Fitness for a Long Life

I get asked what is better...........to lift heavy weights, or lift lighter but do more reps.  It kind of depends on what your goals are, but I discuss both in today's episode. Join me as I discuss the benefits of both and the approach to figuring out the answer to that question. If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

Is there a difference between serving size and portion size?  A lot of people use these terms interchangeably.  They CAN be the same, but ARE they always? Join me as I explore the differences and give you tips to help you make sure they ARE the same! If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

Competition and comparison is a normal part of life.  So, when it comes to your fitness, who should you look to and compare yourself to in order to strive to better yourself? Listen in and then set yourself up for success! If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

Everyone thinks about food to some extent.  A lot of social activities revolve around food.  But sometimes, intrusive and constant thoughts about food can interfere with our daily activities and become an obstacle in getting rid of unwanted weight. So, how do you quiet the noise?  Join me as we visit this topic. If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

We hear more and more about dementia and Alzheimers (a type of dementia).  I think part of that is because our lifestyles have changed so much over the years because, as a society we're not as active.  We are much more sedentary.  But there is also more research that's been done. So, what does the research say about exercise's effect on dementia and Alzheimers?  Listen in! If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

Most people give up on doing any strength training as they get older, and some never even start a strength training program!  Strength training helps preserve our health and it helps us live longer and have a better quality of life! It's never to late to start!  What are you waiting for? If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

We can always plan our life a certain way, but then........life happens!  Something inevitably comes up to throw us off track.  There are things you can do to help preserve both your physical and mental/emotional health when (not if) life throws a curve ball into your plans! Learn what to do to set yourself up for success when setting your physical AND mental goals and priorities! If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

As we get older, a lot of people tend to slow down and if they sustain an injury, they don't bounce back as quickly. But there IS a way to get ahead of Father Time and help yourself to get back more quickly! Last week I celebrated my 60th birthday, and honestly, I don't feel 60!  I have energy and excitement for life, and a lot of it is due to my health and fitness! Come along with me and we'll do this aging thing together! If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA.   

What do you think is the one type of exercise that is the core, or foundation, for your health and fitness?  While all exercise is important, there is one area that you need to focus on. In today's episode, I give you a few exercises of this type that you can do, even if you're just starting out! If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

One of the things people ask me about the most is, "How do I get rid of my belly fat?"  There is a simple solution!  Not always easy, but it's very simple! Join me as I explore this topic and give you statistics to support the findings. And if you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

I specialize in working with Senior adults and I hear a lot of common thoughts and excuses as to why they don't think they can start and maintain a fitness program. The truth is, you can start a fitness/exercise program at ANY age!  And a lot of those excuses?  Well, those are really just reasons TO start exercising! I dish out a little tough love, helpful information and encouragement to help you change your mindset!  Join me! If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

We all make excuses from time to time, especially when it comes to exercising!  I discuss five top reasons people give, but also give work arounds to help you progress in your fitness journey, or even get started. Life is too short to make excuses, especially when it comes to taking care of your health!  Listen in and then make the commitment to yourself.  You've got this! If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA.   

As we get older, our joints can tell us that we have a lot of experience in life!  And many people develop joint pain and arthritis.  Some people deal with Rheumatoid Arthritis, even from an early age, but most of us develop a little ortheoarthritis. While we don't always feel like moving and doing any exercises, if we do even just a little bit, it can ease the arthritis pain.  Here's what you can do to get some relief! If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

Today I'm talking about poop.  Yep........I went there!  But, the fact is, we all do it and it's part of our digestive system.  But it also tells us a lot about our gut health, which in turn tells us a lot about our overall health. Tune in (if you dare) to hear the truths about how to monitor and maintain your gut health and digestion. If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

If we pay attention to nature, we can learn a lot!  I've been watching a couple of doves this past week and certain things stood out to me that parallel our fitness journey. Listen in as I share what we can learn from a couple of doves! If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

Balance can become an issue as we get older.  Having a strong foundation to strengthen our balance is crucial to help avoid falls, which can cause serious injury. Here are a few things you can do to strengthen your foundation while you're sitting, so you can build upon that later when you're standing up. If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA.   

Have you heard the saying, "You are what you eat"?  It's true.  If we put good, nutritious foods that serve our body into our body, we tend to be healthy.  If we put a lot of junk food and processed food into our body, we tend to have all sorts of different ailments from bloating to joint pain to diabetes and even heart disease. This episode talks about things to look for and avoid in the food you eat.  Do yourself a favor and take care of your body! If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

If you think about it, pretty much every decision we make throughout our day, we sacrifice one thing for another.  It might be sacrificing time with family and friends to spend time on social media.  Or it might be sacrificing our health to sit on the couch and eat processed/junk food. If we sacrifice just a little bit of time each day to do something to benefit our health, it will help us in the long run.  If we don't take time to care for our body, we will sacrifice our health, and even possibly our life, later down the road.   What decision will YOU make? If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA.  And if there is a topic you'd like to learn more about, let me know!

