Tools for an Optimal Life
volume_up Benefits of Lifting Weights After 50: Unlocking a Stronger, Healthier You Embrace your inner badass – the benefits of lifting weights after 50 extend far beyond sculpted biceps! Here’s how hitting the weights empowers your golden years: Physical benefits: Mental and emotional benefits: Social benefits: Remember, age is just a number. Lifting weights after […]
The Physiology of High Blood Pressure Blood pressure readings are notated as the systolic pressure over the diastolic pressure. The systolic pressure number is the highest pressure reading when the heart is in a state of contraction. The diastolic pressure number is the highest pressure reading when the heart is in a state of relaxation. […]
Can You Get A Good Workout in 30 Minutes? The answer is yes, but you have to exercise smart. Your training time has to be carefully orchestrated so you use every minute effectively. Training should consist of a mix of both cardio and resistance training. Here’s how. Warm up your large lower body muscle groups […]
Winter Outdoor Exercise Clothing Wearing the right clothes when exercising outdoors will help you stay warm, stay visible and stay safe. Before stepping out the door to exercise, it really pays to invest a little in clothing. Spending just a few dollars on these suggestions will make your exercise much safer and much warmer. So […]
Start Getting in Shape for Survival Events For survival preparedness, it’s not just about the supplies you can gather ahead of time or the plans you make about where to escape to. It’s about preparing your mind and body to withstand such an event. Even a minor flood can cause worry and require you […]