There are benefits to walking, whether you shoot for 10,000 steps a day or not. Unfortunately, if that’s all you’re doing, you aren’t strengthening your muscles or bones. As you get older, the importance of that oversight will become clear. Walking is important, but it’s not enough. The Minimum Experts recommend at least two sessions […]
The negative impact of inactivity, particularly for people over the age of 50, is well documented. Some 31 million American seniors qualify as inactive, which means their daily movement is only enough to satisfy basic tasks. This puts them at risk of serious health issues and a far greater likelihood of accidents and injuries, thanks to […]
Here’s a startling statistic – according to the World Health Organization, roughly 3.2 million deaths worldwide are the result of insufficient physical activity. It’s the worrying and predictable outcome of modern lives that have little physical activity during leisure time and sedentary behavior during domestic or occupational times. Passive modes of transportation have also increased. In […]
We love studies like this! Duke University just released results from a study that underscores the real value of fitness. And it isn’t a firmer physique today. The big takeaway? The legacy effects from even moderate exercise that people enjoy decades later. Science Says… The study was a follow up to a five-year study that looked […]
Study after study makes definitive links to strength training and improved health for older adults. Even people who have been sedentary for years can see significant improvements not only in strength, but in other aspects of their overall health and wellness – it really is never too late to start. But the biggest benefit of strength […]
Senior citizens seeking personal trainers is a growing trend across the country and right here in Reno, Nevada. And it’s a great idea! As we age, we decline physically. That loss of balance, strength, endurance, and coordination increases the risk of injury and leads to lowered levels of independence and quality of life. The antidote? Exercise! Here’s […]
More and more, seniors are taking control of their health not with medications – but with exercise. With the help of personal trainers like those here at Framework Personal Training in Reno, local senior citizens are enjoying the many benefits that come with strength training. If you’re researching strength training for seniors in Reno, here’s what to […]
While those enjoying their golden years may not have the energy and stamina of their youth, they still benefit from regular resistance training. In fact, here are seven reasons that show just how well seniors respond to strength training. Strength Training for Seniors Regular exercise with a certified personal trainer is a safe and highly beneficial activity […]
It’s not uncommon to notice changes to your body as you age. In fact, it’s entirely expected. And while it may seem funny to begin working out in your 40s – especially if it’s not something you did when you were younger – it’s never too late to start benefiting from exercise. Fitness is different after […]
Fitness changes as we age, and that could be why some people are surprised when they learn how important it is for seniors to have strong cores. But once you understand what exactly we mean by a strong core – and it’s not six-pack abdominals – as well as the benefits of building strength and stability in that […]