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May 8

LETS GET STIMULATED I am always keen to stay ahea

LETS GET STIMULATED
I am always keen to stay ahead of the game in terms of both education and new innovations, but I am also very aware that my industry can be fraudulent with false promises and gimmicks. To be honest when EMS training was mentioned to me, I was extremely reluctant to what I assumed would be a glamourised slender tone like machine. However, the recommendation came from the Clinical Director of a well established Physiotherapy and Sports medicine centre whom felt @mihabodytec_uk EMS would be beneficial for helping my clients achieve even better results.
The history
Historically, the explosion in EMS usage began with the Russian domination in Olympic competition in the 70's. Research has shown EMS to be a valuable tool to complement or modify athletic training programmes and enhance performance whilst remaining an invaluable tool in injury rehab. Today, EMS has made its mark in the fitness arena helping individuals improve muscular strength and in particular core strength to reduce back pain.
How does it work
Usually, muscles are given commands in the form of small electrical impulses from the brain. In EMS training, this takes place via electrodes, where by small precisely timed electrical impulses are sent to the nerve supply of the target muscles and their antagonists telling them to contract . The process allows you to activate significantly more muscles fibres , predominantly fast twitch, than you normally would during a training session. Moreover, the impulses cause the muscles to contract 85 times per second. What I really like about modern EMS is your simultaneously working to contract the same muscles the machine is activating. This reinforces the importance of mind muscle connection which transfers nicely into ones non EMS trainjng sessions . I’m fact, combining EMS into one’s training schedule has the potential to enhance faster neuromuscular adaptions and have a cumulative effect over time on overall performance.
In my opinion EMS is about to make its mark in the fitness industry as an effective tool that also can be utilised with current hygiene and contact guidelines .#ems #mihabodytec #ageproofyourbody #gtgquarantips

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Apr 24

Thank you for the nomination @finzacandco . I so

Thank you for the nomination @finzacandco . I so loved my run tonight amd doubled my distance and donation . Swipe across to see my secret garden .
I’m going to nominate to walk or run 5k @iwroblewska @marswebbpr @fightingfifty @clairify44 @phil_mihabodytec - or maybe double it to 10k and double donation .
#runforheroes

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Apr 6

INSTABILITY creates STABILTY I’m still excited

INSTABILITY creates STABILTY
I’m still excited about my skateboard - in fact I have a new colour coming in the post thanks to @7plyskatestore
Why the skate board you maybe asking? I have always been a fan of anything that challenges both static and dynamic stability, requires internal focus and incorporates the whole body rather than body fragments.
To clarify static stability refers to exercises with no or minimal movement such as holding a plank or a hamstring bridge . Where as dynamic stability is used throughout full range movements such as pikes on a Swiss ball or lunges on a TRX or skateboard .
When we incorporate stability exercises into our workout we are forced to use our often neglected deep core muscles to stabilise the trunk. Think about a reverse lunge in say a HITT class /are you really focused on your technique and control of the movement? Now think if you performed this with a TRX or skateboard - you got to activate a whole load more muscles in particular your core muscles ! Then your going to need to engage your brain as well as your awareness of what your joints and limbs are doing in space ( proprioception ). Dynamic stability also challenge balance, a critical skill which often declines with age, yet is a fundamental aspect of everyday movement.

With many of the exercises in this and the last workout we work unilaterally allowing us to focus on one side of the body. Once again improving balance and of course addresses in balances in strength.
Co - ordination is also challenged. When you think about our modern lives we have a solution for most tasks which we once would have done ourselves limiting our need to co ordinate movements outside of sports and recreational activities . Like balance it’s an important skill to keep hold of .
The Exercises
Lunge into mountain climber x8-10 E/S
Single leg hip thrust x 15-20 E/S
Hamstring bridge x 4 10 sec holds
Hamstring marches x 10-12 (slow )
Dead bugs x 20
Plank and knee drive x 20
Tricep press up x 8-10 E/S

Trainers @charlicohen for @reebokwomenuk
#ageproofyourbody #stayathomeexercise #eastbourneskateshop #supportyourlocalskateshop #gtgquarantips

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Apr 3

Hot News ! Tomorrow I’m going to video my new

Hot News !

Tomorrow I’m going to video my new skateboard workout cause I’m just a little bit addicted now !
So many people have asked me where i got my gorgeous board from ! It's an original Penny board from your brothers shop @7plyskatestore . The supercool news is he is selling these gorgeous retro boards for less than half price !
Normally £89 they are reduced to £40 and UK delivery just £5 or free if your local. Contact him on Instagram @7plyskatestore to get your own stunning board and see you for my next work out! The kids can take it out too 🛹
#skateboardergirl #skateboard #skateboardingisfun #7plyskateshop #thatgirllondon #ageproofyourbody #pennyskateboards #eastbourneskateshop #eastbourneskaters

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Apr 1

DON’T TELL THE CHILDREN😊 Forget gliders! Thi

DON’T TELL THE CHILDREN😊

Forget gliders! This is a whole new challenge that seriously tests balance, co-ordination, strength, endurance and mind over matter! Locked down - no problem! This is way more fun and challenging! Midlife just got even more fun! Give this a go and if you find me some new exercises please send them to me to post 👌 #ageproofyourbody #stayhome #stayathomeexercise
Skateboards available from @7plyskatestore - mail order available via their Instagram account and huge savings 👍👌support your smaller stores please 🙏 . #gtgquarantips #stayathome #skateboarders

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Mar 29

MOVEMENT is MEDICINE! If you repeat a healthy beh

MOVEMENT is MEDICINE!

