Senior Fitness With Meredith

Uncertainty in life is something that happens to all of us and the challenge of working through uncertain times can be daunting, especially as we age. We can make the best laid plans, have everything figured out (or so we think) and still fall into darkness when unplanned events occur. But just because these things happen, doesn’t mean we have to stay sidelined for long periods of time. Finding ways to balance ourselves through adversity is very important and key to helping us live a long and healthy life. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). What inspired us to shed light on this topic and why we think it needed to be addressed especially in older adults. 2). Some of Meredith’s personal experiences in working with clients over the years and learning of the challenges they faced via uncertain times. 3). Why it’s so important to have supportive people around you (family, friends, loved ones etc) when tragedy occurs. 4). How going through the grieving process is important when suffering a loss and knowing that it is OK to take a break and evaluate your thoughts and feelings. 5). Why exercise is so important when you are feeling stress and/or grief and how it helps the body and mind stay strong during challenging times. /// Making sure we take necessary steps to stay balanced when grief and uncertainty occurs in our lives is often overlooked. It can affect our mental, emotional and physical health altogether. We hope some of the tips in this episode help you or someone you know who might be going through challenging times. Team MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“The man who  views the world at fifty the same as he did at twenty has wasted thirty years of his life.”-Muhammad Ali This motivation is a reminder to grow and a reminder that we all change, each day…and that is a great thing! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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“Superfoods” seem to be all the rage in these modern times and in essence, there are many benefits to them. But what are super foods exactly? Living an active lifestyle not only requires regular exercise but also a healthy diet. Making sure we fuel our bodies with foods that nourish them is the idea behind calling a certain food a “superfood”. There are many opinions on what kinds of foods fall into the category which we get to discuss in this episode and hopefully this will inspire you to learn more about these special foods. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). Meredith’s thoughts on the term “Superfoods” and what this really means to healthy dieting. 2). Some of the common grocery items that are considered a super food and how much they will usually cost at a grocery store. 3). Some of the health benefits that these super foods provide whether fruit, vegetable, protein etc. 4). Some of the common vegetables that are considered a super food and why adding bright colors to your meal is always a great idea. 5). Why developing your own view of what healthy foods you can enjoy on a regular basis is important to maintaining and motivating you to live a healthy life. /// Making sure you take in healthy foods and exercise regularly is crucial to living a long and healthy life. As many opinions change about what kind of foods give you the best benefits, this combination will always be a staple to the active lifestyle. We hope the shared tips and knowledge in this episode helps you decide what “superfoods” will work best for you on your healthy living journey. Team MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“If a man does not know what port he is steering for, no wind is favorable to him.”-Seneca This motivation is about knowing where you want to and intend to go, so you are not blindly going through motions with no real destination. MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alzheimer’s and dementia affects many people especially as we age and keeping those who suffer from it healthy can be challenging when it comes to physical fitness. Degenerative cognitive health can directly affect one’s physical health if neglected which inspired us to dedicate a full episode to addressing this problem as we felt it isn’t discussed enough. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). Some of Meredith’s personal experiences in working with clients who suffer from Alzheimer’s or dementia in assisted living facilities or memory care and how it helped shape her ideas and approach to fitness for this group of patients. 2). Some of the physical and mental challenges that people with these cognitive diseases have to navigate when it comes to staying physically healthy and how both the mind and body are affected. 3). Why focusing on seated workouts with slower, safe movements are a great way to approach physical health for Alzheimer’s or dementia patients. 4). Recognizing the importance of patience when working with those that have a cognitive disease and understanding the mental challenges that these patients are navigating when attempting exercise. 5). Meredith’s thoughts on how everyone is different when it comes to cognitive disease and no two patients are the same which emphasizes the importance of empathy and slow and safe care above all. /// Caring for those who suffer from Alzheimer’s or dementia can be challenging in all aspects, especially physical fitness. Approaching exercise in a traditional way may not always be best. We hope the tips we shared in this episode helps you or someone you know better understand how important exercise is and the best methods to approach physical fitness in a caring and understanding way for those who may need it most. Team MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“A goal without a plan is just a wish.”- Antoine  De Saint Exupery This motivation is a reminder that we need to create goals, and have something to work towards; otherwise, we are just wishing and hoping with no plan of action. MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Walking on a regular basis is a great way to get a low impact cardio workout which promotes heart, bone and muscle health. It’s a simple activity and can be done practically anywhere. However many of us also prefer to walk on a treadmill at a gym or in a home which leads us to ask the question “Which is better for your health?” In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). Why we decided to look into this comparison between treadmills vs regular walking and how this can affect you if you exercise regularly. 2). Some of Meredith’s thoughts on adjusting the incline on a treadmill vs walking up a hill or inclined surface and how this can affect your workout. 3). Why some people prefer a treadmill over regular walking for the safety measures built into the equipment like hand rails etc. 4). How external factors like weather and terrain can affect your motivation for walking outside either positively or negatively. 5). Meredith’s personal preferences when it comes to walking for exercise but also that everyone’s health is different and it’s important to choose what’s best for you. /// Hopefully some of the tips and information we shared in this podcast is helpful to you if you enjoy walking on a regular basis whether on a treadmill, outside or on a track. Walking is a great exercise especially for those who prefer low impact type workouts. Whether you prefer walking on a treadmill or going for a stroll outside, making sure you stay consistent with exercises that you are comfortable with is always going to be a win – win. Team MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“When I hear somebody sigh that life is hard, I am always tempted to ask, ‘Compared to what?’”- Sydney J. Harris This motivation is about being grateful for the life we have, even when it gets hard…and it does many times. That is what makes it our life! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Loose or sagging skin is a common side effect that many people experience for many different reasons. As we age, we tend to loose some of the elasticity in our skin which can contribute to a sagging look or a loose fit around out bodies. It also can occur from recent weight loss or from pregnancy. Regardless of how this occurs, there is a common questions that arises of how this can be corrected and is regular exercise one of the the answers? In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). Some of Meredith’s personal experiences in working with clients over the years and their thoughts and struggles with loose and/or sagging skin. 2). How having extra or loose skin affects some us mentally or emotionally when comparing ourselves to others which is not healthy. 3). Some of the different causes of loose skin and how it affects our bodies as we age. 4). Why resistance and strength training is important not just to build muscle but also can help with toning the skin around your body in some cases. 5). Why it’s important to accept your body no matter what your journey is and to focus on the process of living a healthy lifestyle through regular exercise as you age. /// Regular exercise is recommended no matter what your your body does or doesn’t look like. Making sure we keep focus on what is important and accepting ourselves as who we are and not always what we think we should be is the key to living a long and fulfilling life. Exercise can help maintain a healthy body image and in some case help keep you looking fit and in shape but this is only matters in the eyes of ourselves and not what others may think. Learning to love and accept our bodies no matter what is the most important factor when looking to live a healthy lifestyle. Team MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.