Optimum Fitness For Middle Age – Part 1

On any give day, one of us will walk by a mirror, observe a
photograph, or see our reflection in the glass Where did the
time go, and why didn’t we see it before? When you have true
friends, they accept you for who you are So, you can expect no
criticism from them
However, your family physician, photographs, and mirrors, won’t
make excuses for you Some people label it, “middle age spread”
or “battle of the bulge,” but how do you regain control of this
uphill battle?
You are concerned with body weight, body fat, blood sugar, blood
pressure, and your cholesterol levels Which of those readings
should concern you the most? You know it’s time to make a
change Should you join a health club?
What piece of exercise equipment could you fit into your house?
Every time you see fitness equipment commercials, the models are
the age of your children The basic fitness rules for the
average 25 year old do not apply to us Your joints are worn
from step aerobics, Tae Bo, and spinning classes Now you are in
search of a low impact alternative
So, where do you start and what are your options? Actually, you
have quite a few options Some are popular, and others are less
popular, but just as effective
Yoga classes have a huge variety of low impact exercise
routines Some classes hold postures, and others flow through
each posture by matching breath with movement You can’t go
wrong, and you may be able to pick up an introductory, or free,
introductory package Most of all, try different types of Yoga
classes to see what fits your needs
Weight resistance training is still a great workout, for many
reasons, and you don’t have to sit down between sets, unless you
want to This enables you to keep your heart rate steady; you
may want to use an exercise heart monitor, which gives you the
chance to exercise at a challenging, but safe level, without
worry
I would suggest a personal trainer, if you have been out of
circulation for a while Make sure your personal trainer is
knowledgeable and understanding Also, be aware that some
personal trainers specialize in body builders, some specialize
in training women, and some have holistic knowledge It is wise
to shop around for the best personal trainer to suit your needs
Elliptical trainers offer a stimulating, low impact, cross
training, weight bearing, and aerobic workout I don’t own
shares in any of the companies that manufacture these gems, but
they are my personal favorite You can find home gym models that
retail for around the annual cost of a health club membership
However, be honest with yourself about making a commitment to
use it It’s a shame when an elliptical trainer becomes a
glorified clothes rack
In the next article, we will discuss more exercise options and
diet

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