7 Summer Fitness Motivators
It feels like we’re heading into our first more-or-less normal summer in three years. Are you looking forward to being outside in the sunshine? Seeing friends and family who live far away? Getting back to golf or tennis?
We all have our favorite summer activities, and we’ve all been limited from enjoying them as much as we want to. But now, it’s time to dust off that list of favorites and make some plans. No matter what’s on your list, be sure to add strength, stamina and agility to your goals. Because if you’re not in good physical shape, you’re going to continue to be limited in what you can do.
And it doesn’t matter what you’re hoping to enjoy. Being fit will help you do it, while improving your quality of life and extending your independence.
Let’s look at common reasons people over 50 decide to get fit or stay fit. What does each one inspire you to do this season? I am here to help you make those desires a reality.
7 Reasons Why
Grandkids. Nobody wants to be the “boring nana,” right? Millions of today’s grandparents play active roles in their grandkids’ lives. Training to be functionally fit will prepare you so that you can get up and down from the floor to play with a toddler granddaughter or climb the bleachers at a grandson’s basketball game.
Feel, Look and Move Better. Most of us want the benefits of exercise more than we want long hours in the gym. It’s no different for people over 50. Exercise improves your mood, your appearance, and your mobility. Strength training two times a week is a great place to start.
Hobbies. Gardening and hiking are just two of the physically demanding hobbies that people enjoy and want to continue, regardless of age. Want to avoid injuring your back lifting bags of soil? Resistance training that progresses slowly and safely, is the answer.
Sports. Some people go to the gym because they like to work out. But for many, it helps them keep doing something else they love. Learn how to develop more strength and power and watch your game improve!
Travel. The pandemic seems to be over, or at least manageable. Is it time to resume checking off that list of places you always wanted to visit? Travel can be exhilarating, but it can also be exhausting…unless you’ve been consistently training for endurance.
Mental Health. You might know that exercise is good for your body. But did you realize it’s also great for your mind, helping to build memory and ward off dementia? Staying mentally sharp by exercising, eating a healthy diet, and getting enough sleep and hydration isn’t just for summer. It’s a year-round motivator!
Physical Health. Did you hear about the real “wonder drug” to help keep your body healthy? It’s called exercise! Fitness even helps us recover from common surgeries and illnesses. Wouldn’t it be great to see shock (the good kind) on your doctor’s face at your next visit?
It really doesn’t matter what you want to do this season. It’s your life! You should enjoy doing whatever you like.
It’s my job to help you get or stay fit over 50 so you can live life on your own terms for as long as you want. Come see me at my Petaluma studio today!