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Many people used to think of running as the gold standard for fitness but as we get older and especially in our middle and later years, we need to reconsider what works. And there is an equally effective, lower-impact, and more enjoyable alternative. Fast walking: or brisk walking, is a powerhouse exercise that’s kind to your joints, great for your heart, and perfect for your lifestyle. Whether you’re easing back into exercise or looking for a sustainable way to stay fit, fast walking might be the secret to transforming your fitness routine. This blog post contains paid for links.  Fast walking is an effective and enjoyable way to stay fit in midlife.
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If you want to live a longer life, then one of the best forms of exercise to take up is tennis! Tennis is great fun, it is a focused sport that requires concentration, tactical thinking and alertness and an exercise that helps to release feel-good endorphins, keeping you fit and happy! I played tennis as a teenager, and later on with my children when they were young, but not recently. I used to love a trip to the tennis courts with my mum but did you know that playing tennis can increase life expectancy by an average of 9.7 years. There is clearly a reason why we hear of so many older people taking up racquet sports. Racquet sports include tennis and the newly popular pickleball and paddle ball. For badminton players it's 6.2 years so still pretty good! If you are ready to live a healthier life, read on to find out just why tennis is the best sport for extending life expectancy ... This blog post contains paid for links.  Tennis is the best sport for increasing life expectancy! Most women complain they have gained weight with age, I know it is a regular topic with my girlfriends, and my own struggle with hormonal imbalances have resulted in slow weight gain, my fat distribution is certainly different and the hormonal belly fat is real. But why, why do the hormonal changes of perimenopause and menopause mean that the weight gain and fat cells end up on the belly? Weight gain doesn't have to be inevitable, the earlier we make lifestyle changes and introduce new habits the better, in fact new research suggests that making changes early in the perimenopause years (around age 45 on average) can play a significant role in helping us maintain a healthy weight. The best way to take control of extra weight and look after our overall health is to make sure we have a healthy diet, incorporate regular physical activity, get enough sleep and manage our stress levels. But understanding why we gain weight at this time in our lives can be reassuring and helps to give us the motivation to make the changes needed! This blog post contains affiliate links. In April 2025 Lumen are offering 50% off sitewide and an additional 10% off using my code FIFTYFF at checkout.  Understanding hormonal weight gain - strength training is key to managing our metabolism Above: I'm wearing Amazing Jane Activewear with Skechers trainers.
Have you heard of EMS training!? EMS refers to Electrical Muscle Stimulation and whilst it has been around a while, it is still a fairly new concept in the UK and not that well known yet but it is a fantastic way to kickstart a fitness programme. I tried it out recently, I completed three weeks of EMS training sessions with Karl at Frequency EMS in Reading. And my blog post will explain more about what it is and how I got on including what it felt like! EMS training is an innovative approach that can give significant results in much less time compared to the more traditional workouts we are used to. An EMS session works all your major muscle groups in just 20 minutes, it's a full-body workout designed to help you achieve your fitness goals and improve your overall health over a shorter period of time. This is a gifted blog post.  What is EMS training!? I tried it out with Karl at Frequency EMS in Reading. |
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