Senior Fitness With Meredith

Back in 2020 we began offering a "Custom 7 Day Workout Plan" which allowed customers to purchase a workout plan that is designed by Meredith to cater specifically to their fitness goals. This plan consists of specifically chosen workout videos from our growing library which is something you can follow throughout the week. Since releasing this plan, we've learned so many new things about the people that purchased them and also about ourselves. We wanted to share some inspiring stories and also about what we've learned in this special episode. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). How our Custom 7 Day Workout Plan works after you make a purchase and how the process of designing a plan based on your fitness goals is started. 2). Some of the great feedback we've received from past customers regarding their own plans. 3). How Meredith designs these plans based on the information that is given by the customer through our required Intake Form. 4). Some of the inspiring stories that Meredith learned from customers over the years and how their plan has helped them on their fitness journey. 5). How our fitness content is really designed to be for everyone and not just a certain age group. there is something for everyone no matter your age or level of fitness. /// We hope the stories and information we shared in this episode are inspiring and helpful to you if you are having trouble with your fitness journey or just looking for some inspiration. We are grateful for getting the opportunity to be a part of so many people around the world who are on their fitness journey and hope to continue this well into the future. If you'd like to look more into our Custom 7 Day Workout Plan and how it might help you, visit this link. - Thank You! Team MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"If you must doubt something, doubt your limits." – Price Pritchett This quote reminds us to not doubt ourselves, keep going! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hydration counts as one of the pillars in living a healthy life especially as you age. However, it is often overlooked and can cause health issues if not made a regular habit. Taking in water at regular intervals throughout the day has many benefits and helps keep your mind and body well nourished and ready for the challenges of the day. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). How we can easily think that hydration is only an issue during warmer months but in reality, it is a year round concern overall. 2). Some of the easy ways to know how well hydrated you are at any given time. 3). Why it's important to hydrate not just during the day but first thing in the morning as well. 4). Some suggestions on how to take in healthy fluids if you aren't a fan of just plain water itself. 5). Suggestions on alternative ways of staying hydrated through healthy vegetables and fruits in addition to fluids. /// We hope the tips we've shared in this episode are helpful to you if you are struggling with staying hydrated on a regular basis. Implementing these easy habits mentioned in this episode will help you reap the benefits of regular hydration which will lead to a more nourished body and enriched life for many years to come. Team MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"A ship in harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for." – John A. Shedd This quote reminds us that we are made to move, not be idle…so move when you can! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wear and tear on our bodies as we age is a normal part of life. We may notice small aches and pains occasionally that can be off putting. This can also lead you to not want to be as active as you usually are because of the concern that you may feel like your doing more damage to whatever is sore. Luckily, following a few helpful tips in this episode will help you maintain your level of activity and fitness so you don't have to feel like slowing down is the only answer. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). Some of Meredith's personal experiences in working with clients of all ages and the feedback she would receive from them on challenges in dealing with minor aches and pains and trying to stay active. 2). Why thinking that feeling minor aches and pains as we age are possibly more serious than we think and how to determine if they are or not. 3). How starting slow with exercise is important to allowing your body to adjust to movement and activity in a safe manner. 4). How dealing with aches and pains can take a toll on your motivation to exercise and what you can do to keep your motivation levels up. 5). The importance of incorporating proper rest in between workouts and emphasizing that this could be longer than you are used to and that is OK. /// We hope the tips we've shared here are helpful to you if you feel like minor aches and pains are slowing you down. In most cases, there is no real cause for concern but following these tips will help keep you healthy and in the game for years to come. Team MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Be not afraid of growing slowly; be afraid only of standing still." – Chinese Proverb This quote reminds us that slow growth is still growth…no matter the speed it’s better than nothing. MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We recently heard a great quote about aging on the show "The PITT" on HBO MAX and was immediately inspired by it. We felt it captured the essence of what it is to grow old and how the younger generations perceive you. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). What is the quote that we found to be so inspiring and why we decided to dedicate an episode to it. 2). How older generations view the younger generation and vice versa. 3). Some of Meredith's personal experiences in working with clients of all ages and their thoughts on aging etc. 4). The value of learning from people who have been in your shoes and who are older with many experiences to share. 5). What we can all work on to help better understand each other especially between the younger and older generations. /// We hope this discussion was helpful and inspiring to you when it comes to your own aging journey. We were touched by the delivery of the scene that the quote was used in and wanted to shed more light on the perceptions of aging. Team MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today." – Franklin D. Roosevelt This quote reminds us to be in the present moment, positive in it, and get to the next moment in peace. MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Regular exercise is the cornerstone of living an independent lifestyle and the path to longevity. Luckily you don't have to train excessively each week to reap the benefits of exercise. Walking promotes many healthy traits like cardiovascular training, stability, flexibility and more. It is also very easy to do and can be done indoors or outdoors depending on where you live. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). Why we decided to dedicate an episode to the benefits of walking which was inspired by many of the YouTube comments and emails we get each month. 2). Some of the pros, cons and differences between walking outside and walking on a treadmill. 3). The cardiovascular benefits your receive from incorporating walking into your regular workouts. 4). The many benefits that walking has on your bone density and overall bone health. 5). How walking regularly promotes long term mental and physical health and also independence well into your later years. /// We hope the information we've shared on walking in this episode inspires you to embrace the habit if you haven't already. Walking is one of the simplest exercises you can do and it is accessible to most folks regardless of your fitness level. Slow, steady and starting small is always the best way to get started which can lead to amazing improvements in your health which can carry on for a lifetime. Team MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Growth is painful. Change is painful. But, nothing is as painful as staying stuck where you do not belong." – N.R. Narayana Murthy This quote reminds us that sometimes it hurts while going through it, but feels worse to not try to move forward. MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.