Imparting what I have learned
ESTABLISHING PRIORITIES To state the obvious, we are different from others physiologically. Also, we become different versions of ourselves from time to time. For our workouts to be most effective, it is important that we assess our needs and pay… Continue Reading
PERSONAL ANECDOTE I recently found that I had become somewhat bored with my workout routine. At best, beginning every day with physical exertion had been challenging, but I had always been able to keep a positive mindset. My results had… Continue Reading
MY BACKGROUND I am 5’10″tall, weigh 180 and don’t want to go below 175. In the not too distant past (4 years ago), I weighed 225-230. Before then, I weighed 240 and upward, but often didn’t choose to weigh myself.… Continue Reading
DO I QUALIFY TO SPEAK ABOUT THIS? Yes, I am nearing my octogenarian years, after a lifetime of competitive sports and workouts. Adaptation for me has been a constant in recent years. Up to about a week ago, I was… Continue Reading
PLANNING CAREFULLY As a senior fitness advocate, let me state the obvious. Our workout capabilities and needs change as we age. For example, here is my situation: I am limited by very little cartilage left in my knees and an… Continue Reading
MY QUEST As a senior workout fanatic, I am confronted with physical stumbling blocks more often than not, or so it seems. Here are some of my current issues: Damaged knees Arthritic back Rotator cuff impairment This places limitations on… Continue Reading
A PERSONAL ANECDOTE My experience has shown me that I can only stick to a workout program if I closely monitor what I am doing on a daily basis. For me, this entails entering information so that I can track… Continue Reading
MY LONG AND ARDUOUS JOURNEY I have had a somewhat turbulent relationship with food for a good part of my life. With better eating control for several years now, I can look back with equal parts humor, shame and satisfaction.… Continue Reading
BEFORE CHECKING MY BLOOD PRESSURE AND PULSE Every morning, I start the day by making a record of my resting blood pressure and heart rate. I have found that taking a few deep breaths first has an impact on the… Continue Reading
SOME DIFFERENTIATIONS Assessing the status of our bodies can have different meanings to several categories of people, such as: Bodybuilders, either professionals or amateur contest entrants. They may work out for several hours per day and eat with extreme care.… Continue Reading