Senior Fitness With Meredith
497 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 18 hours ago - ★★★★ - 19 ratingsA 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.
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Never Too Late - MWM#257
April 22, 2024 13:00 - 4 minutes - 2.3 MB“It’s never too late — never too late to start over, never too late to be happy.” – Jane Fonda This quote reminds us that no matter our age or where we are, we can do what we wish and hope for, and always be happy! Meredith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What Size Weights Does Meredith Use?
April 16, 2024 13:00 - 31 minutes - 14.4 MBChoosing the right weight size when exercising is an important aspect when performing resistance training. Making sure you choose a weight size that is comfortable for the exercise you are doing can make the difference between possibly risking injury and building strength safely. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). Meredith’s overall philosophy on weight training and the benefits of regular resistance training exercises. 2). Some of Meredith’s personal experiences in training clients over...
Live Now - MWM#256
April 15, 2024 13:00 - 5 minutes - 2.34 MB“Remember, remember, this is now, and now, and now. Live it, feel it, cling to it. I want to become acutely aware of all I’ve taken for granted.”-Sylvia Plath This quote reminds us to live now, because it is now and all we have…do not take it for granted! Meredith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How Multitasking Can Do More Harm Than Good
April 09, 2024 13:00 - 30 minutes - 13.9 MBMulti tasking is the act of attempting to accomplish many things at once. Doing laundry, balancing your check book, doing the dishes, texting your family members etc. Trying to get many things done at once can make you feel as if you’re being productive but it can also take a toll on your mental, emotional and physical well being if it becomes the norm for your living style. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). Some of Meredith’s own personal struggles with multitasking and how it can affec...
Fear - MWM#255
April 08, 2024 13:00 - 5 minutes - 2.53 MB“Fear, to a great extent, is born of a story we tell ourselves.”-Cheryl Strayed This quote reminds us that many of the fears we have are ones we tell ourselves, and make ourselves believe. Meredith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Importance Of Reading Nutrition Labels
April 02, 2024 13:00 - 29 minutes - 13.7 MBHaving a balanced diet to compliment an active lifestyle is key to living longer and healthier. However, not knowing exactly what we put into our bodies to support our healthy lifestyle can be a drawback, especially when we think what we are consuming is healthy. Nutrition labels give us the information we need to make smart choices and allow us to build a plan around the best choices of food for our bodies. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). Why we wanted to dedicate a full episode to nu...
No Excuses - MWM#254
April 01, 2024 13:00 - 4 minutes - 2.06 MB“Stop making excuses, you're the only one stopping you.”-Issa Rae This quote reminds us that the excuses that we use are usually ones we make so we do not have to do something. Let’s stop making excuses! Meredith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Should You Start With Cardio Or Strength Training When Exercising?
March 26, 2024 13:00 - 30 minutes - 13.8 MBRegular exercise is vital to living a longer more independent life and making sure to include both cardio exercises and strength training when exercising are the pillars to good body health. But what is the best combination to start with when you train? Should you begin with cardio exercises like walking and running or should you begin with resistance training using weights for movements like curls, shoulder raises or leg presses to get started? In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). Why we ...
Strength - MWM#253
March 25, 2024 13:00 - 5 minutes - 2.68 MB“The Sun himself is weak when he first rises, and gathers strength and courage as the day gets on.” -Charles Dickens This quote reminds us that our weakness can change when we allow our internal strength and courage to grow. Meredith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why Wearing Proper Workout Attire Is Important
March 19, 2024 13:00 - 29 minutes - 13.4 MBRegular exercise takes effort to achieve and can benefit your health in many ways. However, attempting to exercise in clothing/attire that doesn’t fit right or isn’t comfortable can actually be hurting your chances of getting a great workout in. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). What inspired Meredith to discuss this topic and how she reacted when she saw someone exercising at the gym wearing jeans and polo shirt. 2). Some of the reasoning behind why we choose what we wear when it’s tim...
Live Life - MWM#252
March 18, 2024 13:00 - 3 minutes - 1.64 MB“You don't have to understand life. You just have to live it.”-Matt Haig This quote is the reminder that life should be lived, even when we do not understand what is going on and why things are happening…keep living. Meredith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How Much Protein Should You Consume Each Day?
March 12, 2024 13:00 - 28 minutes - 13.2 MBTaking in protein is an important aspect to living a healthy and active lifestyle. We all know that adding protein to your meals helps your body build and maintain muscle which is very important when it comes to being able to handle the physical activities throughout the day (carrying groceries, going up stairs etc). But do you know how MUCH protein you should be consuming on a daily basis to best optimize your muscle growth and health? In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). Why we decided t...
