn:

1). Why we decided to dedicate a whole episode to this topic and why it is more common than we think especially amongst older adults.

2). Some of Meredith’s personal experiences in working with clients of all ages and their struggles with returning to exercise.

3). Why starting small and slow at first is a smart way to begin when returning to exercise so as to not get overwhelmed or discouraged.

4). How having the support of family or friends can help make a big difference when transitioning back to a regular active schedule.

5). Why “coming back” to exercise after time away represents the values in getting back up after a loss and how this affects you positively in all the things challenge you in life.

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We hope the tips we’ve shared in this episode help you or someone you know who may be struggling with returning to exercise. It isn’t always an easy journey to do so no matter how active you may have been in the past. Taking the steps and suggestions mentioned here can definitely help get you back on track and down the road to a longer healthier life.

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“Don’t let the fear of aging limit your dreams.” – Oprah Winfrey

This quote reminds us that age should never stop us from dreaming and pursuing those dreams!

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Our mood is an important aspect of our daily lives and can directly contribute to our levels of engagement, awareness, activity and much more throughout the day. If you often don’t feel like doing certain things or don’t feel “in the mood”, this can directly affect not only your life but also the lives of others around you.

Luckily, regular exercise can help offset our mood swings and help make us feel more balanced when it comes to getting through life’s daily challenges.

In This Episode You Will Learn:

1). Some of Meredith’s personal experiences in working with clients of all ages and the effects she has observed on mood and the willingness to stay active and healthy because of the positive effects of exercise.

2). What happens to your body when you encounter regular stress and don’t exercise to help curb the effects of stress on our bodies and minds.

3). How regular exercise helps with feelings of loneliness.

4). How regular exercise makes you feel better mentally and physically and how it can help lead to more self confidence, clarity and motivation.

5). Meredith’s recommendation on how often you should exercise during the week and what kind of exercises should you include in your workouts to keep your mood and mentality at healthy levels.

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We hope the tips we’ve shared in this episode help you embrace the benefits of regular exercise which include helping improve your mood and overall happiness. Regular exercise has many benefits more than just the physical. Being mentally healthy is just as important and staying active will help keep you body and mind sharp and engaged for years to come.

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“The only way to make your dreams come true is to wake up and do something about them.” – Steve Jobs

This quote reminds us that if we have dreams and hopes, we have to wake up each day and work for them!

Meredith

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The technology market has exploded in the past couple of years with mobile phones, computers, cars etc. The fitness industry has also bought in on this trend and has gone all in on new technologies that can help you with your active lifestyle. From fitness bands, watches to treadmills and home fitness gyms. Even our very own YouTube channel is considered part of this technology growth!

With so much to offer these days it can be a little overwhelming.

In This Episode You Will Learn:

1). How the technology market for fitness products has expanded over the recent years and how this has changed the landscape in adding many different ways to track your health progress.

2). Some of Meredith’s personal experiences with using different technologies like FitBit etc.

3). How newer fitness devices have put more focus on ease of use and have made them much easier to understand for people of all ages.

4). An overview of some of the newer “in-home” gym and workout technologies that have come to the market recently and their pros and cons.

5). Meredith’s thoughts on the online fitness video market like YouTube and how she feels about this area of growth for seniors. Plus her personal though on Senior Fitness With Meredith

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We hope the tips and information we share in this episode helps you navigate this new and growing industry. Especially if you are curious about how it can help you or if you are looking for different ways to enhance your active lifestyle. Not all technology that claims it can help you is equal, but knowing what works for you and how to go about finding out can be a big fitness motivator and help you for years to come.

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“It’s never too late — never too late to start over, never too late to be happy.” – Jane Fonda

This quote reminds us that no matter our age or where we are, we can do what we wish and hope for, and always be happy!

Meredith

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Choosing the right weight size when exercising is an important aspect when performing resistance training. Making sure you choose a weight size that is comfortable for the exercise you are doing can make the difference between possibly risking injury and building strength safely.

In This Episode You Will Learn:

1). Meredith’s overall philosophy on weight training and the benefits of regular resistance training exercises.

2). Some of Meredith’s personal experiences in training clients over the years and how they responded to different weights and resistance bands sizes.

3). How weight sizes should be chosen based on your skill level and the type of exercises that you are performing.

4). Meredith’s thought’s on putting together the perfect “starter pack” for resistance and weight training and what would be included.

5). Meredith’s personal opinion on sharing her weight sizes and why it’s more important to focus on what’s best for YOU and how to find that perfect balance.

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We hope the tips in this episode are helpful to you if you are struggling with deciding on what weight sizes to use during exercise. Making sure the sizes you choose are comfortable and safe is key to building strength properly and safely, regardless of what anyone else may be using.

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“Remember, remember, this is now, and now, and now. Live it, feel it, cling to it. I want to become acutely aware of all I’ve taken for granted.”-Sylvia Plath

This quote reminds us to live now, because it is now and all we have…do not take it for granted!

Meredith

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