We all want to live longer and have the best quality of life possible!  But how do we do that?  I give some direction on how to go about doing that in today's podcast episode. If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help with knowing where to start, having accountability, or exercises to do, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

For many people, they have set a New Year goal to get rid of some weight and/or get healthier.  Nutrition is a key part of that! But where do you start?  How do you know what to eat?  Many have a little bit of an idea, but many don't know what kinds of foods are best in order to reach their goals. Listen in as I go over some of these and give you some guidelines on how to get started and start this new year off on the right track! If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

Many people look for a new start at the beginning of each year.  One of the most common resolutions is to better their health and fitness. But what does that take to be successful in obtaining your goals?  Listen in, and then contact me at the email below and let's get you started off right for the next year! If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

It seems like so many people complain that they gain weight over the holidays.  Well, you CAN avoid that!  Here are a few tips to help you get through the holidays without gaining weight! If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

It's been proven by studies that strength training is more important for our bodies, health and strength after 40 than in our 20s and 30s. Join me as I discuss the benefits of strength training and what that means to you. (This is a previously recorded YouTube video I did over a year ago.  I just had surgery so, I'm pulling from the archives this week.  This particular episode was very helpful to many people, so I'm sharing it again.)  Here's to a healthy, fit and happy Christmas season and New Year. If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

The Christmas Season can be a wonderful time of year, as it should be.  But with all the busy-ness that this season seems to bring, it can also get a bit stressful. So, what can you do to minimize and manage your stress during this time (as well as all year)? Listen in for a few suggestions on things you can do and things you can control during this Christmas season! If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

Sometimes it's fun to mix things up a bit and do a different type of workout.  Today's podcast gives you an idea of how to make a workout a little bit fun with a different twist.  Think 12 Days of Christmas song and that gives you an idea. Want to know more?  Listen in!  And for help with any of these exercises or anything else with your health, fitness and nutrition, send me an email at the email listed below. If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

We all have good intentions when we finally decide to go on a diet.  I don't really like that term, or what it stands for, because our meals need to be a lifestyle and a plan. But even when you think you're eating the "right" stuff and doing all the "right" things, you may not be able to get rid of the weight you want.  Sometimes that is because of a skewed idea of portion size.  In the United States, our idea of portion size has become much larger than what a real portion size is. Tune in to find out a few easy tips on gauging portion size no matter where you are.  You don't need to carry around a food scale or measuring cups! If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA.   

The holidays can be stressful!  But they can also be wonderful!  Reducing or even getting rid of stress eating will help you enjoy your holidays better, trust me! With all the goodies around this time of year, added to the stress that can happen, we often find ourselves reaching for those sugary, high calorie, nutrition empty "comfort foods".  But it doesn't have to be that way. Find out things you can do instead, and to also help reduce your stress! If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

So many people put in the work throughout the year to better their health and fitness, but then slack off and totally give up over the holidays.  It's easy to have excuses during this busy time. But you don't have to completely quit and slack off!  Consistency is key, even if the duration of your workout is less.  Remember, health and fitness is a lifestyle, and that means over the holidays, too. Listen in to hear how you can stay consistent and reap the benefits and still enjoy your holidays! If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

It's hard to believe the holidays are almost upon us!  Too many people scrap their hard work they've done over the year with their fitness and nutrition and give up on continuing their workouts and eating healthy, all in the name of "enjoying" the holidays. You can still enjoy the holidays (even with all the goodies) and also keep up your fitness and nutrition.  Stay on track and you won't have to work twice (or more) as hard after the holidays to get back on track! Here are a few tips to help you stay on track and stay healthy.  Yes, you can still enjoy those sweet treats.  Just keep everything in balance! If you need help with this, or simply want accountability during this time, send me an email.  If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

What if you could change just one thing that would help you be successful in your fitness journey, and for that matter, in LIFE?  Would you make that one change in order to get where you want with your health and fitness?  In life? What is that ONE thing?  Anybody can do it!  Listen in as I discuss this one change that will change everything! If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

While we know that exercise has many physical health benefits, it actually goes beyond just that.  It helps us mentally as well as our every day life. Listen in to hear more benefits, and then get moving! You only have this one life!  Make the best of it! If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

Part 3 - Our food is not what it used to be 100 years ago!  We are trying to do more and more in our busy lives with less quality food than what was seen then.  Because of our busy lifestyles, we tend to eat more "convenience" foods, which are ultra-processed.  We see far more diseases and ailments now than we did, and a lot of it is due to our food and lifestyle. This is Part 3 in a series of episodes I'm doing to cover information on this and what you can do to make some changes to take back control of your health and live the best life possible in today's world. If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

Part 2 - Our food is not what it used to be 100 years ago!  We are trying to do more and more in our busy lives with less quality food than what was seen then.  Because of our busy lifestyles, we tend to eat more "convenience" foods, which are ultra-processed.  We see far more diseases and ailments now than we did, and a lot of it is due to our food and lifestyle. This is Part 2 in a series of episodes I'm doing to cover information on this and what you can do to make some changes to take back control of your health and live the best life possible in today's world. If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

