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Unlocking the Truth: Pilates Is for Everyone, Regardless of Age or Flexibility!

By Christine Kirkland July 04, 2023

Pilates, a low-impact exercise method developed by Joseph Pilates, has gained immense popularity over the years due to its numerous benefits. However, there’s a common misconception perpetuated by the mainstream media – the notion that Pilates…

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5 Tips for Walking Well: Feel More Confident Walking Today (VIDEO TIPS)

By Claudine Aherne June 13, 2023

Would you like to feel more confident when you’re out walking? Have you started noticing your balance when you walk? Do you sometimes feel unsteady on your feet (especially on uneven ground)? If you’re starting to notice your balance when you walk…

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3 Age-Related Exercise Myths That Hold You Back: Do You Believe Them?

By Linda Melone March 18, 2023

It’s been 28 years since I earned my first of four personal training certifications in 1995. As I proudly displayed the American Council of Exercise (ACE) certificate on my wall, I thought I had all I needed to help people get fit…

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What’s So Important About Exercising Regularly?

By Alainnah Robertson March 16, 2023

Everyone knows that exercise is good for the human primate. Yet only a very small percentage of humans – around 2% at the most – like exercise, and the statistics show that no more than 30% of humans get enough of it to prevent ill health in later life…

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Want to Feel More Confident Walking? Start with Arm Swings (VIDEO)

By Claudine Aherne January 27, 2023

Do you sometimes feel unsteady on your feet? Have you noticed that you walk more slowly and cautiously? Would you like to feel more confident when you’re out walking? If you’re starting to notice your balance when you walk…

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4 Proven Ways to Build Bone Density Over 60

By Aubrey Reinmiller October 19, 2022

October 20th is World Osteoporosis Day. As women over 60, osteoporosis and building bone density is a concern I hear from so many of my personal training and fitness clients. Many women don’t realize that you can build bone density and prevent…

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How to Live an Active, Healthy Life with Osteoporosis

By Fran Braga Meininger May 09, 2022

I met Joanna Brown last year, a few days after I was diagnosed with Osteoporosis. I was shocked by the news and searching for support and information. I knew instinctively I would need guidance as to how to move, work and exercise safely…

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Walking Well: Check Your Posture to Feel More Confident Walking (VIDEO)

By Claudine Aherne December 14, 2021

When we have difficulties with our balance, this can really affect our walking. We start to worry about keeping steady and lose the enjoyment of walking. In the last 15 years as a specialist exercise instructor, I’ve helped…

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Where and When Do You Feel Unsteady on Steps and Stairs? (VIDEO)

By Claudine Aherne November 18, 2021

Do you have trouble with steps or kerbs? Do you sometimes feel unsteady coming down the stairs? Would you like to feel stronger, steadier or more confident on any steps or stairs (even when you’re out and about)? If you’ve answered yes to one or more…

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Having Trouble with the Stairs? Don’t Just Accept It!

By Claudine Aherne August 25, 2021

Do you struggle with steps, stairs or kerbs (especially on the way down)? Would you like to feel stronger, steadier and more confident on stairs, particularly when you’re out and about? If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. As a specialist exercise instructor…

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