by Rachel Law | Apr 30, 2023 | Fitness tips
As we get older it becomes important to actively maintain muscle mass, as it will naturally decrease with age if we do not. There are a number of reasons why we lose muscle mass as we age. Some of the most common reasons include: Hormonal changes. As we age, our...
by Rachel Law | Mar 24, 2023 | Fitness tips
Upper body training can sometimes be put to one side when older people are trying to maintain a level of fitness and mobility. In the last two articles I’ve pointed out the benefits of lower body training to maintain balance and reduce the risk of falls as you age....
by Rachel Law | Feb 24, 2023 | Fitness tips
For some people, it can be difficult maintaining a fitness regime as menopause approaches and in the years beyond. This period often coincides with the time when we have the most demands on our time, with our careers and families, maybe caring for parents as well as...
by Rachel Law | Jan 20, 2023 | Fitness tips
There are many reasons why you should think about toning your glutes especially if you have a sedentary lifestyle. Here are a few of the most important ones:Strong glutes can help improve your posture and reduce back pain. When your glutes are weak, they can’t...
by Rachel Law | Jan 9, 2023 | Fitness tips, weight loss
Some things never change, and some fitness myths never seem to fade away. If you believe some of these misconceptions, you could be undermining your fitness efforts. As we start the New Year, many of you will be embarking on yet another new exercise programme. If you...
by Rachel Law | Apr 17, 2022 | Fitness tips
I’ve spent much of the past 3 years in the gym.. both as a participant and as a teacher My exercise regime has remained consistent through that time but with tweaks as I have matured. I have always focussed mainly on resistance training. At times in my late 30s and...
