Fitness Tips

The most important part of your fitness program

written by john c ashworth The most important part of your fitness program As a former fitness coach and personal trainer and currently a fit, healthy fitness over 50 cadre member, people ask me from time to time what it is that I do to keep myself in shape.   My answer always begins with…

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This is 80% of the battle for fitness over 50

written by john c ashworth Consistency! Yeah, you probably could argue that this is 80% of the battle at any age. I might agree, and when people ask me what my secret to staying fit has been over the course of my life, the first thing I always say is, “consistency.” I’ve NEVER stopped. Ever!…

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How a lunchtime swim can change your destiny

The outdoor pool at Harbor Athletic Club was closed today, of course. But inside, the lap pool was a perfect opportunity to bring life back to my afternoon. Always amazed by the cathartic transformation possible following a lunchtime swim. -John

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[fitness friday] 5 Reasons Golf is more Exercise than YOU think…even when you use a golf cart!

written by john c ashworth, ma Whether you ride in a golf cart of not, the game is full of walking.  But it’s not just the walking that makes golf both great exercise and a fantastic lifetime sport.  The game is full of athletic moves, and full of opportunities to improve your strength, balance, and…

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Exercises. Dumbbell Squats with dumbbells at your shoulders.

The Exercise List produced by john & carl ashworth Dumbbell squats with dumbbells at your shoulders During this dumbbell squat, hold the dumbells at your shoulders and feel how much harder your back has to work.  Be careful.  Don’t go too heavy too soon.  Always remember, you have to be strong to get stronger and…

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Exercise of the week. Mostly straight leg dead lifts.

…training tips from twenty year fitness coach, john c ashworth  

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