“I think the more unexpected something is, the more there is to learn from it.” —Michael J. Fox, actor

This quote reminds us that when things do not go as we expect, there is a lesson in it…don’t disregard that!

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&ldquo;I think the more unexpected something is, the more there is to learn from it.&rdquo; &mdash;Michael J. Fox, actor
This quote reminds us that when things do not go as we expect, there is a lesson in it&hellip;don&rsquo;t disregard that!
Meredith

A podcast discussing wellness for seniors, fitness trainers and healthcare industry with enriching topics such as physical and mental wellness, nutrition, positive spirits and motivation for a healthy and active lifestyle.

Senior Fitness With Meredith

A podcast covering a wide range of health topics for seniors with enriching episodes dedicated to physical and mental wellness, nutrition, positive spirits and motivation for a healthy and active lifestyle.

A podcast covering a wide range of health topics for seniors with enriching episodes dedicated to physical and mental wellness, nutrition, positive spirits and motivation for a healthy and active lifestyle.

Senior Fitness with Meredith

This motivation reminds us that when things do not go as we expect, there is a lesson in it…don’t disregard that!

Learn - MWM

Regular exercise is a great way to keep your body ready to handle what you ask it to do in everyday life. Resistance training and cardio exercises help build strength and nourishes your cardiovascular system over time. Realizing your progress is one of the best feelings when it comes to your health. But what if you don't FEEL like you're making progress after exercising each week. Why does your body feel like it hit a plateau and what can you do to get back on track?

In This Episode You Will Learn:

1). Why we thought it was important to highlight 4 of the most common reasons you're body can feel like it hit a plateau.

2). How easy it is to stick to a regular schedule of exercise which can possibly lead to overuse and burnout without realizing it.

3). The usual amount of time it takes for certain exercises to get "easier" to where your body is not benefitting from it as much as when you started.

4). How not getting enough sleep and stress can affect the way your body responds to exercise.

5). How not being consistent with your exercise schedule and routines can affect your progress and make you feel like you're benefitting from working out.

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We hope the tips we've shared in this episode are helpful to you if you feel like you've hit a "rut" with exercising. Putting in the energy to workout on a regular schedule takes energy and we all hope that it pays off in the long run. Hitting a "plateau" can be frustrating but there are also a few things you can do to get you out of it. Longevity is key and managing the ups and down through your fitness journey will help you for years to come.

Team Meredith

Regular exercise is a great way to keep your body ready to handle what you ask it to do in everyday life. Resistance training and cardio exercises help build strength and nourishes your cardiovascular system over time. Realizing your progress is one of the best feelings when it comes to your health. But what if you don't FEEL like you're making progress after exercising each week. Why does your body feel like it hit a plateau and what can you do to get back on track?
In This Episode You Will Learn:
1). Why we thought it was important to highlight 4 of the most common reasons you're body can feel like it hit a plateau.
2). How easy it is to stick to a regular schedule of exercise which can possibly lead to overuse and burnout without realizing it.
3). The usual amount of time it takes for certain exercises to get "easier" to where your body is not benefitting from it as much as when you started.
4). How not getting enough sleep and stress can affect the way your body responds to exercise.
5). How not being consistent with your exercise schedule and routines can affect your progress and make you feel like you're benefitting from working out.
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We hope the tips we've shared in this episode are helpful to you if you feel like you've hit a "rut" with exercising. Putting in the energy to workout on a regular schedule takes energy and we all hope that it pays off in the long run. Hitting a "plateau" can be frustrating but there are also a few things you can do to get you out of it. Longevity is key and managing the ups and down through your fitness journey will help you for years to come.
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In this episode Meredith shares the four most common reasons why your body feels like it's plateauing after regular exercise.

4 Reasons Why Your Body Plateaus

"Rest is not idle, it is a time to recharge and rejuvenate the soul." - Anonymous

This quote reminds us how important rest is for us, mind, body, and soul!

Meredith

"Rest is not idle, it is a time to recharge and rejuvenate the soul." - Anonymous
This quote reminds us how important rest is for us, mind, body, and soul!
Meredith

This motivation reminds us how important rest is for us, mind, body, and soul!

Rest - MWM

Functioning through daily life having to wear a cast, splint or sling from a recent injury can be challenging. Injuries are common and unfortunately these medical assistance items that help you get better can also be quite challenging on their own. Especially when it comes to continuing to live an active lifestyle with exercise. But is it a good idea to exercise with a cast, splint or sling?

In This Episode You Will Learn:

1). Why we decided to dedicate an episode to this issue and how this can affect someone trying to recover from a recent injury.

2). Some of Meredith's personal experiences in training people of all ages and their shared stories of trying to exercise with a cast.

3). Some of the challenges you will face if you overexercise and how that can slow down the healing process.

4). Why it's important to choose the right type of exercises that are safe to do depending on the type of injury you have and the location of the cast etc.

5). How staying active even during nursing an injury can help keep you motivated and make your post recovery workouts easier to return to.

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We hope the information we've shared in this episode is helpful to you or someone you know who may be dealing with a cast, sling or splint. Staying active is important no matter what your current situation is. Always keep in mind to be safe and smart when you do exercise to ensure a healthy recovery from your injury.

Team Meredith

Functioning through daily life having to wear a cast, splint or sling from a recent injury can be challenging. Injuries are common and unfortunately these medical assistance items that help you get better can also be quite challenging on their own. Especially when it comes to continuing to live an active lifestyle with exercise. But is it a good idea to exercise with a cast, splint or sling?
In This Episode You Will Learn:
1). Why we decided to dedicate an episode to this issue and how this can affect someone trying to recover from a recent injury.
2). Some of Meredith's personal experiences in training people of all ages and their shared stories of trying to exercise with a cast.
3). Some of the challenges you will face if you overexercise and how that can slow down the healing process.
4). Why it's important to choose the right type of exercises that are safe to do depending on the type of injury you have and the location of the cast etc.
5). How staying active even during nursing an injury can help keep you motivated and make your post recovery workouts easier to return to.
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We hope the information we've shared in this episode is helpful to you or someone you know who may be dealing with a cast, sling or splint. Staying active is important no matter what your current situation is. Always keep in mind to be safe and smart when you do exercise to ensure a healthy recovery from your injury.
Team Meredith

In this episode Meredith shares her opinions and helpful tips on if it is safe to exercise with a cast, splint or sling due to injury.

Learn - MWM

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