Exercise Habits

The Strength to Help Others: Why I Never Neglect My Triceps

At my age, I don’t spend much time thinking about lifting heavy weights for the sake of it. But I do think about being useful. There’s a quiet satisfaction in being able to step in and help when someone needs it. Maybe it’s pushing a stalled [...]

April 9, 2026|Categories: Exercise Habits, Healthy Aging, Strength Training|

Train Your Brain While You Train Your Body: The Power of Counting Your Reps in Reverse

Most people think of exercise as something you do only for your body. But after 90 years of living, I’ve learned something important: if you want to stay sharp, you should look for ways to exercise your mind at the same time. One simple habit I’ve [...]

March 22, 2026|Categories: Exercise Habits, Healthy Aging, Longevity Habits, Mental Fitness|

How to Make Planks Less Boring (And Build Strength the Smart Way)

Performing planks is one of the simplest and most effective ways I know to strengthen your abdominal muscles. Over the years I have learned that strength in this area is about much more than appearance. Of course, there is nothing wrong with wanting to look good. [...]

March 22, 2026|Categories: Core Strength, Exercise Habits, Fitness Fundamentals, Healthy Aging|
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