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Step Up Your Workout with a Spin

Tired of the same old fitness routine, while longing for the great outdoors? Spinning, or indoor cycling, might be the perfect means to increase your cardio endurance, energy level and strength while training for outdoor cycling.

Yoga: A Stress-Reducing Regimen that is Perfect
for Baby Boomers

Feeling stressed? Yoga may be the perfect fitness option to help you relax, clear your mind and ease any pain and stiffness from more rigorous workouts. It’s one of the fastest-growing fitness trends today, especially among Baby Boomers.

Take the Plunge: Water Aerobics is a Perfect Workout Option

Water aerobics, or aqua fitness, isn’t for sissies anymore. Exercising in water actually has more health benefits, especially in cardiovascular and muscle conditioning, than most indoor fitness and sports activities. And, when it comes to weight control, deep-water exercise typically burns 400-600 calories per hour, almost twice as many calories than aerobic workouts in the gym.

Stay in Step with These Exercise Safety Tips

Baby Boomers are becoming increasingly active and orthopedic surgeons believe this trend will continue, according to Ray Monto, MD, spokesperson for the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS). “One thing to keep in mind is that joints, tissues and muscles may not be as flexible as they used to be.” So, he cautions, Baby Boomers should take extra steps to protect themselves when exercising. “A little extra stretching before and after exercise, for example, goes a long way,” he said.

Bicycling: More Baby Boomers are Enjoying the Ride Than Ever Before

The bicycling industry is booming these days, boosted by the dramatic increase in bicycling among Baby Boomers. “Whether they are riding for fun, exercise, or to save on gas, more Baby Boomers are riding bicycles than ever before,” according to the latest statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

Nordic Walking – Join this Fitness Revolution!