My History – Part 1
I was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. To be specific Brighton Beach. To be even more specific I went to PS 225 and Lincoln High School. In 1944 and 1945 I developed pneumonia. It was before penicillin was invented. The first time I was [...]
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 [...]
How I Keep My Forearms Strong (And Why It Matters More Than You Think)
Many people focus on big muscles as they get older — legs, back, maybe their heart health. But one area that often gets ignored is the forearms. I’ve learned over many decades that forearm strength quietly supports many of the things that help you stay independent [...]
So why is it important to see a chiropractor even when you are not in pain?
Many of you go to a chiropractor when you have a pinched nerve in your lower back and are experiencing severe pain. In many cases the chiropractor can reduce or eliminate the pain. So, why is it necessary to see a chiropractor when you don’t feel [...]
Why I Still Do Leg Lifts at 90 (And Why Your Core Needs Them Too)
Over the years I have learned something very simple about staying strong: the exercises that help you the most are usually not complicated. In fact, many of the best ones are the easiest to do and require no equipment at all. One of those exercises is [...]
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 [...]
Building Core Strength with Crunches (Even If You Can’t Do One Yet)
One thing I have learned over many decades of staying active is this: strong abdominal muscles make almost everything else easier. They help you stand taller. They help support your back. They help you stay steady on your feet. And yes, they might even help you [...]
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. [...]
