Think about all the times in your day when you balance on one leg, without thinking much of it: getting in and out of the car, going up and down the stairs, and so on. Interestingly, there seems to be a link between ability to balance and expected longevity. It highlights why improving your balance […]
Ask any personal trainer or doctor about strength training for people over age 50, and their response can likely be summed up in one word: magic. The benefits of strength training are lengthy for everyone, but it’s the over-50 group that may see the biggest benefit. Here’s why strength training for people over 50 is […]
Personal training for seniors means more than simpler exercises. The right personal trainer for senior citizens knows how to properly assess every client, checking for things like joint weakness, injuries, and any limitations. From there, a trainer can design a fitness routine that will strengthen joints and improve mobility. That’s what happens here at Framework Personal Training in Reno, […]
You know that exercise is important, but if you’re over age 60, your routine should absolutely involve strength training at least twice every week. Yes, that’s true even if you walk every day and even if you’ve never lifted weights. The certified personal trainers here at Framework Personal Training in Reno are outlining four benefits […]
We already know that exercise can help prevent or manage chronic conditions. But the benefits of exercise go so much further. In fact, regular exercise is one of the best ways to slow down the physical process of aging. Here are three ways exercise helps you age well, plus the best way to get started […]
The idea that we “shrink” as we age actually has some truth behind it. Around the half-century mark, spinal discs and vertebrae can begin breaking down and thinning. Meanwhile, cartilage and connective tissue begin losing elasticity and thickness. The combination gives the impression of lost inches, as many seniors begin finding it harder to stand fully upright. […]
Experts recommend that senior over the age of 50 lift weights for all the benefits it imparts. But if you’re new to this kind of fitness as an older adult, you may be wondering where to start. And with St. Mary’s Fitness Center closing, many active seniors may be wondering where to go. Reno’s best personal trainers […]
Smoke from California wildfires is pouring into our Reno valley, and it feels like August 2021 all over again. It’s a reminder that indoor exercise can be a better option that fitness outdoors sometimes, especially when you consider benefits like filtered air and a regulated temperature. In Reno, Framework Personal Training offers a great way to enjoy […]
Can you balance on one leg for 10 seconds? It might be important. A new study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine is highlighting balance as an indication of overall health, and you might be surprised at the findings. Read on for specifics, plus tips from the certified personal trainers at Framework Personal Training […]
The health benefits of exercise in older adults have been firmly established, which means experts recommend an active lifestyle at any age. The certified personal trainers at Framework Personal Training in Reno, which specializes in senior fitness, is sharing five specific health benefits of regular exercise for seniors, along with the best exercises to try. Health Benefits […]