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Studies Confirm This Kind of Exercise Supports Cognitive Health As We Age

While we spend a lot of time focusing on the benefits of resistance training for seniors, that’s not to say that cardio doesn’t have its place. In fact, a study out of Floria Atlantic University has established the positive effects of aerobic fitness on brain function and health in those at risk of Alzheimer’s. That’s […]

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The Enormous Benefit of 10 Minutes of Daily Exercise

If starting a fitness program sounds too hard, too expensive, or too much for your lifestyle, budget, or schedule, you may want to re-think things. A new study shows that just 10 minutes of daily exercise could be truly life-saving, with estimates of over 110,000 US deaths that can be prevented if adults over age […]

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How Much Exercise Do We Need for a Longer Life?

Most of the people we see here at Framework Personal Training in Reno are interested in improving their health and fitness to enjoyĀ a better, longer life.Ā But if the goal is a longer, healthier life, how much exercise is really necessary? Two studies have come up with an answer to the question, how much exercise do […]

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What Working with a Personal Trainer Really Gets You

There are many, many greatĀ reasons to hire a personal trainer. You’ll hear that the accountability factor is the biggest benefit. But if all you need is someone who expects you to show up, you can find that for free with a training buddy. Here’s what working with a personal trainer really gets you.Ā  An Investment […]

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Why Exercise Begets Exercise, And Why It Matters As We Age

Research is clear on the benefits of weight training and aging well. Not only does it help us gain muscle mass and strength, improve mobility, sharpen us mentally, and improve metabolic health, it can help shape our minds, too. An interesting study out of Finland found that a big percentage of older adults who have […]

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The Benefit of Twice-Weekly Resistance Training for Older Adults

We already know that regular resistance training can help maintain and increase muscle strength and function for aging adults. But a study out of Finland has found that theĀ recommend twice-weekly strength training plan has another benefit. From the Study The nine-month study was designed as an intervention on three tenets of exercise – motivation, planning […]

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Research Shows Why Personal Trainers are Worth the Investment

At one point or another, many people wonder whether investing in a personal trainer is worth the money. While most personal trainers, including those here at Framework Personal Training in Reno, can share from experience the difference they’ve made in the lives of their clients, the research may be more compelling. Here’s why research shows […]

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Losing Weight is Among the Best Things You Can Do for Your Health

A report published in the British Medical Journal recently confirmed what we already know about the health risks associated with being overweight. Death rates for COVID-19 were ten times higher in countries with over half the population defined as overweight. Both the United Kingdom and the US top that list. While body imageĀ is a difficult […]

Three Benefits of Finding a Personal Trainer Who Specializes in Senior Fitness

Staying strong and active as we age means taking a proactive role in our own health. Losing strength, flexibility, balance and coordination doesn’t have to be inevitable. With consistent exercise, we can stay healthy, activeĀ and independent as we get older. One of the ways to get the exercise we need is by finding a personal […]

Don’t Exercise? You’re Twice as Likely to Experience Depression

A new study has drawn a direct link between low fitness and the likelihood of experiencing depression and anxiety. Researchers at University College LondonĀ painted a clearer picture of the relationship between physical and mental health with the study, which had over 152,000 participants ages 40 to 69 and took seven years. The big takeaway? Exercise […]