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4 Undeniable Truths About Aging
You have a choice to be weak and in pain, or strong and in pain.
The older we are the more we realize we are making that choice. In reality, as we get older, pain becomes inevitable for many, if not all seniors. But if we stay strong, we can stay capable. If we allow our pain to stop us from moving then we become weak When we are weak our ability to move gets smaller and smaller, and so does our life.
How to Lose Fat (and Maintain Muscle)
It’s just like if you are saving money, it doesn’t matter if you are using credit cards or cash to buy your groceries, if you are spending more than you’re making then you will be in a deficit. The same goes for weight loss, if you are overeating protein or carbs you will gain weight. You need to expend more energy (burn more calories) than you are consuming.
We’re Facing a Comfort Crisis
Putting down your screens, starting a new hobby, trying to meet new people, putting yourself out there. That’s uncomfortable. But do you know what is more uncomfortable? Loneliness and disconnection.
One more example of something that’s uncomfortable…saying no. But unless you say no to lesser goals you will never get a chance to say yes to something greater.
And so, I ask you to ponder this question. If you said no to one (comfortable) thing, what yes would that open up for you?
Fit to Curl: My Favourite Exercises to Get You Ready for Your Curling Season
the more force you are able to put on the ice with your broom, the faster and straighter your rock will go. And so I have chosen exercises that not only work your PUSH muscles, but also maximize your PULL muscles. I have also chosen a lower body exercise that maximizes weight on your front leg let to help with your throw and your sweeping and of course, something to help with cardiovascular conditioning so you are not out of breath and still recovering when it comes time to sweep again.
The Power of Perception
Last week I wrote about the power of a positive mindset. As much as I know how powerful our mind is, it still floors me that just a thought can actually change our body chemistry.That said, adopting a positive mindset is all fine...
The Only 3 Mobility Exercises You Need
If you are tight you aren’t able to do all the things you used to do, and that doesn’t feel good. Some of the most basic tasks in life can be lost when we lose our mobility. Tying our shoes, putting on a bra, getting in and out of a car, getting up and down off the floor…s