Senior Fitness With 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.
Episodes
The Top 7 Regrets Men Have When Reaching Age 60
In this episode we explore seven common regrets men experience as they reach their 60s and reflect on their lives. From prioritizing work over relationships to neglecting health, friendships, and personal happiness, the discussion offers valuable reminders about what truly matters and why it is never too late to make positive changes. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). Prioritizing work over rela
Journey - MWM
“Stay strong, full of faith, and courageous ... keep that backbone straight. And along the way, don’t forget to laugh and enjoy the journey.” —Charles R. Swindoll This quote reminds us to enjoy the ride while staying strong through the many ups and downs! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5 Secrets to Tackling Muscle Soreness
Muscle soreness is something almost everyone experiences, whether from exercise, daily activities, or doing something unfamiliar or more strenuous than usual. In this episode, we explain what causes delayed-onset muscle soreness and share five practical ways to manage it, from getting enough rest and gentle movement to using heat and cold, proper nutrition and hydration, and stretching or massage.
Nows - MWM
“Forever is composed of nows.” —Emily Dickinson This quote reminds us that it is important to live in the now, not the past and future…the now is everything forever! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5 Benefits Of A Daily Walk
In this episode we explore why walking is one of the simplest and most accessible forms of exercise, especially as we age. We cover five important benefits of making walking part of your daily routine, while also addressing the common misconception that you need to reach 10,000 steps a day to be healthy. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). Walking is accessible and adaptable. Walking requires litt
Rain - MWM
“Into each life some rain must fall.” —Henry Wadsworth Longfellow This quote reminds us that there will be good days and bad days, but know each is worth it! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
An Introduction To "Exercise Snacks"
In this episode we introduce the idea of “Exercise Snacks”—short, one- to five-minute bursts of intentional movement that can be sprinkled throughout the day. We breakdown how these small amounts of activity can help people become more active, build confidence, improve mobility and balance, and create momentum toward a healthier lifestyle. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). Exer
Short Visit - MWM
“You’re only here for a short visit. Don’t hurry, don’t worry. And be sure to smell the flowers along the way.” —Walter Hagen This quote reminds us that time goes fast and it is very limited…make the most of it! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5 Tips From "Super Agers" On Living A Healthy Life
In this episode of the Senior Fitness Podcast with Meredith, we're exploring the habits and attitudes of people known as “SuperAgers”—adults age 80 and older who maintain cognitive abilities comparable to people decades younger. Drawing from research and interviews with SuperAgers, they've identified five practical habits associated with healthy aging: eating well, staying physic
A Difference - MWM
“Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does.” —William James This quote reminds us that everything we do, no matter how small, makes a difference in some way, somehow. MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5 Foundations of a Good Health Span (Health Span vs Life Span)
In this episode we explore the difference between lifespan and health span and discuss five foundations for maintaining a healthier, more functional life as we age. Rather than simply focusing on how many years we live, your health span emphasizes the importance of maintaining quality of life, independence, mobility, and overall well-being for as many of those years as possible. In This Episode Yo
Meaning Of Life - MWM
“Whatever we are, whatever we make of ourselves, is all we will ever have—and that, in its profound simplicity, is the meaning of life.” ―Philip Appleman This quote reminds us that we must look at our lives in a positive way, knowing we are who we are, be happy, and know that life is beautiful! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5 Benefits Of Fitness On Your Overall Health
In this episode we're taking a closer look at five common health and wellness tips and put them to the test: fact or myth? We addresses popular advice about detoxing, hydration, daily step counts, sleep trackers, and healthy eating while emphasizing how confusing health information can be, particularly with the amount of advice and marketing found online. The overall message is to avoid rigid rule
Fear - MWM
“Never let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game.” —Babe Ruth This quote reminds us to get off the bench, go up to the plate, and play with no fear of hitting a home run or striking out…live fully! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Are These 5 Wellness Tips Fact or Myth?
