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Plyometrics For Strength And Power

5/1/2022

 
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By: Dr. Beth Templin

Plyometrics are great option for improving both muscular strength and power. As we age, it's vital we perform activities specific to both in order to maintain our independence. 
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Power Versus Strength
While these two terms are often used interchangeably, power is different than strength. Strength is defined as being able to move a certain weight or load, and power looks at how quickly you can move it. Adding the component of speed makes power more challenging. Think of it this way: strength + speed = power.

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How Balance Reflexes Limit Falls

4/1/2022

 
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By: Dr. Beth Templin

​When I think about how to prevent falls, I think about it in two different phases. The first is the Pre-Fall phase. This is the time period before you've had a fall. During this phase you may notice that you are not as steady on your feet as you have been in the past.

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Impact Training for Osteoporosis

3/4/2022

 
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By: Dr. Beth Templin

​0steoporosis is a condition that is categorized by weakening of the bones in the body. Osteoporosis can lead to issues such as a loss of height and increased risk for fractures. One of the main goals of treatment is to reverse or lessen the loss of bone. That is why exercise is crucial to strengthen your body.

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Boxing: The Perfect Mind Body Exercise

2/1/2022

 
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By: Dr. Beth Templin

Keeping a sharp mind is just as important as maintaining a healthy body as you age. What's the best way to ensure you're able to do this? We know activities such as crosswords, brain games, and sudoku are great at keeping the mind active, but research shows that combining an activity that challenges both your mind and body at the same time will maximize your benefits. This is one of the many reasons we love boxing at HouseFit.

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Exercise Snacks For Better Endurance

1/3/2022

 
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By: Dr. Beth Templin

L​osing your endurance and your overall energy level is common as you age. We all experience some changes to our cardiovascular system, which are unavoidable. The important thing to remember is these losses are exacerbated more by lack of activity than by your true numerical age.

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5 Reasons High Intensity Exercise Is Best

12/1/2021

 
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By: Dr. Beth Templin

Some exciting research has come out on the effectiveness of intense exercise for aging adults. Even though it may seem like a dangerous idea to work out at a high level of effort when you're "old", the truth is that it can be one of the most beneficial types of activity you can participate in. 

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Why Weak Hands Indicate Early Death

11/1/2021

 
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By: Dr. Beth Templin

​It may seem strange, but your hand strength is closely related to how long you will live. What is that? Grip strength is considered to be a "biomarker" for the aging population. Biomarkers provide the individual and their medical team with a measurable indication of overall health.

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Two Things That Can Lead To Back Pain

10/1/2021

 
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By: Dr. Beth Templin

Back pain is one of the most common pain issues affecting older adults. It's concerning because it often results in disability and loss of independence if left unaddressed.
Why are aging adults more prone to back pain issues as they age? We commonly see two major factors that play a role in creating back pain. The first is weakness of your core muscles.

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5 Signs Your Balance Is Getting Worse

9/1/2021

 
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By: Dr. Beth Templin

Many people are fearful of having a fall as they age. Did you know there are warning signs you can look for that let you know your balance isn't as good as it used to be? The following signs are slow changes that happen over time and can lead to someone losing their balance and not being able to successfully catch themselves.

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Can You Get Up From The Floor?

8/2/2021

 
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By: Dr. Beth Templin

Most older adults I talk with about falling are more concerned with getting up from the floor than about the actual fall. To me, that seems a little backward. Shouldn't they be more worried about the fall itself? About possibly injuring themselves?

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As I started asking more questions about this thought process, I heard so many stories about people who have fallen and had no major injuries but were unable to get up from the floor by themselves.

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