February 17th

February 17^th is a perfect day for you to set new records in your training, and to attempt things you thought you were too old for.

I could tell you of a few 70 something’s who have set new records in the last couple of weeks, and are mighty proud of their new personal bests. From running, to cycling, to mountain walking, the sky is literally the limit for some!!!

Things you normally associate with being 70 something are not necessarily true.

For example, if you are suffering from weak bones and joints, then it doesn’t have to be that way. Strength training working against resistance such as press ups done properly, and done to your own personal level, will help tremendously your shoulder joints, your collarbones and your whole upper body structure in general.

The same press ups will help your muscle tone if you’re in your 70’s. Nothing worse than having loose skin but that can definitely change, if you’re willing to undertake some strength work with weights, and change your body all over again.

You CAN re-shape your body and look a lot better for the summer, even if you’re in the autumn of your lives.

What about balance? Most people in the 70’s walk sometimes as if balance may be a problem. Working with balance exercises can make a huge difference to you, and working on proper imbalanced surfaces can work very well to improve your balance. For example, those big round inflated balls you see around the place are called fit balls or swiss balls, and simply sitting on them watching a 30 minute TV programme can help dramatically with your core (your stomach, your lower back, your hamstrings, and thighs) and create a new and much more powerful sense of balance for you.

Simply being active every day will make you feel a whole lot better and stronger.

There is absolutely no reason why you cannot improve, as there are many 80 year olds still doing marathons around the world if you take notice of everyday stories.

These tales should contrast greatly with 40 somethings feeling sorry for themselves feeling they are “too old”. The time is NOW to make a difference to yourself and get closer to the person and physique you really want to be with an abundance of energy.

Please go into the training section or the diet section or both hopefully, and pick out the tried and tested methods to be in and get into shape!!!!