After 40 you don’t have the time and your body doesn’t have the “bounce back-ability“ to allow you to screw up your health and fitness programs anymore. Here’s how to do it right.
Breakfast…it’s a bugger when you’re eating healthy. Cereals…gone Toast and jam…gone Fry up…gone So what on earth are you supposed to eat?
Strength is important. Flexibility is important too, but only with strength throughout the entire range of that flexibility. Flexibility without strength leads to injury. Strength needs to be equally balanced throughout the body. This all needs to be done BEFORE you’re ready to really hit the gym. (Yes this may take some time)
Hard pill to swallow: The state of your health is self imposed. If you want to feel and look better there is always a way – your mind just won’t let you see it.
Workout Hack… 20 secs to 2 mins of push ups, squats or sprints, 3 to 4 times a day. #1 Can be done from anywhere (I used to do squats in the toilets at work) #2 Doesn’t need a gym (refer to #1) #3 Will maintain fitness levels until life goes back to normal in January #4 Provides no excuse not to do it… …will you find one?
Have you ever wondered if it’s possible to achieve peak fitness in less time? “Body by Science” by Doug McGuff M.D. and John Little could be the answer you’re looking for. Tailored for those who are pressed for time yet committed to fitness, it challenges conventional workout norms and presents a scientifically backed, efficient approach to strength training and overall wellness.
Imagine standing at the base of a majestic mountain, the trail winding up into the clouds, or picturing yourself kayaking through serene waters as the sun sets. These aren’t just daydreams – they’re powerful motivators waiting to transform your fitness journey.
In adventure sports, balance plays a crucial yet often overlooked role. Whether it’s hiking up a mountain or catching a wave, the ability to correctly balance the body is absolutely crucial to our performance and is often something most people ignore in their training, mainly as they have no idea how to improve it.
Stand-up paddleboarding is not just a sport; it’s a pathway to a healthier, more balanced life. For those in their mid-life, SUP offers a unique opportunity to rejuvenate both body and mind, to explore new horizons, and to rediscover a sense of adventure and tranquility.
