Exercise tools
LET’S GET STARTED Those of us who have worked out for many years before becoming seniors will be able to move seamlessly into our senior fitness exercises. We may need to reduce the amount of resistance or otherwise adapt to… Continue Reading
IT WORKS FOR ME At this point in my workout career, I have come to prefer doing quick exercise routines at home before breakfast. Gym workouts were very productive in the past – and I still recommend them – but… Continue Reading
I USE THESE PRODUCTS I often speak of workout products that I have used or have seen being used. But my most credible reviews are based on items that I own and use daily or several times each week. Bullworker… Continue Reading
ACCESSORIES? Yes, barbells, dumbbells and treadmills are well known workout implements. The goal of this post is to point out other items that may present different challenges or may increase the enjoyment of our workouts. I am conflating enjoyment with… Continue Reading
I CAN SPEAK TO THIS ISSUE I am not a young or middle-aged fitness advocate, preparing for life as a senior. I am already there! It’s not a curse, it’s even comfortable at times, especially upon reflection that not everyone… Continue Reading
BY WAY OF EXPLANATION…. My workout experience includes several decades of gym training – college weight rooms, YMCAs, bodybuilding gyms, Nautilus clubs and my garage gym with barbells, a bench and squat rack. My goals were to develop a balanced… Continue Reading
DID I UNDERESTIMATE LEG ELEVATION? I have had an inversion table for a couple of decades and have become quite aware of the healing benefits of suspending myself upside down. I loved zero gravity! But I was not really aware… Continue Reading
WHY NOT? In a recent article, I mentioned that supermodel and fitness advocate Heidi Klum was a big fan of trampoline exercising. She even has a trampoline in her back yard, for use by her children and herself. Here is… Continue Reading
SOME BACKGROUND My experience has been to work out at gyms (YMCAs, college workout rooms, Nautilus clubs, fitness spas and garage set-ups) and for the last 20 years, at home. Each place has unique values. Gyms are generally well-equipped and… Continue Reading
WORK OUT WHEN TRAVELING One who is serious about working out to stay in shape will not take a pass when on the road. Personally, I have taken equipment with me when: Going to the beach or mountains Traveling for… Continue Reading