Posts by Sandi Feaster
Finding the grit to mastering pull-ups. How is your grip strength?
For my 70th birthday (in less than 6 months), I aim to do 7 pull-ups. I am just past one week into the Pull Up Revolution program and have realized something significant. My grip strength stinks. I am strong, but my hands are not. Pull-ups are the ultimate test of upper body strength and overall…
Read MorePull-Up Progression: How to Build Strength and Confidence for Pull-Ups
Hey T60Fit Fam! This one is for us older folks, not the young bucks who drink raw eggs before a workout. 💪 Ever felt the rush of starting something new? Whether it’s a new fitness program, a hobby, or a passion project, the thrill of getting started is unparalleled. That’s why New Year’s resolutions are…
Read MoreT60 Fit Exercise Snacks: The Secret Sauce for Travel
Exercise snacks are like the secret sauce for a vibrant travel experience, especially for older adults! Here’s why they’re your travel buddies: So, whether you’re exploring new horizons or chilling on a beach, remember: exercise snacks are your golden ticket to a fantastic, fun-filled travel adventure, no matter your age! Try these T60 Fit Exercise…
Read MoreWhat is an older adult’s superpower if they fall? It’s their triceps
Think Superman and Krypton, that’s your triceps. Those triceps will help you off the floor if you take a tumble. Getting off the floor is truly a superpower. Strong triceps are essential for daily living activities Having strong triceps is essential for activities of daily living (ADLs) that require pushing, lifting, or supporting one’s body weight.…
Read MoreDon’t be a Statistic and Die: The Importance of Fall Prevention and Floor Mobility
We don’t plan to fall, but it happens As the leaves begin to change and the air turns crisp, it’s that magical time of year again – autumn! 🍁 But beyond the pumpkin spice lattes and cozy sweaters, there’s something crucial we need to talk about: fall prevention and the ability to get on and…
Read MoreHow the dash can influence your time here on earth
I came across The Dash Poem by Linda Ellis again ( you can find the poem below) and I remember that I found this poem after my father passed away. I miss him greatly and always think of the impact he had on my life. He encouraged me to seek a profession that I could…
Read MoreWeight Training is one of the most important things for older adults: How to get started
Strength training is incredibly empowering and beneficial to enhance the overall well-being of older adults. Here are some reasons why strength training is especially important: Enhances independence Enhances Independence: By improving muscle strength and mass, it provides you the physical capacity to perform tasks such as carrying groceries, climbing stairs, or getting up from a…
Read MorePiano Lessons can help you gain any skill you are trying to achieve
Did you ever take piano (or other musical instrument) lessons as a kid? Yep, I did! I also played cello. However, not until I was well into my adult life did I really understand how to practice and how that specific type of practice could help me in other ventures. Similarities between piano and golf…
Read MoreHave a medical emergency when out of the country? What should you do?
It can be frightening when you are traveling and you or your family/friends get sick. It’s bad enough when you are in the United States, but what if you are outside the country and something happens? It was a great day until it wasn’t My husband, I, and several friends were in Spain for vacation.…
Read MoreSave your hip from a break by turning on your fast-twitch muscles
When was the last time you fell or nearly fell? Did you catch your foot on a curb or step? Do you have a spring in your feet or do your feet move like Frankenstein? When was the last time you danced? If you find you are dragging your feet a bit more or tripping,…
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