Senior Fitness With Meredith
by Senior Fitness with Meredith
A podcast discussing wellness for seniors, fitness trainers and healthcare industry with enriching topics such as physical and mental wellness, nutrition, positive spirits and motivation for a healthy and active lifestyle.
Episodes
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6 Ways To Track Your Progress Without Using A Scale
In this episode we're sharing six meaningful ways to measure your health and fitness progress without becoming focused on the number on a scale. We explain why body weight alone doesn't tell the whole story and how improvements in strength, energy, mobility, confidence, and everyday activities…
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Start - MWM
“Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.” — Arthur Ashe This quote reminds us that no matter where we are at in our health, wellness, and fitness journeys, you can do it! Meredith
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When To Push And When To Rest
In this episode we discuss how to recognize when your body is ready for a greater challenge and when it needs time to recover. Through practical advice on exercise, energy levels, motivation, and fatigue, we're explaining why listening to your body and developing self-awareness are essential for...
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Movement - MWM
“Lack of activity destroys the good condition of every human being, while movement and methodical physical exercise save it and preserve it.” – Plato This quote reminds us how important moving is for us!! Meredith
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6 Downsizing And Decluttering Tips For Seniors
In this episode, we explore six practical tips to help seniors navigate downsizing and decluttering while protecting their physical safety and emotional well-being. After years of accumulating furniture, keepsakes, gifts, and family memories, deciding what to keep and what to let go of can feel...
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Right Amount - MWM
“If we could give every individual the right amount of nourishment and exercise, not too little and not too much, we would have found the safest way to health.” – Hippocrates This quote reminds us how important what we eat and exercise are, but it is a balancing act to not go overboard in either...
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The 5 Health Benefits Of Functional Fitness
In this episode we discuss the five key benefits of functional fitness and explain how everyday movements can help people stay strong, active, and independent as they age. Rather than focusing on lifting the heaviest weights or performing intense workouts, functional fitness emphasizes practical...
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Two Things - MWM
“There are two things a person should never be angry at: what they can help and what they cannot.” - Plato This quote reminds us to not be angry at anything that happens in life…we must enjoy the journey! Meredith
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The Top 7 Regrets Men Have When Reaching Age 60
In this episode we explore seven common regrets men experience as they reach their 60s and reflect on their lives. From prioritizing work over relationships to neglecting health, friendships, and personal happiness, the discussion offers valuable reminders about what truly matters and why it is...
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Journey - MWM
“Stay strong, full of faith, and courageous ... keep that backbone straight. And along the way, don’t forget to laugh and enjoy the journey.” —Charles R. Swindoll This quote reminds us to enjoy the ride while staying strong through the many ups and downs! Meredith
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5 Secrets to Tackling Muscle Soreness
Muscle soreness is something almost everyone experiences, whether from exercise, daily activities, or doing something unfamiliar or more strenuous than usual. In this episode, we explain what causes delayed-onset muscle soreness and share five practical ways to manage it, from getting enough rest...
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Nows - MWM
“Forever is composed of nows.” —Emily Dickinson This quote reminds us that it is important to live in the now, not the past and future…the now is everything forever! Meredith
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5 Benefits Of A Daily Walk
In this episode we explore why walking is one of the simplest and most accessible forms of exercise, especially as we age. We cover five important benefits of making walking part of your daily routine, while also addressing the common misconception that you need to reach 10,000 steps a day to be...
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Rain - MWM
“Into each life some rain must fall.” —Henry Wadsworth Longfellow This quote reminds us that there will be good days and bad days, but know each is worth it! Meredith
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An Introduction To "Exercise Snacks"
In this episode we introduce the idea of “Exercise Snacks”—short, one- to five-minute bursts of intentional movement that can be sprinkled throughout the day. We breakdown how these small amounts of activity can help people become more active, build confidence, improve mobility and balance, and...
