“A beautiful old person is a work of art, like any beautiful young person.” – George William Curtis

This quote reminds us that no matter your age, YOU are beautiful, a work of art…and never forget that!

Meredith

“A beautiful old person is a work of art, like any beautiful young person.” – George William Curtis
This quote reminds us that no matter your age, YOU are beautiful, a work of art…and never forget 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 no matter your age, YOU are beautiful, a work of art…and never forget that!

Beauty - MWM#263

It’s travel season and that means long car rides and/or plane rides for many people. Sitting for long periods of time can be taxing on the body not just physically but mentally and emotionally. Sitting in a small seat on a plane for hours on end or riding in a long car ride can create stress on muscles, joints and blood flow circulation. It’s important to know how to counteract this stress with regular exercise and especially after you have been sitting for an extended period of time.

In This Episode You Will Learn:

1). Some of the common activities that require us to sit for long periods of time like traveling or “indoors” related activities like working at a desk or watching TV.

2). The effects that sitting for long periods of time have on your body physically, mentally and emotionally.

3). How small movements with your legs and ankles while seated can drastically help your bodies circulation muscle fatigue.

4). Why it’s important to pay attention to your body if you’re driving a car for long periods of time and how to counteract the effects of fatigue and tiredness.

5). Some upper body movements you can do that also help with better circulation and fatigue.

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We hope the tips and information in this episode help you stay healthy during travel or after any long period of sitting. Making sure you take the steps necessary to rejuvenate your body during a stressful period is key to maintaining a healthy lifestyle and keeping your body active everyday. To try some of the exercises mentioned in the episode visit this workout “Helpful Stretches You Can Do on an Airplane”.

Team Meredith

It’s travel season and that means long car rides and/or plane rides for many people. Sitting for long periods of time can be taxing on the body not just physically but mentally and emotionally. Sitting in a small seat on a plane for hours on end or riding in a long car ride can create stress on muscles, joints and blood flow circulation. It’s important to know how to counteract this stress with regular exercise and especially after you have been sitting for an extended period of time.
In This Episode You Will Learn:
1). Some of the common activities that require us to sit for long periods of time like traveling or “indoors” related activities like working at a desk or watching TV.
2). The effects that sitting for long periods of time have on your body physically, mentally and emotionally.
3). How small movements with your legs and ankles while seated can drastically help your bodies circulation muscle fatigue.
4). Why it’s important to pay attention to your body if you’re driving a car for long periods of time and how to counteract the effects of fatigue and tiredness.
5). Some upper body movements you can do that also help with better circulation and fatigue.
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We hope the tips and information in this episode help you stay healthy during travel or after any long period of sitting. Making sure you take the steps necessary to rejuvenate your body during a stressful period is key to maintaining a healthy lifestyle and keeping your body active everyday. To try some of the exercises mentioned in the episode visit this workout <a href="https://www.seniorfitnesswithmeredith.com/helpful-seated-stretches-you-can-do-on-an-airplane/">“Helpful Stretches You Can Do on an Airplane”</a>.
Team Meredith

In this episode we are sharing the best exercises you should try after long periods of sitting (traveling, plane rides etc).

The Best Exercises To Do After Long Periods Of Sitting

“Life is short, and we have never too much time for gladdening the hearts of those who are traveling the dark journey with us.” – Henry David Thoreau

This quote reminds us to  give love and care to all of those around us, in this short and crazy life we live together!

Meredith

“Life is short, and we have never too much time for gladdening the hearts of those who are traveling the dark journey with us.” – Henry David Thoreau
This quote reminds us to  give love and care to all of those around us, in this short and crazy life we live together!
Meredith

This quote reminds us to  give love and care to all of those around us, in this short and crazy life we live together!

Gladden Hearts - MWM#266

Hydration levels are an important aspect to living a healthy lifestyle, yet we often overlook them during our busy day which can lead to issues with dehydration and sickness. Making sure you take in appropriate amounts of water and fluids especially during the hotter months of the year can make a big difference between staying healthy or feeling lethargic, achy and even bed-ridden.

In This Episode You Will Learn:

1). The ages at which hydration affects people the most including older adults.

2). How easy it is to misdiagnose dehydration because common symptoms like feeling tired or achy can be easily assumed as effects from normal day to day stress.

3). Why water is always the best hydrator, but there are also other "healthy" options as well that you can try if you don't like the taste of regular water.

4). How wearing the proper clothing can help make a difference in keeping your body cool and comfortable during warmer months.

5). The importance of planning ahead for warmer weather and how it will help keep you healthy by making sure your have proper hydration, attire and knowledge.

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We hope the tips we share in this episode help you or someone you know who may be struggling with regular hydration. It can be easy to forget or assume that we are hydrated enough and doing so can cause health issues which can easily sideline you. Make sure staying hydrated is a part of your "health habits" to ensure your path to a longer healthy active life.

Team Meredith

Hydration levels are an important aspect to living a healthy lifestyle, yet we often overlook them during our busy day which can lead to issues with dehydration and sickness. Making sure you take in appropriate amounts of water and fluids especially during the hotter months of the year can make a big difference between staying healthy or feeling lethargic, achy and even bed-ridden.
In This Episode You Will Learn:
1). The ages at which hydration affects people the most including older adults.
2). How easy it is to misdiagnose dehydration because common symptoms like feeling tired or achy can be easily assumed as effects from normal day to day stress.
3). Why water is always the best hydrator, but there are also other "healthy" options as well that you can try if you don't like the taste of regular water.
4). How wearing the proper clothing can help make a difference in keeping your body cool and comfortable during warmer months.
5). The importance of planning ahead for warmer weather and how it will help keep you healthy by making sure your have proper hydration, attire and knowledge.
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We hope the tips we share in this episode help you or someone you know who may be struggling with regular hydration. It can be easy to forget or assume that we are hydrated enough and doing so can cause health issues which can easily sideline you. Make sure staying hydrated is a part of your "health habits" to ensure your path to a longer healthy active life.
Team Meredith

In this episode we get to share the five best tips to help keep you hydrated and healthy especially when the weather heats up!

Beauty - MWM#263

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