COVID! The pandemic very likely took a toll on your life in one way or another. From shifting to remote work to spending more time at home, the changes you experienced were likely a mix of good and bad. As life gradually normalizes and you reenter the everyday world, take the opportunity to seize the positive elements of this evolution and leverage them for the better. This guide from Post 50 RX explains how to use common COVID-related changes to build a better life. Build a Better Life NO time like the present- you've earned … [Read more...]
How to Build the Ultimate Home Gym for Every Budget
In the times we live in today, a home gym sounds better than ever. Just one problem- the price tag that comes with renovations. Gym equipment can be costly, especially with prices rising for building materials. But, don’t sweat it, there are still ways to build an at-home gym without breaking the bank. By setting a reasonable budget, making the necessary renovations for the space, and buying the right equipment, you’ll be on your way to having the ultimate home gym. How to Build the Ultimate Home Gym Below is a helpful guide with a few tips … [Read more...]
How to Get the BEST Workout Without Leaving Your Chair!
Finally! A flexible, as-you-want-it, as-you-need-it exercise program for older adults. Whether you are looking for the BEST chair workout or cross training for your next half marathon, Silver&Fit truly has Something for Everyone®. With a full schedule of daily workouts, Silver&Fit® Fit at Home™ puts healthy aging is at your fingertips. Reach no farther than your cell phone, computer, or smart TV! *Silver&Fit sponsored this post. After using their Fit at Home™ program throughout the quarantine and pandemic, I can say … [Read more...]
Best Remedies for When You Overdo Your Exercise Routine | Coronavirus Survival Manual
Now you've done it. In an aspiration to use your "free" time to reinvent your body and health, you've jumped in a bit too hard. Ouch. Even seasoned athletes occasionally reach that point of no return. That straw that breaks the runner's (or cyclists, or swimmer's, or tennis player's- you get it) back. It happens to us all at some point. But knowing your next steps can be the difference between reverting to the couch position and getting back to the activity you love. (Or want to love!) Here's my Top PT Tips or remedies for when you overdo your … [Read more...]
How Sleep Impacts Your Workout
We all know that recovery and rest are important aspects in regard to exercise and sports. BUT how much of that recovery is done while you’re sleeping? Stretching, myofascial release, drinking water, and eating correctly are all beneficial ways to promote rest and strength. However, few of us realize how much sleep impacts your workout. Insomnia affects every aspect of life, aging, and skill. Many times we don’t consider that the amount of shut eye we get can directly correlate with our performance in the gym and on the playing field! How … [Read more...]