Senior Fitness With Meredith

“Heal the root so the tree is stable.” This motivation is a reminder to work on anything that is holding you back from growing. MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stress is something that everyone deals with and how we handle it can depend on many factors. One of the best ways to handle stress is by exercising regularly but this may not always be an option for everyone. What if you aren’t on a regular exercise schedule or are unable to exercise due to a limitation, injury or other reasons? Fortunately, there are many other ways to “dial down” stress levels that don’t necessarily mean having to hit the gym every time you feel stressed out. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). Meredith’s thoughts and experiences on why relieving and addressing stress levels in general is so important to our mental and physical health. 2). How stress can build up over time especially as we age and how we may not notice the effects of it until later on in life. 3). Meredith’s experiences in working with seniors in living communities and how they were great at scheduling outings and social times with residents, something that is very important to relieving stress. 4). How maintaining a healthy diet can help contribute to lower stress levels. 5). Why writing down our thoughts and feelings when we are stressed can help “download” the burdens we have and make us feel less stressed and more organized. /// We hope the tips and suggestions in this episode help you manage stress in your life especially if regular exercise isn’t available. We all have different schedules that we must navigate and making sure exercise is a part of that is important but not always possible. If you feel like this may be your situation or know someone in this scenario then we want you to know that there are still many other ways to take care of your mental health and address lingering stress. Staying healthy both physically and mentally through regular self care are the most important aspects to a longer healthy life. Til the next episode! Team MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hello and thank you for joining us on this week’s podcast! This week we have a special treat as we get to share our first interview featuring pioneering fitness expert Tamilee Webb of the popular “Buns Of Steel” exercise series! In addition to her extensive video series which rose to popularity in the 80’s, 90’s and 2000’s, Tamilee is also an author and has achieved many accolades in the fitness industry as described in her bio: “Tamilee has been the recipient of numerous other awards for outstanding achievement in the field of personal fitness, including Best Exercise Video and Best Training Organization 1987, conferred by IDEA, has been honored by California State University, Chico, Outstanding Alumni of 1990 and 1996. Inducted in the FITNESS HALL OF FAME in 2008.  Tamilee shares this honor with fellow fitness celebrities as Kathy Smith, Gilad Janklowicz, Jack Lalanne, and Jane Fonda to name a few. Tamilee has been a co-host on the Health Network Channel’s aerobic fitness shows now known as Discoveries “Fit TV”. The network services more than 50 million households, and its audience continues to multiply. She has also hosted ESPN’s Fitness Pro Series and consulted on Fox Sports Fitness show ‘Body Squad’.” We are big fans of Tamilee and her journey to help spread the importance of physical activity, health and wellness has inspired our journey as well. In addition to this podcast, please be sure to visit her website and her “Webb Workouts” website where she offers workouts on demand, nutrition bonuses, community access and access to LIVE workouts! In This Podcast You Will Learn: 1). How Tamilee was first inspired in fitness in the beginning and how she got started in the fitness industry in general. 2). How she was able to become a trusted name and expert in fitness through her work at the “The Golden Door Resort” in CA , her many cruise ships tours as an instructor and training a fast growing instructor clientele internationally. 3). Her story on how she was asked to be the official trainer/course creator for the “Buns Of Steel” video series that rose to popularity making her a household name in the fitness industry. 4). Some of her thoughts on the technology of the fitness industry today and how it has changed from the VHS, DVD distribution channels of the past to the internet. 5). Her thoughts on her own journey which she continues through her current projects and businesses and her appreciation when meeting people who say that she has been an inspiration to them. /// We want to send a big THANK YOU to Tamilee for taking the time to join us for this interview! Getting the chance to hear her stories and learn from the knowledge she has gained in the ever-changing fitness industry has been priceless. Her drive in health and fitness shows not just through her achievements but also in her genuine personality and her passion to help to spread the importance of staying healthy through exercise is truly innate. We hope you agree after listening to this special episode. Thank You Tamilee! Team MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“You are the greatest project you will ever work on.” This motivation is a reminder to always work on yourself for you! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hello and thank you for joining us on this episode! Do you feel uncomfortable exercising in public places? If your answer is “Yes” then know that you are not alone. Studies have shown that many Americans still feel uncomfortable going to an indoor gym or public area to exercise whether it be in the form of feeling intimidated, overwhelmed or feeling anxious or feeling like an imposter. These feelings are very real for some people and moreover, can hinder physical activity and overall health. Fortunately this doesn’t have to be the case. Learning to cope with these feelings and knowing how to “work through” issues that make you feel alone or are hindering you from staying active and healthy is possible with practice. Knowing how this affects your mental health and how to overcome the feelings you have with time, can help you on your fitness journey and know that you don’t have to go at it alone. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). Why Meredith thought this was an important topic to shed light on and how she has felt these same feelings of being uncomfortable exercising in public places as well. 2). How the rise of home workouts have been very helpful for most people but could also add to feelings of anxiety when attempts are made to go back to a gym or class. 