I'm Not Getting Any Younger

The revelation that you can no longer rely on your body the way you used to comes with its own set of surprises. Experts in the field of aging agree that exercise is the prime mover in the drive to preserve vitality.

8 Traits of the Perfect Workout Partner

Exercising with a buddy can help you stay motivated to move, and research has shown that it’s associated with greater physical activity. Yet anyone who has tried it knows that all workout partners aren’t created equal.

Women's FitnessMegan JohnsonMay 15, 2017

Four Functional Exercises for Lifelong Fitness

These functional “4 for Life” exercises create a mini full-body conditioning workout that can be done in a few minutes – no equipment required. Use them as the building blocks of your program and the baseline to which you return when life gets hectic.

Women's FitnessMegan JohnsonMay 12, 2017

Crunched for Time? Here is How to Sculpt Your Abs and Glutes.

Joan explains two simple moves: the squat and the bicycle crunch in detail.

Press, Women's FitnessMegan JohnsonMay 10, 2017

Is the Decline of Old Age Inevitable? Is it Too Late to Fix My Body?

Women's Fitness, Healthy AgingMegan JohnsonMay 10, 2017strength training

Flat Belly Abs: 3 Exercise Tips that Really Work

If you're like most people, you rank the belly as a top trouble spot. And it isn't just the 20-something college crowd that wants a trimmer tummy.

Women's FitnessMegan JohnsonMay 8, 2017

Push Up Perfection in 6 Weeks

One minute of high intesnity push-ups can burn 8 calories - about the same amount as jogging!

Press, Women's FitnessMegan JohnsonApril 30, 2017

Strength Training by the Decade

Research shows that much of what we consider about the aging process – the loss of strength, stamina and bone density – is actually due to inactivity.A program of regular, moderate physical activity that includes strength training will help you look and feel younger.

Healthy Aging, Women's FitnessMegan JohnsonApril 24, 2017

Tone Your Tummy in 15 Minutes

Tired of the mindless crunches but not willing to accept letting your belt out a notch? If you are like most women (and men), having fabulous abs ranks high on your fitness wish list.

Women's FitnessMegan JohnsonApril 19, 2017

Sneak in this Move

This is the perfect move to sneak into your day. Next time you are in the kitchen while you are waiting for the microwave to beep or water to boil, try a couple of these pushups.

Women's Fitness, PressMegan JohnsonApril 4, 2017