In this episode, we take a closer look at five popular health and wellness tips and ask whether they are fact or myth. We highlight how confusing health advice can be, especially with the overwhelming amount of information, social media recommendations, and products marketed to older adults. This episode encourages listeners to focus on practical, balanced habits rather than feeling pressured to f
Knowledge - MWM
“If you have knowledge, let others light their candles in it.” —Margaret Fuller This quote reminds us that we all have something to give to others…let’s make sure we share our gifts. MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Breaking Down The Challenges Of Ageism
Your age has a lot of meaning especially as you get older. More experience, wisdom and perhaps mental and physical well being. But when you are judged by other strictly by your age, it can cause feelings of being less than, ignored or counted out all together. This is called "Ageism" or judging someone's abilities or "lack of" strictly by their age. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). We discuss t
Lessons - MWM
“There are no regrets in life. Just lessons.” —Jennifer Aniston This quote reminds us that lessons come from all things we do, even if it doesn't turn out how we think it should. No regrets from those things, only lessons! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5 Ways To Get The Most Out Of Your Doctor Visits
Visiting the doctor can sometimes be a stressful situation especially if you are looking to to find out if there is something wrong or why you're not feeling well. These visits can sometimes feel like walking into a "hurricane" and you may not always get the time with the doctor that you're looking for. Making sure you are prepared can make a big difference during your visit and you'll have better
Time - MWM
“A man who dares to waste one hour of time has not discovered the value of life.” —Charles Darwin This quote reminds us how precious every moment is that we get in our lives, and we must make the most of them all! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Our 5 Best Fitness Tips For Seniors
In this week's podcast we're getting back to basics and sharing our 5 best fitness tips for seniors. Regular exercise is considered one of the biggest contributors to longevity and a healthier physical and mental state. If you exercise regularly or are even looking to get started than this episode is for you. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). How these 5 tips can be helpful to people who exercis
Live - MWM
“May you live every day of your life.” —Jonathan Swift This quote reminds us that as simple as it sounds, we must live life and not just go through the motions! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5 Mental Health Benefits of Playing Board Games
Board games are a great past time and a great way to spend time with family and friends but did you know that you are also benefitting from the cognitive aspects whilst playing? Your mental health is just as important as your physical health and regularly participating in board games (or "brain games") directly contributes to your mental health in many beneficial ways. In This Episode You Will Lea
Focus - MWM
“It is during our darkest moments that we must focus to see the light.” —Aristotle This quote reminds us that even when times are bad we must work extra hard to get through it, but we can! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What We Learned After 100 Livestream Workout Classes On YouTube
In 2020 we started running livestream exercise classes on YouTube at least once a month to help people who were confined in their home due to COVID restrictions. As we were able to open up and leave our homes, we decided to keep our live stream schedule and this week we are finally coming up on our 100th episode! We wanted to dedicate a podcast episode to celebrate this milestone and share a few o
Smile - MWM
“Keep smiling, because life is a beautiful thing and there’s so much to smile about.” —Marilyn Monroe This quote reminds us that whatever we go through, remember to keep smiling as it is a great life! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why Your Balance Is Important As You Age
Your balance is one of the most important aspects of aging and living independently. Everyday tasks like grocery shopping, walking up and down stairs, getting in and out of a car etc. all require balance and stability. Focusing on habits that improve your balance should be taken as a priority during your weekly exercise and stretching routines. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). How there is a di
Your Road - MWM
“If you don’t like the road you’re walking, start paving another one.” —Dolly Parton This quote reminds us that no matter what, we can always change what we are doing if we are unhappy! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Stop Saying These Common Quotes About Aging
"You can't teach an old dog a new trick" - We use quotes like this very commonly to describe what it feels like to get old but sometimes these sayings can be taken out of context and generalized. For this episode, we decided to highlight a few common quotes like this and attempt to re-frame or redefine them in a way that softens the Sinicism and makes them more relevant to actual aging. In This Ep
Persistence - MWM
“Be persistent and never give up hope.” —George Lucas This quote reminds us to always keep going with hope in our hearts! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Importance Of Daily Movement
Installing the habit of practicing daily movement is an important aspect of living and active and independent life. Tasks like grocery shopping and carrying groceries, gardening, cleaning the house, walking etc all carry big benefits when done regularly. Luckily some of these rarely feel like "working out" which can contribute to better health and happiness. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1
Hold On In Life - MWM
