Fun Fitness After 50

Old enough to know how to have fun!

  • Running
    • barefoot
    • minimalist
  • Swimming
    • my Endless Pool
    • open water
  • Cycling
    • spin bike
    • mountain bike
    • road bike
  • Dancing
    • backyard
    • clubs and pubs
  • Strength Training
    • TRX
    • yoga
  • Hiking
  • Health Basics
    • nutrition
    • aging
    • weight and body image

5 Tips for the Older Athlete on Learning Physically Challenging Sports Activities

December 5, 2018 by Laura Blodgett Leave a Comment

Am I too old to learn something physically challenging? Learning new skills and activities can feel overwhelming for an older adult. I know that beginning horseback riding lessons about 9 months ago Continue Reading

Three Things You Need to Know About Open Water Ocean Swimming

February 18, 2017 by Laura Blodgett Leave a Comment

I really prefer swimming in a swimming pool. No critters. No conveyor belt currents to the next continent. Never too far from any shore. But when I go to a beach and see beautiful water that looks Continue Reading

Speed Interval Workout with .10 Mile Markers on Kingfisher Trail

July 12, 2016 by Laura Blodgett 2 Comments

I have written previously about a more relaxed attitude toward speed workouts, to avoid both injury and burnout. Recently, I felt I had consolidated my stamina at the 8 - 12 mile range such that Continue Reading

Why You Should Give Up Weighing Yourself

October 1, 2015 by Laura Blodgett 2 Comments

Too many people are overly concerned about how much they weigh. Somewhere along the way, the idea took root that weight is an important and reliable indicator of health. I disagree that this is valid Continue Reading

How Positive Vocabulary Can Help Build Your Aerobic Endurance Base

September 23, 2015 by Laura Blodgett 1 Comment

The words you use to discuss something, even if it is just with yourself, can have significant influence on attitude, motivation, and results. Too often the vocabulary used when speaking of building Continue Reading

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