Create a meaningful impact (on your bones)

Create a meaningful impact (on your bones)

Bone mineral density (BMD) matters. As we age the risk of developing Osteoporosis increases. Osteoporosis is a worldwide disease where the reduction of bone mass and alteration of bone architecture results in increased bone fragility and fracture risk. Causes include...
How to build healthy, long-lasting knees

How to build healthy, long-lasting knees

Knees are non-negotiable when it comes to movement. As a hinge joint, the knee allows flexion and extension – bending and straightening your leg. The quadriceps and hamstrings act on the knee to perform these movements, assisted by the gastrocnemius, a calf...
Nutrition considerations as we age

Nutrition considerations as we age

We’ve all experienced that morning after a big night out, where pizza and one too many drinks leave you feeling worse for wear. Whether it’s due to age or other factors, most of us eventually realize: our diet needs to grow up with us. As we age, our bodies...
Should you exercise to improve your posture?

Should you exercise to improve your posture?

Have you ever been told to sit up straight? Or warned about the dangers of “text neck”? Maybe you’ve heard of “power posing” from Amy Cuddy’s TED Talk. While we’re not experts in social psychology, we help people get healthier and Stronger For Life. At Hobart Strength...
Are Time-Efficient Workouts Effective?

Are Time-Efficient Workouts Effective?

There are many reasons why someone might struggle to commit to exercise. Alongside motivation and uncertainty, lack of time is a barrier many people can relate to. Resistance training (RT) is the only non-pharmacological approach that consistently improves muscle mass...