“Life has got all those twists and turns. You’ve got to hold on tight and off you go.” ―Nicole Kidman This quote reminds us that life is full of uncertainties, which are part of the ride! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5 Tips For Healthy Traveling
It's travel season currently and going on a trip can be a lot of fun but it can also be somewhat stressful. Airports, long flights, long drives, time zone changes, lack of sleep can all add up and take a toll on you more than you might think. Luckily there are a few small tips you can implement to help make your next travels more stress free mentally and much more healthy physically so you have mo
Life - MWM
“In three words I can sum up everything I’ve learned about life: It goes on.” ―Robert Frost This quote reminds us that life always goes on, no matter what we go through! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why We Love Our New "Everyday Routine" Exercise Video Series
We've begun rolling out a new series in our video library called "Everyday Routines". This series consists of various exercises and workouts that you can do safely everyday without risk of over use and over working your body. Gentle, safe and reliable movements to help your body stay active and healthy each week. For this episode we wanted to share a few thoughts on why we created this series and
Becoming - MWM
“For me, becoming isn’t about arriving somewhere or achieving a certain aim. I see it instead as forward motion, a means of evolving, a way to reach continuously toward a better self. The journey doesn’t end.” —Michelle Obama This quote reminds us to keep going, the journey never ends! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The 5 Important Pillars Of Good Brain Health
June is recognized as Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month, a global campaign dedicated to promoting cognitive health, early detection, and support for those impacted by dementias. The movement encourages individuals to learn the warning signs of cognitive decline and adopt proactive, brain-healthy lifestyle habits as shared by the Alzheimer's Association. In order to stay aware and ahead of yo
Knowledge - MWM
"Knowledge without follow-through is worse than no knowledge." – Sources of Insight This quote reminds us that no matter how much we know, if we do not do something with it it is all for nothing! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sharing Inspiring Stories While Revisiting Our 7 Day Custom Workout Plan
Back in 2020 we began offering a "Custom 7 Day Workout Plan" which allowed customers to purchase a workout plan that is designed by Meredith to cater specifically to their fitness goals. This plan consists of specifically chosen workout videos from our growing library which is something you can follow throughout the week. Since releasing this plan, we've learned so many new things about the people
Doubt - MWM
"If you must doubt something, doubt your limits." – Price Pritchett This quote reminds us to not doubt ourselves, keep going! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5 Easy Ways To Stay Hydrated
Hydration counts as one of the pillars in living a healthy life especially as you age. However, it is often overlooked and can cause health issues if not made a regular habit. Taking in water at regular intervals throughout the day has many benefits and helps keep your mind and body well nourished and ready for the challenges of the day. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). How we can easily think
Safety - MWM
"A ship in harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for." – John A. Shedd This quote reminds us that we are made to move, not be idle…so move when you can! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Top 5 Tips On Staying Fit While Dealing w/ Age Related Pains
Wear and tear on our bodies as we age is a normal part of life. We may notice small aches and pains occasionally that can be off putting. This can also lead you to not want to be as active as you usually are because of the concern that you may feel like your doing more damage to whatever is sore. Luckily, following a few helpful tips in this episode will help you maintain your level of activity an
Standing Still - MWM
"Be not afraid of growing slowly; be afraid only of standing still." – Chinese Proverb This quote reminds us that slow growth is still growth…no matter the speed it’s better than nothing. MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Discussions About an Important Quote on Aging
We recently heard a great quote about aging on the show "The PITT" on HBO MAX and was immediately inspired by it. We felt it captured the essence of what it is to grow old and how the younger generations perceive you. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). What is the quote that we found to be so inspiring and why we decided to dedicate an episode to it. 2). How older generations view the younger gen
Doubts - MWM
"The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today." – Franklin D. Roosevelt This quote reminds us to be in the present moment, positive in it, and get to the next moment in peace. MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5 Health Benefits Of Regular Walking
Regular exercise is the cornerstone of living an independent lifestyle and the path to longevity. Luckily you don't have to train excessively each week to reap the benefits of exercise. Walking promotes many healthy traits like cardiovascular training, stability, flexibility and more. It is also very easy to do and can be done indoors or outdoors depending on where you live. In This Episode You Wi
Pain - MWM
"Growth is painful. Change is painful. But, nothing is as painful as staying stuck where you do not belong." – N.R. Narayana Murthy This quote reminds us that sometimes it hurts while going through it, but feels worse to not try to move forward. MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Should You Split Up Your Workout Throughout The Day?
