Getting Fit At Any Age
Who we are
Penny Cooper has been into personal fitness ever since before anyone ever called it that. Adventurous and loving cycling, running and hiking in the great outdoors.
Not only a qualified Personal Trainer but our Editor-in-Chief at Midlife Hacks pulls on her qualifications with a BA in English from Edinburgh Uni.
Penny wants to encourage everyone, especially those over 50 to keep moving and eat well to remain fit or to get fitter for an improved quality of life as we age.
Our Latest Posts
Life After 50. 10 Things to Do Better To Get More Out of Living
No one is really fully prepared to face the challenges that come with aging. As I got older, the idea of life after 50 didn’t exactly fill me with glee,…
Strength Training After 50 – Why There’s Nothing To Fear
It’s never too late to start taking care of ourselves to help undo the effects of time. Getting older is an undeniable fact of life but feeling old is another…
Cardio After 50 – It’s Time to Get Started Faint-hearted or Not
Cardio after 50 is necessary for flexibility, burning calories, and building endurance. Flexibility exercises will help you remain agile by ensuring you can avoid injury and ensure a wide range…
What Is Considered to Be Middle Age & What Is “Old”?
Is there a set age or range that definitively determines when someone has reached middle age? Does this mean they’re entering “old” territory? So what is considered middle age? First…
7 Benefits of Strength Training for Older Adults
In life, we reach a certain age where we feel that we have no energy anymore to do anything. Life becomes more sedentary and muscle loss happens naturally as we…
8 Best Walking Shoes For Older Adults: But They’re Still Cool In 2022
As we get older, the needs of our bodies change drastically. Our joints may need a bit of extra love and attention as we grow older, but we won’t let…
9 Best Handheld Electronic Games for Seniors to Maintain Brain Power
Estimates differ but there are over 2 million video games available either to play on your smart device or on a purpose-made device. This article will take a look at…
How Long Do Hiking Boots Last? 7 Ways to Tell
Hiking boots are a perfect example of purpose-built footwear, and since they can be on the pricey side, it’s good to know how long they will last and when to…