Functional Resistance Training: The Bridge
This is the second blog post discussing the Functional Resistance Exercises. If you haven’t already, please check out the previous post explaining the Scapular Retraction exercise. If you have done …
Why We All Need to Improve Our Posture
Back pain? It’s probably from your posture! Good posture is something we were always told to have as children and for good reason. Good posture keeps your body functioning in …
There Are Other Ways to Exercise Than Going to a Gym
It’s OK to Not Want to Go A Traditional Gym When people say “just go to a gym and start exercising” that is much easier said than done. Traditional gyms …
Spring’s Moving in So Get Moving
Start exercising outside this Spring! With the faint feeling of spring right around the corner, it’s time to get outside and enjoy the nicer days. We are leaving winter behind …
Combatting Loneliness with Exercise
No one should feel alone, exercise can help you regain your happiness Loneliness and social isolation are some of the biggest issues facing older people in Ireland today. While loneliness doesn’t …
Fuel for Fitness Day 5 – Exercise Keeps The Brain Healthy
Dementia – Exercise keeps the brain healthy WHY DO I NEED TO EXERCISE? A dementia diagnosis can be a difficult and scary time for a person. However, exercise is one …
Fuel for Fitness Day 5 – Exercise Improves COPD Symptoms
COPD I LIVE WITH OXYGEN 24HRS A DAY, CAN I STILL EXERCISE? It is such a mystery how the body works. People often have this misconception that exercise will aggravate …
Fuel for Fitness Day 4 – Exercise Is Key To Men’s Longevity
A dedication to all the men out there! THE IMPORTANCE OF EXERCISE FOR OLDER MEN It is important to place emphasis on exercise when we’re younger. Exercise areas are readily …
Fuel for Fitness Day 3 – Exercise, Good Diet, Independence
Fuelling your life to live alone Today is Day 3 of our Fuel for Fitness campaign! The aim of today’s campaign is to raise awareness of the importance of exercise …
Fuel for Fitness Day 2 – You are Never “Too Old” to Exercise!
FUELLING FITNESS IN NURSING HOME AND DAY CARE CENTRES There are many misconceptions that older adults, specifically those of the age where they may be living in a nursing home …