Posture Perfect: Forward Head
By: Jessica Lime Posture is a key element of the human kinetic chain. A malalignment in our body may cause muscle imbalance, pain, injury, and joint deterioration. One of the most common postural dysfunctions is known as forward head posture. This malalignment of the cervical spine is increasing in our population due to reduction
- Published in Get In Shape With Ageility
Do Not Let Diabetes Stop You From Exercising!
By: Jessica Lime and the Ageility Team Type 1 diabetes This type of diabetes can develop in any age group. However, it is most common to appear in our adolescent years. Type 1 diabetes is when your body produces little to no insulin, caused from a cellular-mediated autoimmune dysfunction of the B-cells within the
- Published in Get In Shape With Ageility
What Standing on 1 Leg Does for Your Balance
By: Andrea Case-Rogers, CXO – Zibrio According to recent research, if you’re a flamingo, standing on one leg can allow the other half of your body to relax, so you don’t use too much energy. The same is not true for humans of course! If you’ve ever had a balance evaluation you may have timed
- Published in Zibrio
Needs Analysis for Sports Training
By: Chris Parchmann and the Ageility Team Designing fitness programs for older adults is a complex process. Ageility always tailors the training plan to clients’ goals. Several variables must be taken into consideration, especially when someone is training for a particular sport. Ageility personal fitness trainers begin this process at the first meeting with each
- Published in Get In Shape With Ageility
Safety Considerations for Exercising Older Adults
By: Chris Parchmann and the Ageility Team There are several conditions common to older adults (age 55+) that must be kept in mind in order to stay safe when participating in an exercise program. Ageility has identified factors such as include poor balance, inclination to injuries, reduced flexibility, reduced tolerance to heat and humidity, and
- Published in Get In Shape With Ageility
Aerobic Endurance Training for Older Adults
By: Chris Parchmann and the Ageility Team People of all ages are advised to perform aerobic endurance exercise for cardiovascular health and fitness. Running, biking, rowing, cross-country skiing, and walking are all great examples of aerobic exercise. Aerobic training can help with reducing body weight and lessen the risk of high blood pressure, type 2
- Published in Get In Shape With Ageility







