Lifting weights offers a number of benefits, and that’s true even (and especially) for people over the age of 65. But the perks aren’t limited to a stronger physique – the mental advantages of consistent weight training are equally important. Here’s why seniors should lift weights. Physical Benefits It’s a medical fact that muscle tone […]
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 image is a difficult […]
Deciding to join a gym can be a smart decision, particularly if you’re planning on working with a personal trainer. But before you join the nearest gym, remember that you have options. If personal training is the plan, you might be better served in a smaller setting. Here are three reasons personal trining in a […]
The real secret to staying young and healthy? Exercise! A 2018 study in the UK compared a group of older adults who had spent the majority of their lives staying active to a second group who didn’t exercise regularly, with impressive findings. From the Study The study was a health assessment of older adults to determine […]
We’ve all heard that we should be taking 10,000 steps a day, and some studies have corroborated that this step count might improve heart and mental health. But that number in particular may be somewhat arbitrary. New research from Harvard is showing a different number. Still, there’s more to fitness than steps. The Latest Research According […]
It’s no secret that as we age, our physical condition declines. That’s just part of the deal. But reduced balance, strength, endurance and coordination means a greater risk of increase of injury and less independence. And while we cannot stop the march of time, there is a way to stay healthy and strong. If you’re […]
A new study has drawn a direct link between low fitness and the likelihood of experiencing depression and anxiety. Researchers at University College London 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 […]
There’s nothing like a pandemic to put something like fitness into perspective. Surveys from last year suggested only 30% of people would plan to return to the gym after lockdown restrictions lifted. And while there are benefits to working out at home, the truth is that home fitness can’t replace your personal trainer. Here’s why. Personal […]
There are tons of lists out there that walk you through the qualities of a good personal trainer. Things like credentials, experience, and training philosophy are all important, but the trainers who really stand out tend to have qualities that don’t necessarily come on paper. Here at Framework Personal Training in Reno, we look for specifics […]
It’s no secret that exercise has physical and mental health benefits. And while there are various recommendations for how long and how hard we should be training, the truth is that any amount of exercise will likely product benefits — even if it falls well below suggested amounts. Here are 10 benefits of regular exercise, and why any movement […]