Ladies, I am a firm believer in the notion that everyone’s fitness journey is unique and specific to their own needs and abilities. And while things such as my age, strength and drive have factored into the routine that I’ve cultivated for myself, there’s one type of exercise that has progressed with me throughout the years – walking!
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Understanding and Mastering Intermittent Exercise
Ladies, first I want to levelset with you. Many of us know of or have tried intermittent fasting before. It’s a diet during which we restrict the window of time that we eat. The benefits range from better digestion to a heightened metabolism – but intermittent fasting is completely different from intermittent exercise, which is just the opposite: instead of decreasing our window of exercise, we extend that window to span the entire day.
How to Return to the Gym After a Long Break
I’m anxiously awaiting their opening, but am I ready for a gym workout? How do you return to the gym after a long break?
The pandemic has affected us all but there are many times when we need to pause our gym visits. Whether from injury, pregnancy, work, or just everyday malaise, we have all needed to return to the gym after a long break.
I am so ready and these are the steps I’m taking to get back on track after this long break.
Read MoreFrosty Frozen Fruit Pops
Frozen fruit pops have always been a favorite of mine! I remember as a young girl I waited all day for the ice cream truck. There were three different vendors that came down my street. But there was one I liked the best because it had great frozen pops. Although I preferred ice cream, I always chose the frozen fruit pops because they lasted a long time!
I still love nothing better on a sweltering day. Once that frozen fruit pop hits my lips I am instantly cooled off — like a big, cool gust of wind. There are plenty of good commercial pops. but I like my frosty frozen fruit pops the best!
Read MoreHow Women Over Sixty Can Improve Their Immune System
I always thought I had a good immune system as I don’t get sick very often. At sixty-nine my flu shots were limited to only years when I had surgery. However, during this long lock down, I started to think about my immune system a lot. How good was it actually? And are there things I should be doing differently to maximize my immunity?
I prepared early for the pandemic – I purchased masks, bottled water, frozen foods and medications. I canceled all appointments and allowed no one in my home. While I had all my necessary supplies, the one thing I gave no thought to was preparing was my immune system.
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