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Short Visit - MWM
“You’re only here for a short visit. Don’t hurry, don’t worry. And be sure to smell the flowers along the way.” —Walter Hagen This quote reminds us that time goes fast and it is very limited…make the most of it! Meredith
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5 Tips From "Super Agers" On Living A Healthy Life
In this episode of the Senior Fitness Podcast with Meredith, we're exploring the habits and attitudes of people known as “SuperAgers”—adults age 80 and older who maintain cognitive abilities comparable to people decades younger. Drawing from research and interviews with SuperAgers, they've...
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A Difference - MWM
“Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does.” —William James This quote reminds us that everything we do, no matter how small, makes a difference in some way, somehow. Meredith
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5 Foundations of a Good Health Span (Health Span vs Life Span)
In this episode we explore the difference between lifespan and health span and discuss five foundations for maintaining a healthier, more functional life as we age. Rather than simply focusing on how many years we live, your health span emphasizes the importance of maintaining quality of life,...
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Meaning Of Life - MWM
“Whatever we are, whatever we make of ourselves, is all we will ever have—and that, in its profound simplicity, is the meaning of life.” ―Philip Appleman This quote reminds us that we must look at our lives in a positive way, knowing we are who we are, be happy, and know that life is beautiful!...
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5 Benefits Of Fitness On Your Overall Health
In this episode we're taking a closer look at five common health and wellness tips and put them to the test: fact or myth? We addresses popular advice about detoxing, hydration, daily step counts, sleep trackers, and healthy eating while emphasizing how confusing health information can be,...
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Fear - MWM
“Never let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game.” —Babe Ruth This quote reminds us to get off the bench, go up to the plate, and play with no fear of hitting a home run or striking out…live fully! Meredith
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Are These 5 Wellness Tips Fact or Myth?
In this episode, we take a closer look at five popular health and wellness tips and ask whether they are fact or myth. We highlight how confusing health advice can be, especially with the overwhelming amount of information, social media recommendations, and products marketed to older adults. This...
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Knowledge - MWM
“If you have knowledge, let others light their candles in it.” —Margaret Fuller This quote reminds us that we all have something to give to others…let’s make sure we share our gifts. Meredith
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Breaking Down The Challenges Of Ageism
Your age has a lot of meaning especially as you get older. More experience, wisdom and perhaps mental and physical well being. But when you are judged by other strictly by your age, it can cause feelings of being less than, ignored or counted out all together. This is called "Ageism" or judging...
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Lessons - MWM
“There are no regrets in life. Just lessons.” —Jennifer Aniston This quote reminds us that lessons come from all things we do, even if it doesn't turn out how we think it should. No regrets from those things, only lessons! Meredith
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5 Ways To Get The Most Out Of Your Doctor Visits
Visiting the doctor can sometimes be a stressful situation especially if you are looking to to find out if there is something wrong or why you're not feeling well. These visits can sometimes feel like walking into a "hurricane" and you may not always get the time with the doctor that you're…
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Time - MWM
“A man who dares to waste one hour of time has not discovered the value of life.” —Charles Darwin This quote reminds us how precious every moment is that we get in our lives, and we must make the most of them all! Meredith
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Our 5 Best Fitness Tips For Seniors
In this week's podcast we're getting back to basics and sharing our 5 best fitness tips for seniors. Regular exercise is considered one of the biggest contributors to longevity and a healthier physical and mental state. If you exercise regularly or are even looking to get started than this…
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Live - MWM
“May you live every day of your life.” —Jonathan Swift This quote reminds us that as simple as it sounds, we must live life and not just go through the motions! Meredith
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5 Mental Health Benefits of Playing Board Games
Board games are a great past time and a great way to spend time with family and friends but did you know that you are also benefitting from the cognitive aspects whilst playing? Your mental health is just as important as your physical health and regularly participating in board games (or "brain...
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Focus - MWM
“It is during our darkest moments that we must focus to see the light.” —Aristotle This quote reminds us that even when times are bad we must work extra hard to get through it, but we can! Meredith
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What We Learned After 100 Livestream Workout Classes On YouTube
In 2020 we started running livestream exercise classes on YouTube at least once a month to help people who were confined in their home due to COVID restrictions. As we were able to open up and leave our homes, we decided to keep our live stream schedule and this week we are finally coming up on…
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Smile - MWM
“Keep smiling, because life is a beautiful thing and there’s so much to smile about.” —Marilyn Monroe This quote reminds us that whatever we go through, remember to keep smiling as it is a great life! Meredith
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Why Your Balance Is Important As You Age
Your balance is one of the most important aspects of aging and living independently. Everyday tasks like grocery shopping, walking up and down stairs, getting in and out of a car etc. all require balance and stability. Focusing on habits that improve your balance should be taken as a priority...
