Going to the gym, especially for the first time, can be an intimidating experience for anyone. But women over fifty usually feel more overwhelmed and uncomfortable than most. There are many ways to reduce your uneasiness in this environment. Here are 10 brilliant ways to feel comfortable in the gym when you’re over fifty.
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HOW TO TAKE THE DREAD OUT OF CARDIO
Just say the word “cardio” to most middle-aged women and watch their expression change. So many of us hate it but I’m going to show you how to take the dread out of cardio. Now I didn’t say that I’m going to make you fall in love with cardio but I do have some ideas on how to make sure you get out of bed and do it!
STOP SELF SABOTAGE!
HOW TO GET OUT OF YOUR OWN WAY & SUCCEED!
Are you guilty of self sabotage? Are you one of those women who want to improve their health, set goals and then fail miserably at keeping on track? Do you wonder what’s wrong with you that you can’t seem to meet any goal you set? The reasons for self sabotage could fill a book but let’s concentrate instead on actions that can improve success.
Read More5 FAB FLAB FIGHTING ARM MOVEMENTS
Most of us think that in order to get a good workout one must either be at the gym or in possession of some good home equipment. The truth is, you are surrounded by one of the best pieces of fitness equipment available: your walls. Walls are a great tool for total body weight strength training and work especially well for toning your arms, the number one concern you share with me.
THE BEST & WORST FITNESS ADVICE I’VE EVER RECEIVED
Over the last forty years I have spent A LOT of time at the gym and in fitness classes. I have periodically turned to fitness pros like trainers, other fitness enthusiasts I admire, physical therapists and orthopedic doctors for advice. I also get tons of unwanted advice from fellow gym goers. The truth is, good and bad suggestions can come from many sources so I always listen with an open mind.
