As people age, the fear of losing their physical capabilities and ultimately their independence grows stronger.  As the years pass, our muscles weaken and atrophy and the functions related to those muscles become less refined.  If nothing is done to prevent this process, performing the activities of daily living becomes more difficult.  These activities may include taking a shower, walking down the stairs, or other more important acts such as lifting grandchildren.  When activities such as showering or walking down stairs become more difficult, independence is slowly lost.  The best way to slow this process and retain a higher quality of life for a longer period of time is through exercise.

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I have been on many trips in my lifetime.  Some have been overnight getaways and some have been a week or longer .  Of course I always manage to have a great time, but for me if I miss a workout I feel as if I am losing ground in regard to my physical fitness.  That is mentally draining on me.  It detracts from my enjoyment of my trip. For this reason, I have developed workouts that I can do anywhere with little or no equipment.  These workouts have become a very enjoyable part of my traveling.  I look forward to finding unique ways to create an effective workout in any setting.

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As the New Year approaches, fitness resolutions are on many lists.  After another year of physical neglect many people will promise themselves to get fit.  This time they say it is for real!  For their sake I wish them luck and I hope this is not yet another year for empty promises.  As plans are set to fulfill this year’s fitness resolutions, I would like to stress the importance of setting a realistic plan of attack.

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Welcome to 2010.  As we enter into this new decade, many are considering their resolutions for the New Year.  Most resolutions center on fitness or weight loss. It is important to remember that when someone fails to achieve their fitness or weight loss goal it is generally because their goal is not S.M.A.R.T.

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