Practicing getting up and down off the ground may seem too basic, but mobility is too important to be taken for granted. Leg strength, hip and ankle mobility, balance- all of these things influence how aging feels. #agingshouldntsuck #exercisesnacks #afriendlynudge #mobility
There’s a reason that you see TRX straps in so many gyms and PT clinics. They let you scale exercises and work on balance and range of motion. #agingshouldntsuck #trx #exercisesnacks #afriendlynudge
If you want to preserve your independence, mastering this exercise is non - negotiable. Getting out of a chair or off of the toilet without needing help is something we take for granted but you can’t do it without leg strength and balance. #agingshouldntsuck #exercisesnacks #afriendlynudge
I don’t want to be one of those people that’s always grumbling about how aging sucks. Arthritis, cancer, heart disease and a detached retina aren’t my idea of a picnic but I’m going to do my part to keep moving forward and help some folks along the way. #agingshouldntsuck #afriendlynudge
For whatever reason I like this version of the dead bug exercise better than the original. I try to do 2-3 sets of 10-12 but if you’re just starting out a single set of 5 is a great place to start. #agingshouldntsuck #exercisesnacks #deadbugvariation #afriendlynudge
Mobility will hurt your feelings and eventually break your heart if you take it for granted. One day it’s there and then it quietly slips away when you’re ignoring it. #agingshouldntsuck #exercisesnacks #afriendlynudge
Learning to use the hip hinge when you lift is a valuable skill to learn and I like this one because it adds the cross body piece. And if I’m exercising at home, it’s usually barefoot. #agingshouldntsuck #afriendlynudge #deadlift
When your feet or ankles bother you, that can get in your head in a hurry. The simplest tasks can feel overwhelming. I injured my ankles years ago and never sufficiently rehabbed them. #agingshouldntsuck #afriendlynudge #anklework
I’m always up to at least try most of the mobility challenges. With this one the object is to go from kneeling to standing without using your hands and without taking a step. Flunked the first time but passed the rest. Have you tried it yet? #agingshouldntsuck #afriendlynudge #mobilitychallenges
I love going for walks and I don’t want to even think about the distance. Time to see what I can do to get my wheels a little more resilient! #agingshouldntsuck #afriendlynudge #anklework
You can’t change how many candles are on the birthday cake, but you can change how you feel about it. Exercise and real food are essential resources in doing our part to influencing how aging feels. #agingshouldntsuck #afriendlynudge #mobility #exercisesnacks
This is part of my shoulder rehab. I think it’s important to let your physical therapist know what you want to be able to do after rehab. You both need to be aligned on your goals and what it’s going to take to get there. #agingshouldntsuck #shoulderreplacementrecovery #afriendlynudge
Exercise is worthless if we can’t do it or we get injured trying to do it. Exercise needs to meet you where you are and as you get stronger you can dial up the difficulty. #agingshouldntsuck #afriendlynudge #mobility #exercisesnacks
I know that this drill isn’t going to be doable for some folks but if you can still do it, I’d encourage you to practice. Mobility is sort of rude because it doesn’t give you much notice, it just bails and you wonder where it went. #agingshouldntsuck #afriendlynudge #mobility
Split foam rollers are excellent balance tools. This is one that you could do after you’re able to do a single leg balance with some level of confidence. #agingshouldntsuck #afriendlynudge #exercisesnacks #balancetraining
Exercises like suit case carries and farmers carries are wonderful functional strength builders. A gallon jug of water weighs 8 pounds. #agingshouldntsuck #afriendlynudge #exercisesnacks
Especially when you’re just getting started be patient with yourself. Some weeks are better than others. A couple of 30 second exercise snacks isn’t going to transform your health but it gets you moving and that counts for something. #agingshouldntsuck #afriendlynudge #exercisesnacks
My knees are crankier than they were a few years ago but so much better than they were 10-15 years ago. Trying to be more deliberate about building leg strength and improving hip and ankle mobility. #agingshouldntsuck #afriendlynudge #exercisesnacks
The ABC drill is an excellent way to improve your balance but it’s also a sneaky way to introduce more exercise and movement into your routine. Become a person that exercises, it will change your life. #agingshouldntsuck #afriendlynudge #exercisesnacks #balance
The most effective exercise program is one that you’ll do. Focus on doable and as you get stronger you can increase the difficulty. #agingshouldntsuck #afriendlynudge #exercisesnacks #squats
One of my goals with my posts and with A Friendly Nudge is to help people discover that exercise is doable and that it makes them feel good. Becoming someone that sees yourself as someone that exercises can change your life. #agingshouldntsuck #afriendlynudge #exercisesnacks #hipflexors
Exercise snacks got me started exercising more regularly about 5 years ago and it’s been helpful getting me back exercising since I had my shoulder replaced. Find ways to work exercise in to your day. #agingshouldntsuck #afriendlynudge #exercisesnacks
I have been floored by how much difference my new shoulder makes. It had gotten to the point where just carrying a light bag of groceries in my left arm would light me up for days. Now that same bag wouldn’t hurt at all. Grateful! #agingshouldntsuck #afriendlynudge #shoulderreplacement
This is one was a lot more challenging than I expected. I’ve got some work to do. #agingshouldntsuck #afriendlynudge #hipflexors
I think this has always been true but as I’m getting older I’m struck by how much my mindset and expectations impact how I experience something. It’s easy to get hung up on what I used to be able to do and miss the joy in what I can still accomplish. #agingshouldntsuck #afriendlynudge #cossacksquat
Hopping and weight lifting can both help improve bone density. Aging well isn’t easy, but fortunately it is doable. #agingshouldntsuck #afriendlynudge #hopping
Learning what a hip hinge feels like and getting comfortable with the motion can save you so much back pain and injury. Picking up heavy things doesn’t have to be dangerous. #agingshouldntsuck #afriendlynudge #hiphinge
Dr. Andy Fata-Chan is a PT and has some great ideas & content. I added a foam roller behind me to make it easier to adjust my depth. This will help with regular wall sits and single leg work. #agingshouldntsuck #afriendlynudge #wallwork
Whenever I get cocky or a little too full of myself there’s always a video or a struggle doing something that used to feel easy. If you haven’t already, check out @abimillsyoga. #agingshouldntsuck #afriendlynudge #balancework
This is one of the toughest ones that I’ve done in a while. It’s probably in the “not yet” category if you have balance or stability issues or you’re just someone with good judgement. #agingshouldntsuck #shoulderreplacementrecovery #afriendlynudge
