Ian Quayle and Jason Brandred create monument to gym founder Ian Quayle (left) and business partner Jason Bundred pictured with a monument to Powerhouse Gym founder Phil Simic.(Image: Pete Stoneier) Two new owners have stepped in to bring Powerhouse Gym “back to its glory days.” Ian Quayle, 42, and Jason Brandred, 35, took over the … Read more
In an era where aging is often associated with decline, a 90-year-old grandfather is rewriting the narrative about senior health. Fitness trainer Jennifer Martin took to social media to document the incredible physical resilience of her grandfather, affectionately known as ‘Poppy’, proving that strength training was a lifelong endeavor. Also read | A 62-year-old grandmother … Read more
This is the case for the “Legends” who gather at CrossFit OL1 in Delker every Monday and Wednesday morning. Most of the members are between the ages of 55 and 82 and joined the group after experiencing health problems such as knee replacements, heart attacks and cancer. We were invited to meet them during their … Read more
The long-established Armor Gym is gearing up for a major milestone: Baba’s Project Gym (BPG) is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a series of events designed to bring the community together. Owned and operated by Coach Baba Ali and his wife Lindsey, the gym is a cornerstone of Armagh’s health, fitness and community. To kick … Read more
Grab a set of dumbbells and start doing these strength-building moves. Strength training, whether you use free weights, resistance bands, or weight machines, is an ideal way to build strength, muscle mass, and strong, healthy bones. Strengthening your strength and muscles is essential for continuing daily activities, and strong bones reduce the risk of fractures. … Read more
A certified personal trainer shares four standing moves to target your core after 50. For many adults over the age of 50, abdominal contractions can be frustrating. Even with regular exercise and healthy weight management, it can seem like stubborn belly fat is hard to lose. That’s because as we age, hormonal changes, loss of … Read more
Staying healthy requires active efforts such as regular exercise. However, not everyone has the opportunity to get a gym membership that helps them do so. To help them out, Dibby Chedda, a fitness coach with nine years of experience who goes by @doitrightbydiv on social media, took to Instagram on March 30 to share a … Read more