Our food is not what it used to be 100 years ago!  We are trying to do more and more in our busy lives with less quality food than what was seen then.  Because of our busy lifestyles, we tend to eat more "convenience" foods, which are ultra-processed.  We see far more diseases and ailments now than we did, and a lot of it is due to our food and lifestyle. This is Part 1 in a series of episodes I'll be doing to cover information on this and what you can do to make some changes to take back control of your health and live the best life possible in today's world. If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

As we age, we can develop osteopenia or osteoporosis, which can cause us to fracture bones a lot easier.  We need to work on strengthening our bones and our muscles, and work on our balance to help avoid falls that can cause those fractures! Here are some exercises you can do to help prevent osteoporosis, or at least help stop the progression and even build back some bone density if you already have osteoporosis.  Keep your bones healthy so you don't break so easy! If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

You don't have to workout 7 days a week.  You can, and SHOULD, rest, too!  Rest actually helps you build muscle and strength and improves your overall fitness. If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

While doing exercise to have a better quality of life is super important, sometimes people want to work on transforming their body as well.  The work outs are a bit different for that. If you're wanting to decrease body fat and increase muscle, listen in to some tips that can help! If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

Sometimes we think we're taking in less calories than we're burning, but how do you really know unless you're tracking your food intake?  Track your macros and then use these 3 tips to help with your journey. If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. And for help with this and other health and fitness things, send an email to [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

We are all so busy!  I get it!  I am too.  However, we need to make sure our priorities for our health and fitness are scheduled into our busy schedule.  Yes, we all have time when we MAKE time to exercise and prioritize our health and fitness.  So, have you made it a priority in your life? If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

We all know that exercise and strength training is important, but a lot of people don't want to just go through the motions just for the sake of saying they exercised or worked out.  We do it because we want results, whether that is getting rid of body fat, looking better, bettering our health or being able to move better. So, how do you know if what you're doing is really working?  There are some things you can look for to know early on in your fitness journey that they are the right things in the right amount. If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

People want a magic pill to take to help them lose body fat and gain muscle.  Well, unfortunately, there is no magic pill (even though there are plenty of ads on different products claiming that). It DOES take work!  But I give you some ideas of stuff you can do to aid in the loss of body fat.  Listen in and start making those small changes today! If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

Your body won't go where your mind doesn't push it.  Pay attention to how you talk to yourself and what you tell yourself.  Is it forward-thinking, progress-minded or negative and putting yourself down? How you talk to yourself matters!  You will see more success with your fitness (and other areas of your life) with the right mindset.   If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

If you are just starting, or thinking of starting, your fitness journey to better your health AND your fitness, and overall well-being, here are a few exercises to help get you started.  Remember......this is not a sprint and you won't get there overnight!  You didn't get HERE overnight, either.  Learn to do something to stay active every day and you will start seeing the rewards and benefits!  YOU'VE GOT THIS! If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

There are so many fad diets out there, and many people try one after another after another and end up in a cycle of yo-yo dieting, losing weight then gaining it back over and over.  End the craziness and madness and learn how to eat in a way that your body utilizes the fuel you give it.  And yes, sometimes that means actually eating MORE food!  Check it out! If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

Most people want to stay looking as young as they can for as long as they can, right?  And for some people it seems to come easier than for others.  Why is that?  We know that some things just are harder as we get older…….fitness and nutrition are definitely among those! Are you searching for the Fountain of Youth and don't even know where to start?  I give you some tips to help with that! If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

40 seems to be the magic age where our bodies start changing as we get older.  That’s when we start losing more muscle mass and strength and other parts of our body can start changing as well.  That’s when we see more physical ailments and diseases start cropping up. That’s why it’s so important, critical even, to incorporate strength training into our lifestyle! I talk about how to avoid and help reverse the deterioration our body can have.  Listen in! If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

So many things that we learn IN the gym can be applied to our every day life.  I share 10 points that can help you live a better life both in and out of the gym! If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

Most people know they need to do something to help their strength and fitness, but a lot of people don't know where to start.  I give you five exercises you can even do at home for full body strength to start your strengthening journey. If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

Do you have belly fat you want to get rid of?  Do you have flabby arms that you want to reduce the flab?  Do you want to minimize your booty or legs? There ARE ways to do this, but it might not be what you think!  Listen in for some info and tips to help you! If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA. 

We all have excuses on why we can't or won't do something, including exercise.  But knowing your WHY might help overcome those excuses.  It's a matter of priorities........we all do what we feel is important and make time for those things.  Make a decision to better your health and fitness and NO MORE EXCUSES! If you find this information valuable and helpful, be sure to give this a 5 star rating and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!  And share it with friends and family, and on social media. If you would like 1:1 help, please contact me at [email protected] and visit my website at www.lifelong-fitness.com.  Or fill out my questionnaire/application at https://bit.ly/3JjvZGA.