If you repeat a healthy behavior often enough, you can turn that behavior into a habit that becomes part of your lifestyle.

If this sounds difficult to do, then consider how easy it is to develop an unhealthy habit that soon becomes a daily routine

During this lock down period we have been given the gift of time to reflect on how we lead our lives and how we take care of our physical and mental health .
Does not matter what your age is movement is medicine !
My morning routine 😤Mountain climbers 😤Squat jump & jog back 😤Cries cross jump & stretch 😤Squats with or without the band 😤Lateral jog 1/2/3 & hold
30 secs work
15 secs rest
30 secs - 1min rest between circuits .
Repeat 4-5 circuits
Want to make it harder - work continuously only resting between each circuit .
Wearing my @charlicohen trainers fro @reebokwomenuk
#ageisjustanumber #ageproofyourbody #stayhome #stayhealthy #staystrong #lockdownexercise #gtgquarentips

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Mar 27

Lock down fitness . I don’t know about you guys

Lock down fitness .
I don’t know about you guys but with all this amazing sunshine I have really been enjoying exercising outside and in my front room with the sun pouring through the window . Im really taking advantage of having some time to learn new skills , understand technology and plan for my come back wiser and stronger ! Teaching on zoom has been a revelation for me to and I plan to keep that in my future.
what I like the most about right now is you realise what really is important to you and you appreciate little things in life such as nature , less noise , and a sense of community .
This is such a great time to also focus on your health and fitness - there is no end of advice right now from free Instagram workouts to online classes or training . Make the most of this time to get yourself fitter and healthier so you also come back stronger .
The workout 😤sprinter s
😤squat with elbow to opp knee 😤squat jump touches 😤reverse lunges
😤 step jumps ( or squat jumps if no step )
30 secs work
15 rest
1-2 mins rest between circuits
Repeat 3-5 rounds
Did you spot my new @charlicohen for @reebokwomenuk trainers 👟😘
#lockdownexercise #exerciseathome #ageproofyourbody #charlicohen #gtgquarantips

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Oct 17

MAKE MENOPAUSE THE TIME TO AGE PROOF YOUR BODY. G

MAKE MENOPAUSE THE TIME TO AGE PROOF YOUR BODY.

Getting older is inevitable, but the nature of ageing is to a large extent under one’s control and choice. What would happen if we choose to challenge the idea that with age there’s a decline, making changes becomes too hard, or our efforts won’t yield results? Instead, what if we go with the idea that being fit and healthy to be able to do all the things we want to do, is possible and has less to do with our actual age and more to do with our lifestyle choices, mindset and having some self-belief?

When we start to prioritise our wellbeing, health, spirituality, and relationships, we may begin to maximise lifespan – the period of life during which we are generally healthy and free from disease.
Understandably, when it comes to menopause, we may go through denial, anger, feelings of despair and that’s quite natural, but once we accept this new phase, there is a choice and a need for us to take responsibility for our health.
Menopause is not a disease, it’s a natural transition in a woman’s life BUT declining fitness and health are not. It’s time to flip the script, address what needs to be done, make a plan, and positively define the next chapter.
The lifestyle choices we make, the behaviours we choose , the people we surround ourselves with, social support and maintaining a positive mind all in my opinion help “Age proof your body.” In other words we may grow older but we can prevent or delay disease even on a moderate to low budget.
Please do let me know your views as everyone’s view helps others :) this post can be found on the link @positivepauseuk page and discuses everything from heart disease to people need people .
#ageproofyourbody #positivepause #menopausehealth #midlifewomen #midlifefitness #fitoverfifty #menopausematters #womensupportingwomen #hearthealth #heartdiseaseawareness #osteoporosis

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Oct 6

TAKE RESPONSIBILITY Unhealthy lifestyle choices a

TAKE RESPONSIBILITY
Unhealthy lifestyle choices and the disorders they can cause sadly pervade. We are tipping the scales with a greater risk of dying from being overfed than underfed in a world where everything is so accessible from a chair!

Medicine has an array of protocols to treat or manage our symptoms. These may prolong life although for many of us life, of prescriptions and hospital visits can be avoided, if we focused on preventive medicine rather than the “what can I take for that approach “
What if we could be prescribed a prescription that was backed by research time and time again for its effectiveness in helping to prevent or treat heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, depression, dementia and reduce the risk of certain cancers?
What if this prescription came with none of the typical lists of side effects that are likely to reduce one's quality of daily life? In fact, what if the only side effects enhanced our daily life, by improving mood, sleep, energy, fitness, strength, mobility and weight management.
Physical activity is one of the best forms of preventative medicine, and it does not need to involve a gym! Recently, a close friend of mine quit driving too and from work to either walk or cycle clocking a consistent 8 miles a day. Ditching the car took away the stress of driving and parking and now his morning commute is a pleasure. There are no booking classes or how to fit a workout in his day. He is saving money whilst getting fitter and feeling emotionally happier. Furthermore, he’s encouraged his colleagues to either park their cars further from the office or doing the whole journey similar to him. Being over 50 it’s he is taking responsibility for his own health.
#midlifefitness #ageproofyourbody #cycletowork #walkforhealth #selfcare #menopauseweightloss #fitat50 #healthylifestyle #hearthealthfitness #hearthealth #bemoreactive

Age Proof Your Body™

Please feel free to contact Christina with any questions or for details of her personal training services and she will personally respond to you within 48 hrs .

christina.howells@thatgirllondon.comTel: 07968 824166