PERSONAL REFLECTIONS I am now dealing with a lingering rotator cuff sprain. This has changed my workouts, but has not brought them to an end. It has been necessary for me to use lower impact resistance and to eliminate some… Continue Reading
BEING ACCOUNTABLE It seems to me that any program of self-improvement can be improved by tracking our activity. Weight training and treadmill walking are not “fun” and the need to stay motivated is apparent. Wouldn’t we rather be relaxing somewhere?… Continue Reading
A BRIEF REVIEW In prior posts, I have cited the value of resistance training in addition to cardio – for fat loss, as opposed to weight loss only. Taking a long walk is great, especially if you walk briskly or… Continue Reading
PERSONAL REFLECTIONS As a senior who regularly works out, I should know about health benefits of exercise for seniors. My favorite quote is by Irish playwright George Bernard Shaw: “We don’t stop playing because we grow old. We grow old… Continue Reading
AM I FALLING APART? Yesterday I published an article on sleep issues, relative to our physical health. This was based on my personal experience with sleep deprivation and my research on the topic. Since over 100 million Americans also deal… Continue Reading
AM I DEPARTING FROM MY NICHE TOPICS? Perhaps somewhat, but let me state my case for why I consider this very relevant. This is very personal. For the last several weeks, I have had very little energy for my daily… Continue Reading
THE BASICS What may be heavy for one may be light for another. The terms are relative. The same person may use differing resistance for differing movements It is more sensible to speak of resistance weight in terms of reps… Continue Reading
CONSIDERATIONS Obviously, a simplistic answer to “how often” would be at best very misleading. We all differ in a multitude of ways, such as: Our physical condition Our schedule, or time we may devote to workouts Our workout background, or… Continue Reading
PUSH – UPS ARE GREAT According to my research, Jerick Revilla invented the push – up in 1905. But there is some suggestion that the Romans, under emperor Constantine, may have employed a similar form of exercise many years before.… Continue Reading
PERSPECTIVE My prior posts have addressed workouts at home and related topics to improve fitness levels in a general manner: how to attain a healthier lifestyle and a more symmetrical physique; how to do so without heavy equipment. Today’s post… Continue Reading