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May, 2007

“The Upside of Mid-Life Fitness”
Part One

By the time we reach Mid-Life we pretty much know what works for our physical well being. We’ve experimented enough with diets, gyms, Pilates, Curves, Yoga, etc. We know what we are willing to do or not do on a consistent basis, what worked successfully and what did not. This is the upside of Mid-Life; our wisdom within! Being a personal trainer for 22 years I’d like to share my philosophy on the core stuff- the basics - the constant stuff! Take this opportunity to explore a new possibility, and be willing to create constant consistency with your exercise and eating habits.

Create a New Exercise Habit

  • The 8 minute workout- Most likely your immediate response is “I can do this.” (every day)
    1. This could be 8 minute brisk walk outside or a walk with your dog knowing that when your dog stops, you don’t. You get to march in place or bring your knees to waist level, while waiting. Maintain good posture and keep your lower back straight. The key is to keep a consistent pace.
       
    2. Dance to the disco beat. Put on a disco CD, cable or satellite disco channel. The disco beat keeps the pace.
       
    3. If you have a treadmill, bike, elliptical machine, etc. in your living space use it for 8 minutes. These machines will keep your pace, so enjoy!
       
    4. Use “The Breath” that is conscious breathing in all workouts. There are many types of breathing techniques however, my favorite for working out and getting more circulation to the heart and the entire body is: The mouth is closed, inhale through the nose, open the mouth and exhale blowing out a candle. To begin, do this 2 to 3 times according to your comfort level.

Or you may choose:

  • The 20 minute workout- This would consist of 10 to 12 minutes of aerobics and 3 minutes of arms with 2 minutes of stomach work three times a week. Know that arms and stomach are included in your aerobics as long as you keep a consistent upbeat pace with an exhale on exertion. You are welcome to do 20 minutes of aerobics and add 3 minutes of arms and 2 for stomach.
  1. Purchase a workout video, watch your favorite early morning fitness show, or your cable company may have FIT TV. Choose variety to spice up your workout.
     
  2. All of the choices for the 8 minute workout can be done in the 20 minute workout

Notice that whether you choose the 8 minute workout every day or the 20 minute workout 3 times a week, this equals to approximately one hour a week! One hour a week sounds like a done deal to me. Does it for you? This is a way to stay consistently fit for mid-life.

Housework, gardening, swimming, golfing, tennis, skiing, horseback riding, etc. are enjoyable activities that keep the body moving.

I’d love to hear how you are moving forward with your consistency and your fitness at andrea@alignmentwithlife.com.
Exercise habits – Part 2 will be included in this months “Motivational Update”. Eating habits - Part 3 will be the June ezine newsletter and will conclude “The Upside of Mid-Life Fitness.
 

 
Knowing that ALL IS WELL!

Coach Andrea

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