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Written by MindMate Staff  Having a desire to exercise is something most of us can relate to, but oftentimes the practicalities of a regular fitness routine act as obstacles preventing us from acting on our intentions. For that reason, it’s important to plan regular workouts into your weekly schedule ahead of time. A key component of this is deciding where you will workout, either at home or at a gym. Both are great for different reasons and neither will hinder you in achieving your fitness goals, but which works better for you will depend on your personal circumstances and personality.
Let’s outline the pros and cons of both home-workouts and joining a gym:
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Written by MindMate Staff  They may seem like simple precursors to regular workouts, but stretching and balancing exercises play a far more significant role during exercise than one might think. Stretches increase flexibility and improve muscle tone, which filters in to all sorts of different activities that you might include in your fitness regime. Similarly, balancing exercises enhances form which can help you workout more safely and efficiently.
Written by MindMate Staff  New studies demonstrate how regular exercise counteracts brain atrophy and degenration, the leading cause of dementia and other neurdegenerative diseases. Find out more about the connection between regular exercises and the brain's preservation below.
Written by MindMate Staff  Studies show that 60% of women over 60 would exercise more if they had someone to go with. Finding a friend to workout with, whether that’s in the gym, running outside, or any activity in between, can help boost motivation and happiness before your workout has even begun! If you’re beginning to exercise after a period of inactivity, a workout partner can also be a source or reassurance while you build up your stamina again. Read on to find out why you really should find a workout partner!
Written by MindMate Staff  If you are getting into exercise in order to lose weight, then you want to be sure that you are going to get the results to match the hard work, sweat and energy you put into your workouts. The best way to improve your results is to ensure that the exercises you are doing are enabling your body to burn enough fat for you to see a difference on the scales.
With that in mind, here are the 5 best exercises for burning fat: Written by MindMate Staff  As time goes on, our cells lose their ability to regenerate effectively, leading to the physical changes we associate with aging. We may think this is irreversible, but is that truly the case? Research at the Mayo Clinic indicates not, suggesting that exercise could help reverse the effects of aging. Specifically, it seems that HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training), could be the answer.
Written by MindMate Staff  Striking the balance between staying active and enjoying leisure time can be difficult to strike at times. Sometimes you just can’t be bothered going through the motions of getting to the gym or an exercise class. If you’re stuck between exercising or being a couch potato, combine the two! Here are the top 10 exercises to do in front of the TV.
Written by MindMate Staff  It’s easy to notice improvements in our physical health when we exercise - our clothes may fit a bit looser, we have more energy, we become ill less often. The physical benefits of exercise are tangible and they serve as motivation to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Did you know though, that maintaining your brain is just as important as your physical body? And the same exercises that boost your physical health can increase your brain power, prevent cognitive decline and prevent age-related conditions like Dementia?
Written by MindMate Staff  It seems that the older we get, the less active we are. According to a study from the University of Dundee, published in the journal Age and Ageing, a lack of interest and disbelief that exercise can enhance and/or lengthen life are the main reasons for inactivity among the over 65s.
Written by MindMate Staff  Although falls and slips can occur at any age, the older you are, the more susceptible you are to falling. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has ranked falling as the leading cause of injury and death among adults age 65 and older. However, it’s never too late to protect yourself against the factors which contribute to falling, such as loss of muscle mass. The best way to do this is through simple exercises, here are some of the best!
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