A few years ago, I was teaching a workshop in Mexico. As the conversation unfolded, a common theme kept coming up… They were starting to notice a difference in how they moved in everyday life. Carrying luggage felt heavier.Climbing stairs took more effort.Their...
Somewhere along the way, many of us were handed a script about aging: after 50, the knees go. No more running, no more jumping, no more chasing a tennis ball across the court. Just creaks, aches, and caution.According to Dr. Abigail Campbell, a sports orthopedic...
My step has been getting serious use lately. If you think step workouts are stuck in the ’80s, think again! There’s been a surge of popularity lately. Why? Step is dynamite cardio that sculpts great buns, builds strong legs, gives your mental health a...
40-Minute Power Walk JUST PRESS PLAY Next month, I’m heading to Japan for a 30-day walking adventure, including time on the Kumano Kodo. I’ll be walking from village to village through the Kii Mountains, with hikes ranging from 2-7 hours a day. Along the way, I’ll...
Balance, Core, Strength …Press Play Above! You don’t need to carve out extra workout time to improve your balance. Some of the best opportunities are already built into your day…Brushing your teeth.Putting on your shoes.Standing in line at the...
The Power of Rhythm Training …Just Press Play Above! In today’s fast-paced world, finding ways to keep our minds sharp and youthful has become a priority. While mental exercises like puzzles and memory games have long been touted as beneficial,...
The Single-Strongest PREDICTOR OF LONGEVITY VO2 Max helps predict your future. Here’s why… VO2 max is the single strongest predictor of lifespan and cardiorespiratory fitness. Don’t let the term scare you! It simply means “volume of...
Pop Quiz:Which of the following type of body fat is most harmful to your health? A) Underarm fatB) Hips, thigh, and buttock fatC) Abdominal fatD) None of the aboveE) All of the above Ding ding, you’re right! The answer is C But… not all belly fat is...
We’ve all been there. You’re pulling on your favorite jeans, you get them up, and then the zipper won’t budge. You try a different pair. Somewhere in the back of your mind you think: when did this happen?If that sounds familiar, you are in good...
Here’s What Happens WHEN YOU WALK Today I’m flying to San Francisco to meet up with my friend Elizabeth. We’re spending three days hiking through the redwood forest, soaking up nature. One of my favorite spots!(Coast redwoods are the tallest living...
