Still Got ItHave you ever wondered what practical use your workouts have in daily life? You’re not alone. Plenty of us look at someone doing bicep curls or bench presses and think, Why would I want to do that? That’s where functional fitness comes in.
Still Got ItFor years, Cindy Dallow thought endurance sports were all she needed to stay healthy. The longtime triathlete and PhD in nutrition could bike for miles, run 10Ks, and finish Ironman events — but she couldn’t do a single push-up. “I didn’t see the point in resistance training or going to the gym,” Cindy says. “I was fit. Or so I thought.”
Still Got It(It’s About More Than Just Muscles!) Think strength training is just for bodybuilders and gym rats? Think again. If you’re over 50, building strength is one of the most important things you can do for your health, your independence, and your overall quality of life. Here’s why it matters more than ever — and why it’s never too late to start.
Still Got ItOsteoarthritis (OA) is a common condition, especially for those over 50, leading to joint pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. While many people believe rest is the best approach, research shows that the right strength training program can actually help manage and even improve osteoarthritis symptoms.