Actually, you were moving long before the day of your birth. Babies in utero kick, punch, get hiccups, suck their thumbs and move their heads. All these movements are vital to the development of bones and joints. Fetal breathing movements, which don’t actually move air in and out of the lungs, help the lungs grow and so the respiratory muscles develop a month or two before breathing air becomes a thing. Your Whole Body Health Depends on Movement, Not Exercise No matter how long you’ve been breathing air, movement has always been more important than exercise. Biomechanist Katy Bowman says you don’t need to exercise, you just need to move. Here’s why: Draw a circle and imagine it filled with all the ways your body moves every day – your heart beating, eyes blinking, breathing (more on this later). If…
Is It Better To Go on Multiple Short Walks or One Long One? Two Cardiologists Weigh In
Whether you prefer the “hot girl” variety, a morning stroll for your mental health, strutting on a treadmill, or powering through a few minutes on your lunch break, by now you are probably well aware of the many benefits of walking: It’s good for your heart and lungs, brain, mood, and longevity, among other things. But although it’s very clear why you should walk, there’s still a big question regarding the best way to go about it: Are short or long walks better for you? For example, how does getting up from your desk every hour to take a quick stroll around the block compare to carving out one chunk of time at the beginning or end of your day to walk a few miles? In general, all walking is good for you, so there’s really no right or wrong answer.…
‘I’m a 68-Year-Old Trainer, and Have Stronger Arms Today Than I Did in My 30s Thanks to These 3 Moves’
The inspo of Michelle Obama’s swole arms has stuck around long past the Obama presidency, and for good reason. A strong upper body is linked to longevity, and assists with essential functions as we age like maintaining balance. Not to mention that toned shoulders, biceps, and triceps look dang impressive on anyone. Liz Hilliard, a 68-year-old trainer and the owner and creator of Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, focuses on arm strength for both herself and her clients. And she says that, personally, her arms are stronger today than they were in her 30s, since she added arm resistance training to her workout routine three times per week. “We begin losing muscle mass beginning around the age of 30,” Hilliard says. “While traditional workouts such as cardio and stretching are important, nothing beats resistance training for keeping our bones strong and…
I’m a Personal Trainer, and These Are My 5 Best Tips for Fitting in a Workout When Your Schedule Is Chaotic
Tis the season to be booked and busy. Between getting ready for the holidays, meeting the end-of-the-year deadlines at work, trying to attend all the events, and everything in between, our schedules are filled to the brim. As a personal trainer, one of the things I see take a back seat is people’s fitness routines. It can feel nearly impossible to find ways to exercise on a busy schedule. We know that working out is important for both our mental and physical health. Yet when our appointment books start to look like a great American novel, exercise typically doesn’t rank that high on our list of priorities. But I’ll tell you something: You don’t actually have to dedicate that much time in your day to get the benefits of exercise. The key is simply to slip in more movement whenever…
How to Look 10 Years Younger: Tips for Healthy Aging
Looking young and feeling great is possible at any age! All you need are some simple tips for healthy aging that will keep you looking and feeling your best. In this blog post, we will discuss how to take care of your skin, eat a healthy diet, and get enough exercise. We’ll also talk about the importance of using sunscreen every day, no matter what the weather is like. Follow these tips and you’ll be looking and feeling younger in no time! One of the most important things you can do for your skin is to moisturize regularly. This will help to keep your skin looking hydrated and plump. Make sure to use a quality moisturizer that suits your skin type. In addition to moisturizing, you should also be sure to protect your skin from the sun by wearing sunscreen…
How to Look and Sound Younger: Tips from Actors Who’ve Aged Well
We all want to look and feel young as long as possible. While some actors seem to age well, others start to look their age – or even older – as they get older. So what’s the secret to looking younger? It turns out that there are a few key things you can do: take care of your skin, stay up-to-date on fashion trends, and keep up with the latest lingo. In this blog post, we’ll discuss how actors manage to look young – and how you can too! It’s no secret that taking care of your skin can help you look younger.
7 Simple Ways to Keep Your Face and Body Look 10 Years Younger
Sleep at nightWe know we should sleep eight hours a day, but what about sleeping at night? Studies have shown that people who sleep less than five hours per night tend to get older faster. Sleeping at night helps to keep our body clock regulated. When we don’t sleep enough, we’re not able to regulate our circadian rhythm properly and our hormones become out of balance. Not getting enough sleep also affects our immune system and makes us prone to conditions like obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. So make sure you get some shuteye! Eat breakfastWhen we skip breakfast, we feel sluggish throughout the entire day. Eating a nutritious breakfast keeps blood sugar levels stable and prevents cravings later in the day. A good breakfast includes whole grains, protein, and healthy fats like nuts and avocado. Drink waterDrinking plenty of…
Top 7 Ways to Keep Yourself Look Younger
Eat rightEating right is one of the best ways to stay young looking. Eating foods high in protein and low in fat helps you maintain your skin’s elasticity. Foods rich in vitamin A and C help improve collagen production, while zinc promotes elastin formation. Vitamin E supports cell membrane integrity and prevents free radical damage. Get plenty of sleepSleep is essential to maintaining youthful skin. Sleep deprivation causes your body to produce less collagen and elastin. Not getting enough sleep also increases levels of cortisol, a hormone that breaks down connective tissue and accelerates aging. Exercise regularlyExercise not only keeps you fit, but it also helps reduce fatigue and stress hormones that break down collagen and elastin and cause premature wrinkles. Try walking at least 30 minutes, three times per week. Have regular facialsFacials remove dead cells, unclog pores, and…
7 Best Routine Exercises to Keep you in Shape and Young Forever
YogaYoga is a great way to improve muscle tone, flexibility, balance, and posture. It helps maintain a healthy weight, reduces stress, relieves pain, and increases vitality. There are many yoga poses that can help strengthen muscles, increase flexibility, and reduce tension. These exercises can be done at any time of day or night and can even be practiced while watching TV or listening to music. Tai ChiTai chi is a traditional Chinese martial art that combines gentle stretching movements with deep breathing techniques. It focuses on slow, controlled movement that emphasizes relaxation and meditation, rather than power or aggression. Tai chi teaches its practitioners how to relax their minds and bodies, freeing them from anxiety and stress. PilatesPilates is a modern exercise system developed in the early 20th century by Joseph H. Pilates. He created his own unique method of…