Core exercises and a flat belly have long been the most popular topics for exercise enthusiasts, athletes, and the injured-hoping-not-to-be-injured again. In thirty years I have been asked, what’s the best core exercise more than any other question! There are hundreds of programs about flat abs, six-pack abs, and far more core exercises that are […]
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It donned on me as I pulled off my high school softball jersey that it’s been 36 years since I had that on. Tell me I’m not alone. It seems like a couple years ago maybe. Maybe 10. But 35? That happens to other people! I kind of like that. The fact that so much
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Stronger, faster, slimmer and just overall better. Life is good for Jennifer Long who struggled with weight in the upper 200’s, losing 100 pounds and gaining it back. She’s now 64 down 75 pounds most recently and is feeling stronger and better than she ever did. This is part II of the Summer Inspire Series.Link
From Roller Coaster Weight Gain and Loss to 75 pound loss at age 64 Read More »
Carb cycling is one of those buzz phrases that could confuse you. In this post, I answer these questions: Should you try carb cycling? What is carb cycling? Why do people do carb cycling? What are the pros and cons of carb cycling? How do I start if I want to try carb cycling? Still
Carb Cycling: Is it right for you and your after 50 goals? Read More »
Exercise, nutrition, and flirting with fasting, Tracey returns to Flipping 50 to update us on her progress this summer. One day at a time to permanent weight loss. In two years, she’s lost over 100 pounds with consistent habits. Tracey is proof that you can do it, too and you can flip 50 well past
Over 100 Pound Weight Loss in Two Years at Age 58 | Summer Inspire Read More »
Kill cravings. Sounds easy and yet if you experience them, it’s anything but. Use these tricks. They’ll get to the heart of physiological cravings. If you’re upset with someone or hating your job and that’s causing your stress-driven cravings, they may help less, but could give you the foundation for making better decisions about what
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Intermittent fasting is trending. It’s safe say some. It’s going to make you fatter say others. Whether or not intermittent fasting is right for you is the only relevant question. Intermittent Fasting (IF) has science that back results. Unfortunately, the studies aren’t on peri and post menopausal women. In this post is all I can
Intermittent Fasting Beyond 50: What We Know and Don’t Know Read More »
What is Metabolic Efficiency, and What Does It Mean For My Health and Wellness? “Efficiency” is usually thought of as doing something well with the least amount of effort. Metabolic efficiency is basically this: use more fat for energy while using less carbohydrate for energy and you will ultimately have less fat on your body.
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Should you eat fat or avoid it? Why can’t you lose fat? Which fats are healthy? Flipping 50 guest Steven Masley MD is a physician, nutritionist, trained-chef, author, and the creator of the #1 health program for Public Television. His research focuses on the impact of lifestyle choices – like fat in your diet – on
Bad fat, good fat, and what you need to know to lose fat Read More »
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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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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