Dreams Change - MWM#251
March 11, 2024 13:00 - 5 minutes - 2.6 MB“Thankfully, dreams can change. If we'd all stuck with our first dream, the world would be overrun with cowboys and princesses.”-Stephen Colbert This quote lets you know it is okay to change your plans, come up with new dreams, and live your true and authentic life for YOU! Meredith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why You Aren't Seeing The Exercise Results You Want
March 05, 2024 13:00 - 29 minutes - 13.4 MBRegular exercise is part of the main pillars in life that will help you stay healthy, strong and live longer. We put a lot of time and energy into it over the years which sometimes makes us feel like we should be seeing certain results as our bodies change. However, this may not always be the case. Not seeing results from the hard work you do exercising can be frustrating and de-motivating. Putting in what feels like a lot of exercise each week and not seeing the expected results can lead t...
Testing Will - MWM#250
March 04, 2024 13:00 - 5 minutes - 2.37 MB“Life has many ways of testing a person’s will, either by having nothing happen at all or having everything happen all at once.”-Paulo Coelho This quote is a reminder that your will can help you push through the all or nothing…you can do it! Meredith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Our Best Exercises For Fall Prevention
February 27, 2024 13:00 - 29 minutes - 13.4 MBPreventing falls is an important aspect of living an active lifestyle especially as we age. Injury from a fall can have long lasting effects not just physically but mentally and emotionally as well. Being proactive and including exercises in your weekly routine that support strengthening the muscles which are the core of our balance is important to staying independent well into our later years. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). Why we thought it was important to address Falls Prevention ...
Challenges - MWM#249
February 26, 2024 13:00 - 5 minutes - 2.42 MB“There’s always a new challenge to keep you motivated.”-Sean Connery This quote is a reminder that even the challenges of life can be your motivation to keep moving forward! Meredith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Is There A Perfect Pinnacle To Fitness?
February 20, 2024 13:00 - 29 minutes - 13.6 MBWe receive many comments and questions about what is the perfect workout to do each week. This of course is different for everyone and is open to interpretations but it did get us wondering if there is such a thing as the “Pinnacle of Fitness”? In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). Some of Meredith’s personal experiences in working with clients of all ages and their thoughts on striving for the perfect fitness regimen and lifestyle. 2). How the “Pinnacle” of fitness can mean different thing...
Hold On - MWM#248
February 19, 2024 13:00 - 5 minutes - 2.56 MB“The best thing to hold onto in life is each other.”-Audrey Hepburn This quote is the reminder of how important it is to have others in our lives…and to keep them close! Meredith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What Are The Costs Involved To Staying Healthy?
February 13, 2024 13:00 - 29 minutes - 13.5 MBMaking sure we embrace an overall healthy lifestyle can add years (and memories) on to our lives. Choosing a proper diet and exercising regularly are two pillars that contribute to sustained mobility and longevity. But at what financial cost do we take on over time when embracing these habits? In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). Meredith’s thoughts on what it means to live a “healthy lifestyle” as compared to an “unhealthy lifestyle”. 2). Why the cost of purchasing “healthier” choices at ...
Say It - MWM#247
February 12, 2024 13:00 - 5 minutes - 2.55 MB“The regret of my life is that I have not said ‘I love you’ often enough.”-Yoko Ono This quote is a reminder to say “I love you”, often and to all…it is wonderful to us and those who receive it! Meredith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Importance Of Strength Training For Women
February 06, 2024 13:00 - 29 minutes - 13.6 MBTraditionally, strength training exercises have been looked at as more of a “masculine” activity which leads to a larger muscles and muscular physique. This is the stereotype we have heard before. But this couldn’t be farther from the truth! Resistance and strength training is just as important for women as it is for men and the main focus of using weights with exercise is not to grow large muscles and look like competitive body builders, which is why we wanted to debunk the myths around s...
Goals and Dreams - MWM#246
February 05, 2024 12:00 - 5 minutes - 2.45 MB“You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.”-C.S.Lewis This quote reminds us to keep setting goals and dreaming dreams, no matter your age…you can do it! Meredith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Benefits Of Pilates And Barre Exercises
January 30, 2024 13:00 - 29 minutes - 13.5 MBHere at Senior Fitness With Meredith we love incorporating all kinds of different exercises and workouts that we think will help our watching audience. We recently introduced a few new workouts that focus on Pilates and Barre inspired movements and have received great feedback on them! (Thank You!) This week we wanted to discuss the benefits of these types of workouts and why we felt it was important to include Pilates/Barre in our growing library of exercises for seniors (and all ages). I...
