Anti-aging
Unveiling The Secrets To Living A Long And Active Life
You can bend the rules of time…
As a profession rooted in science, we believe that exercise should be considered a health-enhancing, potentially life-extending treatment, alongside necessary medications and a healthy diet.
Solid evidence shows that exercise helps in preventing or managing chronic conditions that can influence longevity. Researchers have also found that it goes much further than that. Here is some of what they have discovered about aging and exercise so far:
Women who do muscle strengthening had a reduction in their cardiovascular mortality by 30%...
Studies have shown that women who lifted weights or did resistance training saw extraordinary health benefits. Weight training can reduce fatigue and improve aches and pains associated with aging, such as pesky lower back pain. Resistance training can improve bone mass and reduce bone loss, which can prevent breakages during falls, one of the leading causes of injury and death in people over age 65. Weight training can also improve your breathing and help you sleep better.
The benefits are not just internal, though; weight training can even make you look younger. One 2023 study suggested that weight and aerobic training could be the path to radiant skin as you age. It showed that while exercise in general improved skin elasticity, weight training actually increased the thickness of the dermis layer, which led to more youthful-looking skin.Where do you start?
It can be hard to know where to start when beginning strength training. There are countless exercises to work a range of different muscles. There are also safety concerns and a wide variety of potentially confusing equipment.
Start with a short, simple program. Your goal is to do a strength-training routine that works for all muscle groups on two non-consecutive days a week. This will help you build a strong foundation and progress from week to week. If you're a beginner, you only need to choose one or two exercises for each muscle group in the upper body and three to four moves for the lower body.Do you need our help?
We have various programs and services available to help you on your journey to better health. CLICK HERE FOR OUR PROGRAMS PAGE
If you are still not sure about weight training, or need someone to help motivate you, contact our team to book a free strategy session with one of our lead fitness coaches. They can review your goals and provide you with the advice and guidance you need to finally achieve success. We have programs for beginners who need help getting started as well as for more seasoned exercisers who want to push themselves further.
To book your complimentary call, click the link below to get expert advice over the phone. The call is free of charge, and, of course, there is no obligation to book a strategy session after the call. We leave that decision 100% up to you. And suppose we are not the right option for you. In that case, we'll be sure to direct you to the correct resources for your specific set of circumstances.
“Here Are 4 People We’ve Helped Recently”
Please enjoy watching these case-studies of other people just like you who came to see the Fitness team at Bellefleur Fitness:
I’ve been training with Meghan for over a 1 year now.
Wow! What a difference it’s made in my life.
There are not many people that I’d get up for at 6:15am to exercise with but she makes it so fun and is very supportive and encouraging.
I remember crying in the car before I walked in the first day. I had lost my confidence and thought I was physically too far gone to be able to get fit again.
Meghan caught me… and this week I lifted several personal bests! Who would have thought I’d be bench pressing in my 50’s - and loving it!
If you are unsure, give her a call. If you are scared, give her a call. If it’s time to do something for yourself, give her a call.
Cathy Priestman
Bellefleur Fitness is just what I needed to get stronger and have more endurance. It started out as a New Year’s resolution and am now 6 months in and still going strong! The staff is encouraging, knowledgeable and motivating and the exercises are tailored to my specific needs! Best thing I could have done for myself, I highly recommend!
Diane Gratton
Instructors are motivating, experienced and fun! I like the number of creative programs offered, that I can move at my own pace, and can ask questions or for assistance at any time. Mostly, am excited at seeing results in increased endurance, body strength & mobility and feeling great!
Catherine Harvey
Today I completed my 75th workout and I wanted to take the time to express my gratitude to Meghan and her incredible team at Bellefleur Fitness! I'm beyond grateful for the expertise, support, and encouragement I've received, especially from you Meghan, throughout this journey. Your guidance has not only helped me reach my 75th workout milestone but also enabled me to reduce my high blood pressure medication by over half! Your unique approach to accountability without being pushy has been a game-changer for me. I appreciate how you've helped me focus on my overall well-being, and I love the creative theme weeks that keep my workouts engaging and fun! Thank you for creating a supportive community that feels like family. I'm so appreciative of your dedication and passion that help me and others achieve their fitness goals. Please keep inspiring and motivating me to reach new heights!"
Helene Marinier