Facts About Osteoarthritis: 5 Myths Dispelled
1) OA is caused by wear and tear of the joints and is an inevitable consequence of ageing Osteoarthritis (OA) is known as the classic degenerative age-related joint disease. It…
Why Your Parents Should Lift Weights
*This article was originally uploaded as a guest post on Lift Team 6 Have you ever discussed weight training with the older adults in your life? Here's why you should…
Protein Requirements For Older Adults
In this post we will answer 3 key questions commonly asked about older adults and protein intake. What is the recommended amount of protein for older adults?What and when is…
Muscular Strength Vs Power For Older Adults: What’s the Difference?
Muscular strength and power are often used interchangeably but there is an important distinction between the two. Somebody who is exceptionally strong may not be very powerful if they can’t…
My Knee Exercise | 6 Month Knee Exercise Programme
Do you have a painful and stiff knee that is stopping you performing your normal activities? Is it more stiff and painful in the mornings and after being static in…
Osteopenia Vs Osteoporosis: A Guide To Bone Density Loss
Our bones naturally become weaker as we age. Their structure, composition and function decline as bone mass decreases and changes occur in the microarchitecture. If you have a lower than…
How To Live a Longer and Healthier Life
We all want to live a long and happy life, right? While there are of course certain situations that can take this out of our control, according to the World…
Hip Strengthening Exercises For Seniors
Hip strengthening exercises are an excellent way to support the hip joint, one of the most important weight-bearing joints of the body. Located between the pelvis and femur, the hip…
Workout Your Motivation | 5 Stages of Change For Physical Fitness
“How can I motivate myself to change my behaviour? “How do I stay motivated?” “How can I increase my motivation?” These are probably some of the most important questions to…
Exercise & The Immune System – How Are They Linked?
This year we have all suddenly been thrust into a world in which we are thinking more seriously about our own health, and our susceptibility and vulnerability to infections and…