Beginning - MWM#245
January 29, 2024 13:00 - 4 minutes - 2.01 MB“Do not wait until the conditions are perfect to begin. Beginning makes the conditions perfect.”-Alan Cohen This quote is a reminder to start…stop waiting, just try and start, and keep going! Meredith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tips On Downsizing Or Moving As We Age
January 23, 2024 13:00 - 29 minutes - 13.4 MBDownsizing and/or moving can be a challenge for anyone, especially as we age. It can be mentally, physically and emotionally taxing to plan a move or to downsize a life that we may have lived for many years at a time. The process of making a lifestyle change in our living situation can be a daunting one but there are things you can do to ensure a smooth transition in all aspects of our physical, mental and emotional well being. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). How Meredith’s mother insp...
Love - MWM#244
January 22, 2024 13:00 - 4 minutes - 2.1 MB“I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear.”-Martin Luther King Jr This quote is a reminder of how love is lightning, and hate will only bring you down, especially over time. Meredith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tips On Coming Back To Exercise After A Muscle Pull Or Strain
January 16, 2024 13:00 - 29 minutes - 13.5 MBExperiencing a muscle strain or pull can be a challenging experience, especially if you live an active lifestyle. It’s never easy rehabilitating and injury and it’s also just as difficult to return to exercise after being sidelined for a long period of time. Luckily, there are a few things you can do to help make sure your journey back to exercise is safe, effective and helps prevent further injury. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). What exactly is a muscle strain or pull and how do you...
Get It Right - MWM#243
January 15, 2024 13:00 - 5 minutes - 2.71 MB“Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right.”-Oprah Winfrey This motivation is a reminder to keep going, there is always tomorrow, and another chance to make it right! Meredith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
An Interview with Meredith and Her Mother Part 2
January 09, 2024 13:00 - 29 minutes - 13.4 MBThis is the second episode in a special 2 part interview series with Meredith's mother Genie. She has played such an influential part in Meredith's life and we are grateful to have the chance to sit down and learn more about her philosophies on health and well being as we age. If you missed Part 1 you can also listen to it here. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). Some of Genie's thoughts on today's modern health and fitness industry and how it's grown in the past many years. 2). How nutr...
Going - MWM#242
January 08, 2024 13:00 - 5 minutes - 2.62 MB“I don’t know where I’m going from here, but I promise it won’t be boring.”-David Bowie This motivation is a reminder to keep things fun as we move through life, never knowing where it will take us! Meredith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
An Interview with Meredith and Her Mother Part 1
January 02, 2024 13:00 - 26 minutes - 12.2 MBWe have a special 2 part podcast special this week featuring a candid interview with our special guest, Meredith’s mother Genie! This is part one of our series where we dive into learning more about her beginnings and how her thoughts on fitness and health helped inspire Meredith to become the woman she is today In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). How Genie played a big role in Meredith’s early years in helping grow her interest in fitness and learning the important of embracing an active ...
New Year - MWM#241
January 01, 2024 13:00 - 6 minutes - 2.8 MB“What the new year brings to you will depend a great deal on what you bring to the new year.”-Vern Mclellan This motivation is a reminder to bring positivity into each new time in your life, especially when we start our new year! Meredith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Benefits of Water Aerobics
December 26, 2023 13:00 - 28 minutes - 13 MBWater aerobics or exercising in water has been gaining popularity among older adults. Exercising in a low impact and safe environment has many benefits especially those with burdened joints and/or limitations. Water buoyancy creates a safe place for doing low impact style cardio movements that are very easy on knees, hips, elbows and just about any other body part that regularly absorbs impact during the normal tasks of the day. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). The definition of "Water...
Love In Giving - MWM#240
December 25, 2023 13:00 - 4 minutes - 2.29 MB“It’s not how much we give but how much love we put into giving.” –Mother Theresa This motivation is a reminder to give from the heart, no matter how big or small, or of your time…make sure it comes from the heart! Team Meredith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Avoid Back Injuries With These Helpful Tips
December 19, 2023 13:00 - 28 minutes - 12.9 MBBack injuries can occur at anytime and are common amongst most people. We have all experienced back pain or injury at some point in our lives and when it happens, it can sometimes be debilitating. Remaining active is a big part of living a long and healthy life. Having limited mobility because of back pain affects our willingness to stay active which in turn, affects overall health. Fortunately, there are things we can do everyday to help keep our backs in the best shape possible and that d...
Happiness - MWM#239
December 18, 2023 13:00 - 6 minutes - 3.02 MB“Happiness is good health and a bad memory.”-Ingrid Bergman This motivation is a reminder to stay healthy AND keep the past in the past to stay happy! Meredith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Our 5 Best Strategies For Getting Better Sleep
December 12, 2023 13:00 - 27 minutes - 12.7 MBGetting our best sleep is something we always wish for when we lay our heads down at night. Being able to wake up in the morning refreshed and ready to face the day is the goal, but it doesn’t always work out that way unfortunately, especially as we age. However, there are a few things we can try to give us the best chances at a good night’s rest. If done consistently, you’ll most likely get into the habit of good sleep preparation and benefit from a well rested mind and body on a regular ...
