Friday, July 19, 2013

Senior Olympics

The Senior Olympics is in the news at this time and I hope it encourages more people to exercise. Watching these older folks compete shows you can toss out the old age theories. You don't need to sit back and watch TV and nap a lot just because you age.

Watch TV and enjoy life because you've earned the right but make sure you keep your body in good physical condition so you can enjoy life more.

And younger people; make certain you are exercising regularly so you can be in condition when you age.

Tuesday, July 16, 2013

Pulls Ups

Adding pull ups and chin ups to my routine has made a huge difference if my upper body strength.

I know many people are unable to do even a single pull up. If that's the case, get yourself to the top of the bar however way you can and slowly, very slowly, lower yourself. Fight it and make it last. This is called a negative pull up but it produces positive results. Once you can do five of these in a row you should be able to do a single pull up.

Then simply continue adding. It's well worth the effort.

On a side note I've been asked about Ben's program. The Double Your Gains book you see on the right. This is a program for serious exercisers only. Yes it does work but you better be prepared to work hard. It's not for everyone.