Happy Workout Wednesday! Earthing (also known as grounding) refers to the discovery that bodily contact with the Earth’s natural electric charge stabilizes the physiology at the deepest levels, reduces inflammation, pain, and stress, improves blood flow, energy, and sleep, and generates greater well-being. Try taking a walk outside without shoes![…]
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Strength training in general has several benefits for seniors not only to help maintain and improve bone density, but also to maintain muscle mass. Performing strength training exercises every day can help with activities of daily living. Having a strong grip makes it easier to perform normal daily tasks like[…]
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Exercising in a chair is very beneficial for the elderly population and allows for improvements in strength, flexibility, posture, and joint health! Four of the best seated workouts for seniors are as follows: 1. Seated Strength Training Strength training 2-3 times per week is recommended to maintain health and fitness[…]
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Get natural sunlight on your face and eyes within 1 hour of waking up (without sunglasses). Every 24 hours you get a boost in cortisol which impacts your mood, level of focus, and alertness. The timing of this cortisol boost varies depending on when you are exposed to sunlight. If[…]
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Fall is probably one of my favorite seasons! The crisp cool air in the morning, the leaves changing colors.. it doesn’t get much better than that. What I like to do in the fall, is get up with the sun, get out in nature with my ax and sledge hammer[…]
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