The Buffalo Veterans Administration Medical Center recently completed a pilot program designed to show the power of even just a few minutes of intense exercise for senior citizens. While any exercise is better than no exercise, the benefits of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) are impressive. What’s more, they’re accomplished with just a few minutes of HIIT […]
Early October is when many people start thinking about ski season. Whether you downhill ski or snowboard, these are activities that call for lower body strength and the endurance necessary for a short, explosive run. If you’re the kind of person who wants to start preparing for the rigors of these outdoor activities, now is […]
A rippling core is often a sign of peak physical fitness. But the benefits of a strong core go far beyond mere aesthetics. Building strength and stability in our midsection is important for everyone – seniors included. Here are five benefits of strong cores for people of all ages. Defining the Core When we talk about […]
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 […]
We regularly share information about current research and studies that link exercise to improved physical health. But fitness can be as effective as pharmaceuticals for mental health issues like depression, anxiety, stress, even ADHD and PTSD. Here’s how consistent exercise improves mental health. The Trickle-Down Effect While losing weight or fitting a certain physical ideal may be […]
Many women default to cardio for fitness. And while cardiovascular exercise has its benefits, it’s only one piece of the puzzle. If your goal as a woman is weight loss and improved health, resistance training needs to be part of your routine. Here are eight benefits of weight lifting for women. You’ll Burn More Fat […]
If you want to build muscle, you lift weights. But what if you want to boost bone density, improve balance and stability, build confidence, and sleep better? Then you should also lift weights. That’s because strength training builds so much more than muscle. And that’s true no matter how old you are. Building Strong Muscles […]
If you could improve your balance, strengthen your bones, get better sleep, help your heart, and look and feel better, would you be skeptical? It’s not a magic pill – this is what happens with regular strength training. Some people find the idea of strength training intimidating, or assume you need some base level of fitness […]
Fitness is a journey, it’s said. And it’s true. There is no final destination, but there should be signs along the way that speak to the progress you’re making. But how do you know if you’d benefit from the guidance of an expert? Simple. Here are four signs a personal trainer, like the professionals at Framework Personal […]
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 […]