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The 4 most important types of exercise for seniors

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If you ask a twenty-something at the gym why she’s at the gym, you’re likely to hear about fitting into a dress, gaining muscle definition or training for a specific sport. With a sixty-something, the goal can be much different. Older adults are more focused on overall health, independence, mobility and quality of life. A… Read more »

9 common misconceptions about Zumba

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You know it’s a workout. You know it involves Latin dance music. You know it’s a lot of fun. But how well do you really know Zumba? A lot of people have some really weird ideas about the group fitness class. Here are nine common misconceptions about Zumba. You have to be a good dancer View… Read more »

4 exercises for functional fitness

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So you don’t drool over bulging biceps, and you could care less about dropping a pants size. Why should you work out? Two words: functional fitness. Functional fitness is strength training to make your body better at doing everyday activities. This type of exercise focuses on real-life motions to increase your flexibility and general strength…. Read more »

Millennials: When it comes to body image, take a cue from baby boomers

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Ask a 25-year-old what it means to be in shape, and she might say being “a size 2” or “ripped.” For members of another generation, being “fit” means a different thing entirely — one I uncovered on Facebook. When met with the question “What does being fit mean to you?”, members of the SilverSneakers Facebook… Read more »