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👟 Runners Over 40: The Secret to Staying Injury-Free Is Strength Training
Running is freedom. It clears your head, boosts your mood, and helps you feel like you . But if you’re a runner over 40, you might have...
Anna Armstrong
Jul 83 min read
💪 How to Start Working Out Again at 45 — Without Feeling Intimidated
So, you’re 45.Maybe it’s been a while since you laced up your sneakers. Maybe your body feels different than it used to — tighter hips,...
Anna Armstrong
Jul 83 min read
🌿 Outdoor Fitness vs. The Gym: What Midlife Women Actually Want
If you're a woman in your 40s, 50s, or beyond, chances are the gym doesn’t feel like it used to — or maybe it never did. The loud music....
Anna Armstrong
Jul 83 min read
So why is strength training the best thing you can do for your body over 40?
1. 🦴 You Start to Lose Muscle and Bone — Unless You Train It Once we hit 40, we can lose up to 1% of muscle mass per year , and that...
Anna Armstrong
Jul 82 min read
What Winter Gives Us (That Summer Can’t)
When winter rolls in, everything slows down a little. The social calendar quiets, the mornings are crisp, and motivation? Well… that can...
Anna Armstrong
Aug 62 min read
Unlock Your Potential with Activation & Mobility Classes: Moving Well for Aches, Pains, and Peak Performance
When it comes to fitness, moving well is more than just a trend—it’s a necessity for lifelong health, injury prevention, and enhanced...
Anna Armstrong
Apr 92 min read
Stop using the word "Should" and take back control
How often do you find yourself saying, "I should be in better shape" or "I should be working out more"? That one little word— should...
Anna Armstrong
Apr 92 min read
Why Strength Training is a Game-Changer for Women Over 40
At Fitness is Fun, our strength classes are designed specifically for women over 40, helping them build resilience, confidence, and...
Anna Armstrong
Apr 92 min read
Our relationship with food: dealing with emotional eating
Why I am not a nutritionist, when I worked with Deborah Murtagh years a go she she enlightened me to understand our connection with food....
Anna Armstrong
Apr 93 min read
Lifespan vs Health span
Have you ever wondered what it really means to live a long, fulfilling life? Is it just about the number of years you live—or something...
Anna Armstrong
Feb 32 min read
Courage, Bravery, and Authenticity: Lessons from Remarkable Lives
In the weekend I attended a conference on Arthrogryposis, a condition affecting joint mobility (and what my daughter has), and I came...
Anna Armstrong
Feb 33 min read
Dealing with Stress and Anxiety
Last week we had Ryan Johnston come and talked to us about nutrition and gut health. One of the biggest takeaways from our session was...
Anna Armstrong
Nov 13, 20242 min read
Love your Body
I want to take a moment to talk about something close to my heart: self-love and learning to appreciate our bodies. One of the most...
Anna Armstrong
Nov 13, 20242 min read
It is Tough, Suck it Up
Making change is tough and requires resilience and perseverance. Achieving our goals means pushing through barriers and facing the many...
Anna Armstrong
Jul 25, 20242 min read
Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis, I always picture the little old lady hunched over on a walking stick, the word “frail” comes to mind as another...
Anna Armstrong
Jul 25, 20242 min read
Running Pain-Free: Building a Strong, Efficient, and Comfortable Body
Running has been experiencing a surge in popularity, with more people hitting the trails and pavements every year. Its accessibility,...
Anna Armstrong
Jul 25, 20243 min read
The Runner's Mindset: Finding Joy Beyond Finishing Times
Running is a journey that involves both the mind and the body. While physical training is crucial, the mental aspect of running plays an...
Anna Armstrong
Jul 25, 20243 min read
Unlocking your brains potential: The transformative power of exercise
We all want to enhance our brainpower and avoid the debilitating effects of Alzheimer's and dementia. We all suffer the brain fog and...
Anna Armstrong
Jun 14, 20244 min read
Building your Run Foundations the How and Why
When it comes to starting or improving run fitness and minimizing the risk of injuries, there's one element that stands out above the...
Anna Armstrong
Nov 29, 20232 min read
Introducing the Tidbit Training Plan - Achievable Fitness Goals
I hope this email finds you well. I wanted to share an different approach to fitness training that I've been implementing with some of my...
Anna Armstrong
Nov 29, 20232 min read
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