3). How some of our fears and thoughts about what other people think at a gym aren’t really as real as we think. 4). Why going to the gym with a trusted buddy can be a great idea and how it can make exercising less stressful especially if both people are at the same fitness level. Learning and growing together is always the best way to go! 5). The importance of knowing that you are good enough and deserve to exercise no matter where you are in your fitness journey without feelings of judgement, anxiety or intimidation is the key to long lasting health. /// Thank you again for joining us on this important episode! Staying active and healthy can be done in many ways. For most of us, going to a gym or public area is very common and accessible. But not feeling comfortable to exercise in these places can keep us on the sidelines. Hopefully the tips we share in this episode helps you or someone you know feel more comfortable with exercising no matter where you are. Staying active and healthy is the name of the game and we want to help keep you going for as long as possible! Til the next episode! Team MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“There is always light. If only we’re brave enough to see it. If only we’re brave enough to be it.”-Amanda Gorman This motivation is the reminder of seeing the good around us, the light, and to be confident enough to be it. MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hello and thank you for joining us on this podcast episode! Staying consistently active no matter what age you are is an important part of living a long and healthy life. But what happens if we have physical limitations such as using a wheelchair, wearing a cast or a “boot cast”… should exercise still be something we need to do on a regular basis? Dealing with physical limitations can be challenging no matter what level of fitness you are. It is easy to assume that being in a wheelchair or cast should “slow us down” and we should take it easy. For many reasons this can be true, however it is still possible (and recommended) that we keep a level of exercise up even with these restrictions so as to not become complacent. Keeping the body active even with restrictions is very important to staying healthy through challenging times not only for your body but your mind as well. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). Why Meredith thought it was important to discuss the importance of knowing that exercise should still be a priority if you are restricted by wheelchair, cast or other. 2). How regular exercise helps the mind/body connection especially in situations where you are dealing with physical restrictions. 3). Tips on what you can still do for exercise if you are dealing with upper body, lower body or wheelchair limitations. 4). What happens to your body and mind if you stop exercising due to a restriction and how this can lead to complacency and a longer road to recovery. 5). Remembering the feelings you get when you do exercise regularly and the sense of accomplishment that can help motivate you to stay active during physically challenging times. /// Remaining active even through challenging times involving restrictions like using a wheelchair or dealing with being in a cast is very important. Limitations can happen to anyone at anytime and the important thing to remember is that it doesn’t have to slow us down. Making sure we are able to tell ourselves that our physical limitations won’t limit us from staying healthy can make all the difference. We hope our tips in this episode helps motivate you or someone you know to continue being active no matter the challenge and that is Ok to keep your body (and mind) moving always. Til the next episode! Team MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“Remember no one can make you feel inferior without consent.”-Eleanor Roosevelt This motivation is about the reminder of being in charge of you and your feelings! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hello and thank you for joining us for this week’s episode! Mohammed Ali, Mike Tyson… and You! Ok maybe not to that extent, but have you ever considered boxing as a great workout? If so then this episode is for you. Boxing or “shadow boxing” is a great exercise to consider if you are thinking about spicing up your weekly exercise routines. Shadow boxing is a great way to build up your hand – eye coordination as well as help build up your cardio vascular system. Here at SFWM we have some great routines that you can check out in both seated and standing formats if you aren’t familiar with cardio boxing. No matter your age, fitness level or limitations, there is something for everyone when it comes to having fun with boxing workouts. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). What we really mean when we say “boxing workouts” and how “air boxing” or “shadow boxing” mimics the movements of real boxing and provides a great way to build mental and physical health. 2). Why it’s easy to get started with boxing exercises because it requires no equipment and you can do it in the comfort of your own home either standing or seated. 3). How Meredith designs her boxing workout routines and her approach to making them very accessible to anyone at any fitness level. 4). The differences between a shadow boxing workout and an “impact” style workout where you are striking a surface like a punching bag. Both can be beneficial but shadow boxing is preferred to help avoid injury. 5).  The empowering feeling you get after doing a boxing workout and how it makes you feel accomplished in a way that is unlike any other type of workout. /// Thank you again for joining us on this episode. Boxing workouts can be a great way to add variety to your workout routines. Gone are the days of boxing stereotypes only being for the young and fit. We can all benefit from the mental and physical aspects of boxing in both seated and standing formats, advanced, intermediate or beginner levels. We hope this episode inspires you to give it a try if you’re new to boxing exercises and don’t forget to check out our library of boxing routines here. Tile the next episode! Team MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“Only those who will risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go.”-T.S. Eliot This motivation is about continuing to pursue your goals, and keep going! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.