Compliments - MWM#238
December 11, 2023 13:00 - 6 minutes - 3.01 MB“I can live for two months on a good compliment.”-Mark Twain This motivation is a reminder to give and receive compliments…they can do so much for others and ourselves. Meredith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The 6 Best Exercises For Activities of Daily Living (ADL)
December 05, 2023 13:00 - 30 minutes - 13.8 MBWe may not realize it but everyday activities such as carrying groceries, walking up and down stairs or getting up out of chairs all depend on muscle groups that we can easily take for granted. These tasks are essential and routine which most healthy individuals can perform without assistance. These are defined as Activities of Daily Living or ADL. Such tasks are so common during the day that we don’t often realize the energy and strength needed to accomplish them until we are sidelined or ...
Disguise - MWM#237
December 04, 2023 13:00 - 6 minutes - 3.02 MB“A weed is no more than a flower in disguise.” -James Lowell This motivation reminds us to look at ourselves as beautiful, and things around us as beautiful, no matter what others say. Meredith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Senior's Guide To TikTok
November 28, 2023 13:00 - 27 minutes - 12.7 MBTikTok is one of the most popular social media platforms available today. It allows you to share short form videos publicly where others can consume and comment on them. This is very similar to other platforms like Instagram and Facebook but more heavily focused on video. This platform does have it’s drawbacks (like most social media apps) but it can also be very useful and helpful if used correctly, especially for seniors. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). A quick explanation into what...
Effort - MWM#236
November 27, 2023 13:00 - 6 minutes - 2.93 MB“Winning is not everything, but the effort to win is.”-Zig Ziglar This motivation reminds us to keep the thought to win in our lives, knowing we do not need to win but we must believe in ourselves. Meredith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Benefits of Using Walking Sticks or Poles
November 21, 2023 13:00 - 28 minutes - 13.1 MBIf you love walking as a cardio exercise (as mush as we do!) and are looking to add variety to your walks, consider adding walking sticks or poles to your regular hikes. The addition of walking sticks or “trekking poles” is a great way to maximize your bodies capabilities during a walk and provides many health benefits that may not seem obvious. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). Some of Meredith’s personal experiences in learning about the benefits of using walking sticks through a class...
Run Over - MWM#235
November 20, 2023 13:00 - 5 minutes - 2.74 MB“Even if you are on the right track, you will get run over if you just sit there.”-Will Rogers This motivation is a reminder to get going, pursuing forward momentum, do not get complacent…or you will get run over. Meredith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Helpful Tips For Dealing With Anxiety
November 14, 2023 13:00 - 28 minutes - 13.2 MBAnxiety is a common problem for many people of all ages. Dealing with the effects of a traumatic event or loss can trigger feelings of panic, worry and fear, sometimes in a moments notice. Problems like this can lead to feelings of being alone and anti-social. It can also affect your physical health as the motivation to stay healthy can be affected greatly. The good news is that there are ways to handle feelings of anxiety and anxiousness so you don’t have to feel like a prisoner within yo...
Larger or Smaller - MWM#234
November 13, 2023 13:00 - 7 minutes - 3.37 MB“A single day is enough to make us a little larger or, another time, a little smaller.”-Paul Klee This motivation is about how we view ourselves and what we choose to work on each day. Meredith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How Much Should You Be Exercising?
November 07, 2023 13:00 - 27 minutes - 12.6 MBThe amount that one should exercise is a common question we receive. Knowing how much you should exercise during a week or month can be the difference between a healthy lifestyle or one that effects other areas of your life like mood, motivation and overall wellness. However, the answer to this question is different for everyone and knowing how to find your “sweet spot” for exercising is the key to unlocking a long lasting healthy lifestyle. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). Some of Mer...
Time - MWM#233
November 06, 2023 13:00 - 5 minutes - 2.43 MB“No great thing is created suddenly.”-Epictetus This motivation is about remembering great things, and change, take time! Meredith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What To Do If You Feel Unheard By Your Doctor Or Physician
October 31, 2023 13:00 - 27 minutes - 12.7 MBRegular doctor visits or checkups can be stressful for some, especially if we feel like we aren’t being heard or are feeling ignored when communicating. Unfortunately this is an all too common problem for many people and feeling unheard can lead to depression or feelings of “giving up” when it comes to communicating with your doctor. Fortunately there are things you can do to make sure you are being valued when it comes time to discuss your situation with your doctor or physician. In This ...