Regular exercise is key to living a longer, more independent lifestyle as you age. However, some people live very busy lives between work, family, social time etc. It may not always be feasible to dedicate a "chunk" of time in your day specifically for exercise. This week we are asking the question if it makes sense to "split up" your workout into smaller workouts during the day which may make mor
Flavor - MWM
"Failure is the condiment that gives success its flavor." - Truman Capote This quote reminds us that we will fail sometimes, but remember when we do succeed the times we failed makes it that much better! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Top 5 Financial Scams Targeting Seniors & How To Protect Yourself
Financial scams have quickly become one of the fastest growing crimes in the modern digital age. Criminals are being exposed to a wealth of new ways to trick people into giving up important information like social security numbers and bank account numbers. Unfortunately older adults are a common target. The damage caused from these kinds of scams cause mental, emotional and physical stress affecti
Rise - MWM
"Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall." - Ralph Waldo Emerson This quote reminds us that we all fall sometimes, but we must keep getting up and going! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why It's Never Too Late To Start Exercising
If you've never exercised before or maybe took an extended break and now feel like too much time has passed or that you may be too old to start exercising then this podcast episode is definitely for you. These are common feelings amongst many people and know that you are not alone. Feeling like your "time has passed" can make it seem like there no good reason to start exercising which, is farthest
Today - MWM
“If you fell down yesterday, stand up today.” — H.G. Wells This quote reminds us that no matter what has happened, we must choose to stand up and keep going. MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4 Ways To Increase Your Bone Density
Staying mobile and independent are some of the most important aspects to maintain especially as you age. Making sure your body is healthy includes regular exercise which helps strengthen not only your muscles but your bones as well. Bone density is important when it comes to making sure your body is able to do what you ask it to while navigating the physical challenges of the day. In This Episode
Tomorrow - MWM
"What you do today can improve all your tomorrows." This quote reminds us that what we do today and the choices we make impact what comes next! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How We Choose Our Podcast Topics Each Week
We often get asked how we come up with a lot of the topics for our podcast and this week we wanted to "peek behind the curtains" and share with you how we decide what topics we will discuss each week. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). Some of the reasons why it can be challenging to find important topics to discuss each week but also how we enjoy the opportunity to do so. 2). How the comments th
Patience - MWM
"A jug fills drop by drop."-Buddha This quote reminds us we must keep patience as we work on anything we choose to do! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5 Tips On How To Listen To Your Body
Living actively and participating in regular exercise is always a key component to staying healthy and mobile longer as you age. However, this can also take a toll on your body physically over time if you don't take care of yourself and omit to listen to what your body is telling you when you exercise. Ignoring the important nuances that your body is signaling to you can create problems and injury
Failure - MWM
"Failure should be our teacher, not our undertaker." - Denis Waitley This quote reminds us that failure is a teacher, make sure we listen to it and learn from it! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5 Ways To Avoid Common Workout Injuries
Regular exercise the one of the pillars to living a long and independent lifestyle but sometimes being active also leaves us prone to injury which can sideline our efforts. Experiencing and injury can be setback which can affect us not just physically but mentally and emotionally as well. Luckily there a few easy things you can do to help minimize your chances of getting hurt during exercise which
One More Time - MWM
"The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time." - Thomas Edison This quote reminds us to keep going, keep trying, and that will lead to success. MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5 Reasons Why Social Connections Are Important As You Age
As we age, it can be easy to be less social or interact less with close friends and family. Children grow up and have their own lives and schedules. We may have less close friends and opportunities to share time with meaningful people. These social connections can be crucial to our health and longevity. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). Why it's important to discuss the importance of social conn
Action - MWM
"Action is the foundational key to success." - Pablo Picasso This quote reminds us that in order to succeed we need to do! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why Is Eating Healthy So Expensive?
