As you may know, before law school, after I landed in Philadelphia, I made my living as a personal fitness trainer. My career in fitness began many years earlier – until my freshman year in college, I never really exercised. That all changed when a girl I was dating broke my heart. I was so despondent I couldn’t sleep, couldn’t eat. I just sat in my dorm room. One lonely afternoon, I did some pushups. Then some air squats Then some jumping jacks. That moment catalyzed my interest. The next summer, I became a certified personal trainer and worked in [...]

The winter holidays are filled with an abundance of family, food, and celebrations. While it is a season associated with joy and cheer, it’s also a time of year when seniors need to be extra mindful about their well-being. Colder temperatures increase the risk of illnesses, large gatherings can be overwhelming, daily routines may be disrupted, and unfamiliar environments can lead to falls. The good news is that many of these situations can be avoided with simple steps and planning ahead. Here are 7 simple holiday wellness tips for seniors to stay healthy and enjoy the season. Stay Active For [...]

Physical activity vs. exercise - those words are often used interchangeably, but should they be? While it’s true that exercise is a form of physical activity, not all physical activity is considered exercise. For seniors specifically, both physical activity and exercise play an important role in healthy aging. Physical Activity vs. Exercise For Seniors To start, physical activity is any bodily movement produced by muscles that results in energy expenditure. Anytime you stand up from a chair, take a walk between rooms, climb the stairs, or reach down to pick something up off the floor you’re doing a form of [...]