With seniors and every other age group, more active than ever, it pays to be aware of the potential for injury. Although we aren’t all professional athletes, activities such as jogging, racquetball, weight lifting, and even power walking can still cause injury. Dare I say it Pilates and barre classes. The feeling of accomplishment after …
What is an Exercise-Related Injury and how can you handle one? Read More »
This week 6 years ago I lost my Mom to a myriad of breathing and lung related illnesses. Her illness showed me how difficult it can be for clients to breathe fully. Inhaling in particular seems to be the most problematic. Lungs mature by age 25 then from 35 it’s normal for lung function to decline …
Many of us think of breathing as a secondary aspect of exercise. Or perhaps more accurately, many of us don’t consider the breathing side of things at all! After all, it does more or less take care of itself. However, as any experienced fitness professional or athlete will tell you, proper breathing is absolutely vital …
The association between many forms of “traditional” exercise and sheer, soul-crushing boredom, unfortunately, prevents many people from making sure they fit physical activity into their daily routine. Exercise can be strenuous, and it can be difficult. But there’s certainly no rule that says exercise has to, well, feel like exercise. A Barre class is one …