Heading to the grocery store can be a stressful experience these days especially if you enjoy eating healthy foods like lean meats, fruits and vegetables. It can be challenging trying to fill your cart with these items in a world where the prices just don't seem to add up fairly. The temptation to indulge in more cheaper or processed options can be real but not always good for your physical well b
Struggle - MWM
"If there is no struggle, there is no progress." - Frederick Douglass This quote reminds us that we must embrace the struggle, because it is in that that we make progress and growth. MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How Stress Affects Your Body And What You Can Do About It
Dealing with common stress affects everyone at times in our lives and it can be challenging to live normally when under stress. Unfortunately this can also affect us physically through our bodies which can causes aches, pains, headaches etc. Fortunately there are a few things you can try to help your body better respond to stress which will help keep you feeling healthier when these challenging ti
In Control - MWM
"They always say time changes things, but you actually have to change them yourself." – Andy Warhol This quote reminds us that we are in control of our lives, and what changes we must grow with…time is inevitably going to go forward. MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What To Do When Your Loved Ones Have Limitations
Staying mobile and living an active lifestyle is the holy grail of aging. However, not all of us will be able to be as active as we'd like in our golden years. What happens when you are still very much independent and mobile but your spouse or loved one is not? This can present many challenges especially in a close relationship. The mental, emotional and physical toll this can take on both parties
Change & Growth - MWM
"Change is inevitable. Growth is optional." – John Maxwell This quote reminds us that we are always changing, but how we grow from it is an option we must choose. MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5 Ways To Design Your Exercise Routine
Coming up with an exercise routine or plan that fits your lifestyle, schedule and goals can be challenging. Life is constantly changing and our needs change as well. Having a plan in place that you can follow or that helps guide you on your fitness journey can make your active lifestyle much more enjoyable. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). Why having an exercise plan or routine that you can rel
Two Options - MWM
"In any given moment we have two options: to step forward into growth or step back into safety." – Abraham Maslow This quote reminds us that we make the decision to go forward in our lives, or stay where we are and feel safe…choose wisely! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4 Reasons Why Your Body Plateaus
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 bo
Rest - MWM
"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! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Is It Safe To Exercise With A Cast Or Splint?
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 Th
Wind It Up - MWM
“You can’t turn back the clock. But you can wind it up again.” —Bonnie Prudden, rock climber This quote reminds us that we can keep going from where we are, not going backwards. MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Does Weightlifting Make You Bulky?
Using weights in your resistance training is a great way to add strength and stability to your weekly workouts. But what if you don't want to build "too much" muscle and feel like you look "bulky"? Does weight training add "bulkiness" to your body? This is a common concern mostly among women who are interested in adding strength but not to the point where they feel uncomfortable. In this episode w
Learn - MWM
“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! MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7 Ways To Set Fitness Goals To Motivate You
Staying motivated throughout the year to exercise can be challenging. There are many things in life that can easily sideline you in your efforts like a busy schedule, illness or just not feeling up for it everyday. These things are all normal and yet somehow, you know inside that you should choose to exercise when possible. Luckily there are a few tips on how to set goals that motivate you to exer
Burden Lightened - MWM
“No one is useless in this world who lightens the burden of another.”-Charles Dickens This quote reminds us that we all have a purpose and use, because we all touch another whether we know it or not. MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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