by Libby | Oct 7, 2024 | Exercise
“But what about cardio?” 🏃♀️ It’s a question I get asked all the time (especially from women who were kids prior to 1995 and still kinda believe that strength training = bulky muscles and cardio = fat loss + lean bodies.) But here’s the reality: As we age,...
by Libby | Oct 4, 2024 | Back pain, Exercise, Glow Physio
Want to avoid injuries when lifting? Here are five things to keep in mind: 🔥Learn what good form looks and feels like – This is your foundation! Don’t just guess. Check yourself in the mirror, grab some guidance, or even film yourself. If it feels dodgy, it probably...
by Libby | Oct 2, 2024 | Exercise, Strength Training
Lifting weights that are heavy enough to build muscle mass can feel like hard work. But losing muscle mass, bone mass, functional independence and confidence can feel a whole lot harder. Strength or resistance training is the only effective way we have to maintain or...
by Libby | Sep 30, 2024 | Exercise, Glow Physio
The truth is, we start losing muscle mass from our mid 30s onwards. We lose even more around our perimenopausal years, and the loss is supercharged during the menopause transition. We need muscle mass for strength and power, which we need for:🔄Longevity🧠Cognitive...
by Libby | Sep 27, 2024 | Exercise, Glow Physio, Mums, Pelvic floor, Strength Training
Starting a new exercise habit can be so tough. I mean, you KNOW it’s good for you. you WANT to be that person. You might have even gone out and bought new workout gear to get you motivated! But then it doesn’t happen… Or you start off well, but it just doesn’t last....
by Libby | Sep 18, 2024 | Exercise, Glow Physio, Strength Training
Your mindset of “I’ll do it when I haver more time” is holding you back from feeling better in your body right now. Because the truth is, you don’t need more time to start building a stronger, more resilient body. If you can’t build...
