Exercise & Fitness

why is stretching important before exercise

Why Is Stretching Important Before Exercise? Here are 5 Benefits You Want to Know

Why is stretching important before exercise? For us as women over 50, it’s not just important, it is essential. As we age, it is essential that we take care of our bodies and incorporate fitness into our daily lives. One way to start is with stretching, so let’s explore why you should stretch before a …

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how many steps per day is active for women over 50

How Many Steps Per Day is Active Enough for Women Over 50?

We know as women over 50 that leading an active lifestyle will help us stay healthy as we get older. An essential component to that activity is walking – taking steps – sometimes many steps a day. Brisk walking of course, is helpful, as it elevates our heart rate. Even a more casual mode of …

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counting calories and not losing weight

10 Reasons Why You May be Counting Calories and Not Losing Weight

Are you counting calories and not losing weight? You are not alone, my friend. Many women over 50 have been there before and it can be frustrating to try to lose weight while also trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Because of our age and stage in life as women in our 50s, 60s, and …

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metabolic exercises for over 50 women

Why Are Metabolic Exercises for Over 50 Women Essential?

We experience change in many ways as women over 50 and over 60. We look different. We feel different. We might live in a different area of our state, our region, our country, or even internationally. Our family might look different. At a minimum, our children are no longer children, and in fact, we may …

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