Power Training for Sports at Home (Part 1)
By: Chris Parchmann and the Ageility Team Power training is an important component of a well-balanced training plan to improve sport performance and function during daily living activities. Exercises geared toward helping athletes jump higher and run faster are essential to anyone looking to gain an edge to outplay their opponent. Power can be improved
- Published in Get In Shape With Ageility
The Long Run – April 2020
Association News A Message from the CEO We hope that your family, friends, neighbors and community are fine, and know we are thinking of you and wishing you all stay well. Our staff is fine and currently working remotely and adjusting to the change in routine as we continue to conduct the business and planning
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How to Work Out While Stuck at Home
By: Chris Parchmann, MS, CSCS, NSCA-CPT Recent challenges surrounding the COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak has left the country stuck at home in order to help prevent the spread of this infectious disease. Restrictions have been placed by the local and federal government to minimize social contact. Many businesses are shuttering their doors including gyms in order
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Relationship Between Fitness and Age
By: Chris Parchmann, MS, CSCS, NSCA-CPT Everyone has two ages classified as chronological age and biological age. Chronological age refers to the actual amount of time a person has been alive. In other words, the number of days, months or years a person has lived is the same, regardless of how healthy a lifestyle one leads. Chronological
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Physiological Changes with Age
By: Chris Parchmann, MS, CSCS, NSCA-CPT Vast evidence demonstrates there is a trajectory of decline in functional ability as we age, especially after the age of thirty. Physical decline varies based on the peak attained earlier in life, which is why it is so important to take care of your body and stay in shape.
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Specificity of Fitness Training Programs
By: Chris Parchmann, MS, CSCS, NSCA-CPT What’s the only thing smarter than getting in shape? Getting up to speed on all the techniques, training theories and even tricks that can make it easier and more efficient to achieve your fitness objectives. At Ageility, we are passionate about helping adults to unlock their physical potential and
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Osteoporosis Exercises for Active, Aging Adults
By: Chris Parchmann and the Ageility Team Getting in shape is always a great idea, but it pays to be well informed about some of the potential pitfalls and challenges that might get in the way of a more active and enjoyable lifestyle. At Ageility, we are passionate about helping adults unlock their physical potential
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It’s Never Too Late To Get In The Best Shape Of Your Life
By: The Ageility Team Adults who want to adopt a more physically active lifestyle often start with some form of fitness program. That’s a great idea, but it’s important to approach things in a thoughtful manner, especially in the beginning. We always recommend carefully considering what your individual fitness goals are as a first step
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The Long Run – March 2020
Association News Personal Best: “I never want to grow up” Our next Personal Best story of perseverance and inspiration is Oklahoma cyclist Simeon Gipson. Ten years ago he retired, overweight with severe diabetes and thinking his life was over. He fought his way out through lifestyle changes, including bike riding. When his son bought him
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The Long Run – February 2020
Association News Personal Best Features “Comeback Kate” The 2020 class of Personal Best feature athletes grows this month with another inspiring profile of courage, determination and positive action to advance and overcome life challenges and obstacles. That’s what we call a Personal Best lifestyle. Kate Fisken’s story is about her own triumphant return to swimming,
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