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Completed a triathlon at 62 and won an award for her age group...

Apr 1, 2018

Completed a triathlon at 62 and won an award for her age group...

Featured Tribe Member: Paige Paige is 63 years young and enjoys reading and working in the yard. She is married and has 4 wonderful children and 3 of the most loveable grandchildren ever. She began her journey at LiveWellFit after attending classes taught by LWF owner Suzi McKee at the Amarillo Town Club many years ago. Paige was inspired by Suzi and her teaching and decided to join LWF. She continues working out at LWF due to the great, caring instructors and all of the fri

The Big "M"

Oct 18, 2017

The Big "M"

Menopause. At LiveWellFit the majority of our clients are over age 45. We get tons of questions about how to deal with the symptoms of menopause and peri-menopause, and the best advice is always "eat clean and stay hydrated, get adequate sleep, reduce stress, move your body". While it's always best to talk to your healthcare provider first, we've compiled a list of some of the best advice and tips for those going through THE CHANGE. Perimenopause is a transition time “around

5 Simple Exercises to Improve Posture

Aug 28, 2017

5 Simple Exercises to Improve Posture

Our posture is suffering and our backs are beginning to get weaker. Why? Most of us sit at our desks slumped in our chairs with rounded shoulders or hunched forward to look at our phones. How can you RESET that posture? Exercise 1- Doorway Rotation Stand inside a doorway . Bend your right arm 90 degrees (like you’re giving a high five) and place your forearm against the doorframe. Position your bent elbow at about shoulder height. Rotate your chest left until you feel a nice

When's the last time you felt good?

Aug 17, 2017

When's the last time you felt good?

Some women seem to have this impression that healthy, fit people do what they do because they have some special gene that enjoys sweat, pain, and exercising, sometimes to the point of exhaustion. “I know you LOVE to do that but not me” women say, “I just don’t have that in me.” The truth is women who live a healthy and fit lifestyle were rarely born into it. They learned to first try it ... one step at a time ... until gradually each “do” decision became more valuable than th

Your Target Heart Rate

Jun 1, 2017

Your Target Heart Rate

Women know they should exercise and maybe you are doing so daily. Fantastic! But, how do you know if what you're doing is making a difference in your health and getting an adequate workout for your heart? Heart rate training! So many women have Fitbits or other fitness/health trackers. You see your calories, steps and even how fast your heart is beating. But it's important to know how hard you should be working according to your age and fitness level. By knowing your TARGET H

Workout Tips for Women Over 50

Feb 1, 2017

Workout Tips for Women Over 50

We women tend to put others first ,make our to do list and forget to put ourselves on the list! Many of our clients at LiveWellFit are approaching their 50s and beyond. Here are 5 ways you should consider changing up your workouts and nutriton for those of us over 50. At 57 years old, I know what its like to see changes in your body and health so I try to follow these tips to stay "young". If you’re over the age of 50 and training regularly, you’re in an elite class! Many peo

How to Change Your Health in 60 Days

Jan 14, 2014

How to Change Your Health in 60 Days

How To Make A Simple Transition to a Healthier Eating Plan in 60 Days Transition diets are one of the easiest ways to become a healthier eater. Most people fail because they try to go “cold turkey” from their present eating plan to one that is so strict , they give up.To Make this transition easier, I encourage my fit camp gals to take a new step each week. WEEK ONE: Eat more natural, whole foods and less junk. That's because there are no secrets to healthy eating. There are

Sep 22, 2013

What Foods have the Best Source of Protein for Women?

Best Source of Protein ? You hear it all the time... you need to get more protein in your daily intake. .. In our nutrition discussions, I find most women are not getting enough protein in the daily diet. Which food source is the best? Not all proteins are created equal. Clinical Dieticians divide them into the “complete” proteins like soy and animal sources, which contain all nine essential amino acids (EAA), and the incomplete proteins found in most vegetables and grains, w