I’m honored to be featured on the cover of the City of Novato Parks and Recreation Winter and Spring 2023 Activity Guide. In the photo
Dear Youthful Heart, We’ve been through so much adversity over the last three years, and yet we’re still here! Your choice to not let the
Curious about my Zoom classes? Here’s a video replay of my live-streaming Fit and Fun Low Impact Aerobics class on September 12, 2022. Move into
Support active aging and vibrant longevity through the regular practice of the ancient art of Qigong, (pronounced ‘chee gung’). It is a beautifully flowing movement
The spirit of this meaningful time of year is all about hope, love, forgiveness, and freedom. It’s the season of rebirth and fresh beginnings! What do
Time for a short stretch break! This 5:45 minute video is a great routine to do if you’re sitting for long periods. It can help
Hello my dear Youthful Hearts. Remember me? I’ve missed you! How are you? I hope that you’ve enjoyed your holiday season and are ready to
This post includes a video clip demonstrating four ways to get down to and up from the floor. It is not expected that each person will be
Join Jeanette and Judy for a full body stretch on the mat, that will not just lengthen your muscles and connective tissues but will calm
Hello my dear Youthful Heart friends,A new decade is upon us! It’s a blank canvas…to be painted by each of us. What are you planning to create
Hello Youthful One, How’s it going so far in 2019? Hopefully this email finds you warm, cozy and well! Have you been hibernating this winter
Falls are a major cause of death and/or disability for people over 65. Learning about fall prevention is important, of course, but it is equally
On Aug 5, 2017, I was in my backyard making a short stretch video clip for a senior client and was delightfully surprised by a
The new year is upon us, and I’m ready to get the 50+ fitness training rolling! I hope you’ll hop aboard and join us for
I am delighted to have an article about my Youthful Hearts Fitness Program in this month’s issue of Northbay Biz Magazine. Thanks Bonnie Durrance for
One of my favorite functional exercises (and, in my opinion, the most important to practice DAILY!) is getting up and down from the floor. Don’t
I was recently interviewed by Catherine Wolz, Associate Director of Education at the American Institute for Cancer Research. She asked me questions about cancer survivors
What do you think would happen if you tried to ride a bicycle that had been designed to go right when you steer left, and
I love how well the exercises we do together in my boomer and senior classes help maintain and improve our functional fitness for easier, daily living.
Get moving! This 120-page free guide describes the benefits of exercise and physical activity for older people. Learn how to set exercise goals and stick
It’s that time of year…my Youthful Hearts Classes are in the holiday spirit at the Margaret Todd Senior Center! Sending warm winter hugs to you
I have no classes in Novato next week, so I got to start my Thanksgiving celebration early today. My Fit and Fun gals showed up
If you’re bored in retirement, or want to live longer, take a lesson from this guy! He’s not your average retiree. What Stephen Jepson is
The following was shared with me by Nick Ortner, producer of the documentary film called “The Tapping Solution.” This video has a POWERFUL message. It’s
Every Thanksgiving I enjoy giving a gift to all of my class members as a way of saying thank you for their participation in my
This low impact aerobics practice segment is a fun way to warm up (and wake-up!) the mind and body. It’s great to do before more
86 YEAR OLD Johanna Quaas is a true inspiration to all of us as she is spending her days tumbling, spinning and twirling on the gym
This is the best case of non-retirement that I’ve ever seen. Ever feel too old or too tired? Well, then watch this video. Go out
Watch a line dance video excerpt from our 2012 Seniors Spring Fling at the Margaret Todd Senior Center in Novato, CA, presented to raise money
Seniors & Boomers: These moderate leg and core strength training exercises are safe and easy to learn. They will help you with your balance and with
As we grow older, we expect certain changes to occur. We may notice that we have less energy, gain weight, and are not as strong
I recently found out that one of my long-term class members, Norma Sass, just turned 90. I announced it to everyone in class that day
An elderly couple walked into the lobby of the Mayo Clinic for a checkup and spotted a piano. They’ve been married for 62 years and
Seniors and boomers after fifty, help yourself feel better instantly while reclaiming your natural healing capabilities. These gentle, holistic energy medicine exercises decrease anxiety and
Older bodies are prone to loss of strength and muscle (sarcopenia). Fast-twitch muscle fibers are especially prone to atrophy which is why many older adults
Ready for some soothing exercise? This stretch routine can be done while sitting at your desk! Let’s get moving! Follow along with me to help
When I created my Five Minutes of Fitness After 50, episode #6, I ended up with almost 10 minutes of chair stretching. So I divided
When you think of world record holders in track and field you probably don’t think about Canadian Olga Kotelko. Her competitive quest has taken her
Today I gave a demo line dance class at the “Let’s Move, Novato! event that was put on by the Novato Parks, Recreation and Community
Ready for some energizing exercise? Let’s get moving! Baby boomers and seniors, follow along with me to help improve your leg strength, flexibility and balance.