Michelle L’Heureux Wilson on Instagram: "We need the strength in our legs and glutes to be able to get up and down off the floor. A beginners squat will help you! It’s never too late to start. Take it at your own pace. Consistency is key! Do 10 small squats a day and work up from there! #activeaging #squats #movementismedicine #seniorfitness #womensfitness #fitover50 #fitover60 #healthyaging"
Cristina Sciavolino-Day MD; Wellness + Weight Loss on Instagram: "You probably already know calcium is important. And yes—vitamin D? Absolutely. I aim to keep mine over 40. But what most women don’t realize is this: After 40, your bones quietly start thinning. By 50? You could already be in osteopenia—and not even know it. So what’s the difference? Osteopenia = early bone loss. Osteoporosis = bone loss that puts you at real risk for fractures. The best way to protect yourself? Movement that signals your bones to build, not break. 🌟 There are two key types: 🔥 Weight-Bearing Exercise: This means you’re working against gravity—think walking, hiking, climbing stairs, or dancing. 🔥 Strength Training: This is resistance—like lifting weights, using bands, or doing bodyweight squats and p
Birgitta|Hypnotherapist & Counsellor on Instagram: "If you’re an over thinker, you know how difficult it can be to switch off. You might struggle to find balance and harmony as you’re constantly trying to solve mental knots and internal battles. Overthinking about work or relationships is rooted in fear - fear of feeling unsafe, fear of failing or not being enough. So instead, you plot and plan for every eventuality. The following somatic therapy exercises can be really helpful to soothe your nervous system and feel safe: 1. Butterfly hug. This exercise focus on self-soothing anxiety and stress by gently tapping the top of your chest and shoulders in a rhythmic pattern. Continue tapping while breathing deeply until you feel yourself relaxing. 2. Vague nerve massage. Your vagus ner
Dr. Kaye Cleave on Instagram: "🙏 Thanks for the inspiration @dr.suzischulman 🌺 I’ve mentioned previously that I often don’t get a restful nights sleep and that I’m doing several things to address that, including putting my name on a waitlist to do another sleep study 🥰 I’m not sure if these stretches before bedtime have helped me sleep better but they help calm my nervous system, relax my body and ease any tightness in my muscles. 👍 Let me know if you find them helpful #sleep #stressrelief #functionalmovement #stretch #neuroscience #nervoussystemregulation #mindandbody #selfcare #didyouknow #wellbeing"
Abi Mills on Instagram: "It’s not just older adults who need to work on knee health — people of all ages can benefit from these exercises. But as we get older, strong and stable knees become even more important for everyday things like walking, using stairs, and staying independent. These simple movements can really help keep your knees happy and healthy for life. #kneepainrelief #KneeHealth #seniors #beginnersworkout"
Michelle L’Heureux Wilson on Instagram: "Even brief, easy arm and leg exercises can be beneficial for overall health, improving mobility, strength, and endurance, and helping to establish a habit of movement, even if you don’t have time for longer workouts. #womensfitness #fitover50 #fitover40 #exerciseathome #healthylifestyle #dailyexercise #fitbody #getinshape"
Janet Osborne on Instagram: "💪Stronger Together💕 I’m here with my amazing 86-year-old mom and we are tackling one of the most important fitness goals: getting up and down from the floor safely and easily! Build the strength, flexibility and mobility needed to get up and down from the floor with ease using these 6 exercises.🤸♂️ 👆If you want to commit to a regular fitness routine head over to my website/app janetosbornefitness.com for a 7 day FREE TRIAL . Linked in my bio @ketofitjanet 👉Workout in real time with me, live or on demand. Senior, beginner and all level classes.💛 #agestrong#seniorfitness#mobility#getupfromthefloor#homeworkout"
Janet Osborne on Instagram: "👋Let’s talk about ageing. We all know that losing muscle mass strength and function are some of the most obvious signs of ageing. But here’s the thing: it’s not inevitable💪 Building muscle in your 60s is totally possible and it can have a huge impact on your overall health and well-being⚡️ Let’s get started on this journey together.🤝 Here’s the workout ⬇️ 1. Hammer curl to overhead press x 10 2. Goblet high knee marches x 10 3. Sit down squat with calf raises x 10 4. Hinge to row x 10 5. Chair sit ups x 10 🎯Aim for 2 to 3 sets 3 times a week 🌸Workout with me for FREE for 7 days. Go to www.janetosbornefitness.com Activewear from @fankaofficial linked in my bio. Use code Janet12 to save #fitover60#fitnessjourney#seniorfitness#healthyaging#activeaging
