Author – Melissa Plumeau – AEA Aquatic Training Specialist. The first aqua fitness class I taught in 2003, consisted of a long list of every move I had ever done in the pool. I planned EXACTLY eight repetitions of each, with no repeats. Before I taught, I sat in the bathroom stall anxiously reviewing that […]
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Is Water Aerobics Right for You?
Aquatic exercise can relieve stress, ease achy joints, improve balance and even help you make friends. Author – Barbara Sadick, AARP. Published August 15, 2023. Aquatic exercise is a fun way to work out that doesn’t put pressure on bones, joints or muscles. Water creates natural resistance that supports the weight of the body and reduces impact […]
Effects of Resistance Exercise on Bone Health
Authors – A Ram Hong1 and Sang Wan Kim2Author informationArticle notesCopyright and License informationDisclaimerGo to: Abstract The prevalence of chronic diseases including osteoporosis and sarcopenia increases as the population ages. Osteoporosis and sarcopenia are commonly associated with genetics, mechanical factors, and hormonal factors and primarily associated with aging. Many older populations, particularly those with frailty, are likely […]
Aquatic Exercise and Bone Density
Author – Irene Pluim Mentz, Published on – https://www.jennilynnfitness.com/ We have always heard that to increase bone density, you need weight bearing activities, preferably with increased impact. But is that really so? With this article I hope to increase understanding of the mechanics needed to keep your bones strong and debunk the myth of needing […]
ARTHRITIS & water exercise
Published by Arthritis Australia © Copyright 2007. Reviewed December 2017. Water exercise is safe and suitable for people with arthritis. There are various options, depending on your needs, fitness and ability. This sheet has been written for people with arthritis to provide general information about water exercise. It includes information about different options for exercising […]
Neurobics for Purposeful Recovery
Author – Lori Sherlock, Ed.D. lsherlock@hsc.wvu.edu What are Neurobics? Why are we Interested in Brain Health? Cognitive decline & development of dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease Benefits of Neurobics Physical Exercise is Equally Important in Brain Health Creating Neurobics: Intensity & Complexity: “It could be argued that the recovery period is equally important as the exercise […]
What grip strength can tell you about how well you’re aging
Author – Gretchen Reynolds posted on The Washington Post January 18, 2023 Want to know how well you’re aging? Check your grip strength. Grip strength is closely linked to mortality in people of all incomes, and may be a better indicator of life expectancy than blood pressure. A recent study of 1,275 men and women found that those […]
Training the invisible generation – Smashing stereotypes of mature fitness: Part 2
MAR 29, 2021 | BY NETWORK In this second of a two-part series, Leigh Sherry and Lianne Tiemens explore the key areas to focus on in order to deliver effective and safe workouts for the increasing mature aged population. Leigh Sherry is an accredited Exercise Physiologist based in Sydney’s Northern Beaches, where she runs SmartLife® Health & Fitness. Leigh […]
‘Your oldies are so cute’ – Smashing stereotypes of mature fitness: Part 1
JAN 18, 2021 | BY NETWORK In this first of a two-part series Leigh Sherry and Lianne Tiemens discuss the need to shake up industry perceptions about fitness delivery to older adults. Leigh Sherry is an accredited Exercise Physiologist based in Sydney’s Northern Beaches, where she runs SmartLife® Health & Fitness. Leigh is also a group fitness instructor of more […]
Living Better After Cancer
Source: Channel News Asia/Health Matters A curable cancer can be the catalyst for better physical and mental health. Amid splashes of pool water and laughter, Yu Poh Leng’s voice pierces through the blaring up-tempo music, “3, 2, 1… Catch your breath, very good!” Filled with energy, she barely breaks a sweat at a poolside 10 […]