Posts by Sandi Feaster
Don’t Wait for January: Why December is the Best Time to Start Your Resolutions!
Kickstart your New Year’s Resolutions Now! The holidays are here! A season of warmth, joy, and togetherness. But why wait until January 1st to set new goals? With a little planning, you can turn this festive time into a springboard for a healthier, more vibrant year ahead. Starting your resolutions early eases holiday stress and…
Read MoreDiscover the Magic: Turn 1 Minute of Exercise Into 5 Extra Minutes of Life
A Gift You Can Give Yourself Every Day Aging brings wisdom, joy, and maybe a few extra laugh lines, but staying active is one of the best ways to keep the good times rolling. Recent research shows that every single minute of exercise could add an extra five minutes to your life. Yes, you read…
Read MoreUnlock Your Potential: October Can Be a Time for New Beginnings
As we close out October, this time of year is an excellent opportunity to reassess your goals and make positive life changes. The article, October Is The Time To Reset Your Goals first appeared in The Wall Street Journal Monday, 21 October 2024. It inspired me to adapt it to all of us who are…
Read MoreStay Fit and Vibrant After 60: Here’s Your No-Weight Workouts
Hello, fabulous friends! 🌟 As we embrace our 60s and beyond, it’s essential to keep our bodies moving and grooving. Staying active helps us maintain our physical health and has been shown to be a mood booster. And guess what? You don’t need a gym full of fancy equipment to stay fit! Today, let’s look…
Read MoreYou should be concerned if you have taken a fall in the past few months.
The week of September 23rd – 27th, 2024 is Fall Prevention Week. If you have taken a tumble this past year, I hate to worry you – but you should worry. According to the National Council on Aging (NCOA): According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one-fourth of Americans aged 65 and…
Read MoreTips for Finding a Fitness Program That Is Right for You
Written by Sandra Feaster and first appeared July 15, 2024, in Sixty and Me Health and Fitness You wake up, look in the mirror, and think, “I want to be in better shape.” But what does that mean to you? Is it about golfing better, kayaking, taking a long hike, or keeping up with the…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Protein Playbook for Seniors: 9 Must-Know Tips
As we age, maintaining good health becomes increasingly important. One key aspect is ensuring we get the right amount of protein in our diet. It is especially important as we age as protein plays a crucial role in preserving muscle mass and preventing sarcopenia, or muscle wasting. Protein Matters for Older Adults Protein should be…
Read MoreEmbracing Your Journey to Health: Start Where You Are, Even if You Feel Way Behind.
Start where you are Hello friends, and particularly my T60 Fitters. First, I want to tell you how thrilled I am that one of my students is returning to my T60 Fit classes after many months of illness. She is in her 80’s and I must applaud and commend her effort to take that first…
Read MoreSwing into Shape: The Surprising Link Between Fitness and Golf.Â
Why you should care, even if you don’t play golf. It’s all about the hips (and more). My T60 Fit class members often tell me that getting down to the garden or picking weeds, cleaning up spills on the floor, or feeding their pets is often challenging. Getting on and off the floor is tough,…
Read MoreReimagining Fitness: Challenges and Solutions for Older Adults
Hey there, fellow oldsters! Let’s talk about something we all experience but might not always admit. Why was it easier to exercise when we were younger? We all want to do it, but it’s hard. Are you one of those people who are “going to workout tomorrow.” Or how about, the instructor is away, so…
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