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Your Road - MWM
“If you don’t like the road you’re walking, start paving another one.” —Dolly Parton This quote reminds us that no matter what, we can always change what we are doing if we are unhappy! Meredith
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Stop Saying These Common Quotes About Aging
"You can't teach an old dog a new trick" - We use quotes like this very commonly to describe what it feels like to get old but sometimes these sayings can be taken out of context and generalized. For this episode, we decided to highlight a few common quotes like this and attempt to re-frame or...
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Persistence - MWM
“Be persistent and never give up hope.” —George Lucas This quote reminds us to always keep going with hope in our hearts! Meredith
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The Importance Of Daily Movement
Installing the habit of practicing daily movement is an important aspect of living and active and independent life. Tasks like grocery shopping and carrying groceries, gardening, cleaning the house, walking etc all carry big benefits when done regularly. Luckily some of these rarely feel like...
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Hold On In Life - MWM
“Life has got all those twists and turns. You’ve got to hold on tight and off you go.” ―Nicole Kidman This quote reminds us that life is full of uncertainties, which are part of the ride! Meredith
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5 Tips For Healthy Traveling
It's travel season currently and going on a trip can be a lot of fun but it can also be somewhat stressful. Airports, long flights, long drives, time zone changes, lack of sleep can all add up and take a toll on you more than you might think. Luckily there are a few small tips you can implement…
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Life - MWM
“In three words I can sum up everything I’ve learned about life: It goes on.” ―Robert Frost This quote reminds us that life always goes on, no matter what we go through! Meredith
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Why We Love Our New "Everyday Routine" Exercise Video Series
We've begun rolling out a new series in our video library called "Everyday Routines". This series consists of various exercises and workouts that you can do safely everyday without risk of over use and over working your body. Gentle, safe and reliable movements to help your body stay active and...
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Becoming - MWM
“For me, becoming isn’t about arriving somewhere or achieving a certain aim. I see it instead as forward motion, a means of evolving, a way to reach continuously toward a better self. The journey doesn’t end.” —Michelle Obama This quote reminds us to keep going, the journey never ends! Meredith
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The 5 Important Pillars Of Good Brain Health
June is recognized as Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month, a global campaign dedicated to promoting cognitive health, early detection, and support for those impacted by dementias. The movement encourages individuals to learn the warning signs of cognitive decline and adopt proactive…
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Knowledge - MWM
"Knowledge without follow-through is worse than no knowledge." – Sources of Insight This quote reminds us that no matter how much we know, if we do not do something with it it is all for nothing! Meredith
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Sharing Inspiring Stories While Revisiting Our 7 Day Custom Workout Plan
Back in 2020 we began offering a "Custom 7 Day Workout Plan" which allowed customers to purchase a workout plan that is designed by Meredith to cater specifically to their fitness goals. This plan consists of specifically chosen workout videos from our growing library which is something you can...
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Doubt - MWM
"If you must doubt something, doubt your limits." – Price Pritchett This quote reminds us to not doubt ourselves, keep going! Meredith
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5 Easy Ways To Stay Hydrated
Hydration counts as one of the pillars in living a healthy life especially as you age. However, it is often overlooked and can cause health issues if not made a regular habit. Taking in water at regular intervals throughout the day has many benefits and helps keep your mind and body well…
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Safety - MWM
"A ship in harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for." – John A. Shedd This quote reminds us that we are made to move, not be idle…so move when you can! Meredith
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About this show
A podcast discussing wellness for seniors, fitness trainers and healthcare industry with enriching topics such as physical and mental wellness, nutrition, positive spirits and motivation for a healthy and active lifestyle.
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Senior Fitness with Meredith