Today’s special post is back to basics. Weight training for metabolism boosting and muscle loss sparing is a key part of looking good and feeling great in your second half. In this get-started special post I cover the things you need and the ones you don’t to get started. Learn how to choose equipment, how […]
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Yesterday I learned just how much. A judge ruled yesterday for the maximum sentence in the hit-and-run accident that killed 35-year old Bill Davis of Boulder, CO. There were many reasons why. So many. But one in particular the judge pointed to as she gave her explanation for sentencing were the words that the defendant
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Just how much protein do you need? How much will help you stop losing muscle and maintain a healthy, active life, loving the body you live in? Protein needs are a murky topic for most adults. About 90% of us know we need more. About 80% admit we don’t know what the actual number is.
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This is the second blog on the very important topic of incontinence, or involuntary loss of bladder control (aka: peeing when you laugh or cough, ladies)! I’ve asked Dr Anna Cabeca to guest post today (and this is a follow up from part I last Tuesday!) Guest post By Dr. Anna Cabeca Peeing when you
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Is it possible? Is permanent weight loss possible? Chances are you’re struggling with your own answer to that question. If you don’t believe it is, you’re more likely to self-sabotage. It IS possible. I’ve interviewed so many (non-clients) and clients and shared those stories here on podcasts and blogs, you don’t take my word for
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Weight loss, specifically fat loss, after 50 gets challenging. It isn’t impossible, you just need to get the details right. Is there a difference in the best approach if you have 5 vs 50 lbs to lose? I answer that in terms of exercise, diet, and lifestyle habits for you. Warning: plan a longer walk
Weight Loss After 50 5-lbs vs 50-lbs: The Difference Read More »
You’ve got urinary leakage. You’re doing high intensity interval training and … oops! You’re lifting a heavy weight to combat bone loss…and oops! You’re in pilates doing a roll up and suddenly…oops! You, essentially are doing all things with good intentions and trying to improve your health but risk embarrassment of leaking. I get this
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Should you fuel up with energy bars and protein bars or not? If so, when is it appropriate? I tackle this frequently asked question today. Why do you need it? That’s my answer. In truth, no energy bar is a good bar. One of the biggest exercise mistakes that women of all ages make is
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Why aren’t core assessments the best way to measure core strength? Traditional tests like sit-ups, crunch tests, or even new tests like holding an uber long plank (FYI: more than a minute does make you injury proof or more lean) may not be the best measure of your core strength. What is? Functional tests used
How strong is your core? How strong should it be? Read More »
Dr. Joe Tatta, DPT teaches you how to retrain your brain and body so you can live the joy-filled and pain-free life you deserve. He is a doctor of physical therapy, nutritionist, functional pain science expert and #1 bestselling author of Heal Your Pain Now. He is known for integrating brain science, broccoli, mindset, emotions and movement
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Shoulder
Circumference outside of both arms, at the armpit
Right Triceps
Halfway btwn shoulder & elbow, arm extended.
Hips
Find the widest point of girth at the hips
Right Thigh
Standing with weight on both legs, measure halfway between knee cap and hip flexor
Right Calf
Standing with weight on both legs, find the largest point of calf.
Chest
Measure from the rib cage just under breasts at bra line
Waist
At the belly button/umbilicus
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