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How Water Exercises Can Make Walking Easier

Have you ever felt hesitant to go for a walk because the distance seemed too much? Or maybe you’ve found yourself putting off errands like going to the grocery store simply because the thought of all that walking feels exhausting? With the holidays approaching, and more family gatherings coming up, it’s a good time to focus on building stamina so you can enjoy time with loved ones and prevent walking fatigue. It’s not just about getting older—if your muscles haven’t been practicing the right movements, they can fatigue quickly, leaving you with aches in your hips, knees, or back. That’s why improving your walking distance isn’t just about going out

Training the Hips for Stronger, Safer Walking

Fall is my favorite time of year, and I love spending more time outdoors on the trails. It may sound a little funny, but this year I started training for walking. Yes, you read that right—training for walking! While moving more is great for keeping strong and preventing injuries, hiking or walking on uneven ground can increase the risk of accidents, especially as we age. In fact, every fall I typically have one tumble over a hidden branch. But after a knee injury last year (as I mentioned in a previous blog), I decided to be proactive. This year, I’m building a buffer by focusing on functional mobility to avoid

Strength vs. Endurance: The Key to Injury Prevention and Multi-Directional Fitness

When it comes to sports—think: tennis, golf, or softball—moving in multiple directions quickly and with control is essential. The ability to shift from one direction to another, generate power, and maintain balance is what separates great performance from injury-prone play. But here’s the thing: most people only train their bodies in one or two directions. They stick to the same old routine, doing movements like squats or bicep curls, but those exercises don’t prepare your body for the multi-directional demands of real-life activities, especially in sports. Without training for all-natural directions of movement, it’s no surprise that you might end up with a sore back or aching knees after a

Injury Prevention: Building Strength and Mobility for a Resilient Body

Injury prevention often falls low on our list of priorities. Let’s be honest, it’s hard to get excited about preventing something that hasn’t happened yet. It’s only when pain, injury, or surgery hit that we start paying attention—those are the moments we’re motivated to get our bodies back to functioning at their best. But what if there was a way to make the process of preventing injury fun and something you actually enjoy? Enter: water exercise. The mindset shift When you’re in the pool, try to have the shift from the “I have to do this” mindset to “I want to do this.” Once you’ve shifted your perspective around

How to Build Hip Strength with Six Directional Movement

When it comes to building strength and mobility, moving in six directions isn’t just effective—it’s essential. Too often, our bodies fall into repetitive patterns, focusing on just one or two planes of motion. But true, balanced strength comes from training the body in all its natural movements. The Power of Moving in Six Directions Our joints are designed to move in three planes: front-to-back, side-to-side, and with rotation. When we limit our exercises to just one of these, we risk losing the full functionality of our joints. Imagine getting into your car after a heavy snowfall. You try to drive forward, but the tires just spin, creating

Weight Training in the Pool: Choosing the Best Hand Buoys

When it comes to water exercise, hand buoys—or foam dumbbells—are a staple for many. These popular pieces of equipment can elevate your workout by providing resistance, improving muscle strength, and enhancing your overall fitness. But are you using the right hand buoys for your needs? Let’s explore how to choose the best hand buoys and incorporate them into your water exercise routine. What is a hand buoy? Hand buoys are essentially hand weights for the pool. The popular free-weight for water exercise—better known as foam dumbbells, water weights, or hand buoys—commonly resembles dumbbells: bars with foam pieces at each end. On land, free weights provide a functional training experience

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How Water Exercises Can Make Walking Easier

Training the Hips for Stronger, Safer Walking

Strength vs. Endurance: The Key to Injury Prevention and Multi-Directional Fitness

Injury Prevention: Building Strength and Mobility for a Resilient Body

How to Build Hip Strength with Six Directional Movement

Weight Training in the Pool: Choosing the Best Hand Buoys

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