C.J. Braden • 1 Minute Read
Why Strong Over Skinny Is Important During Aging
Being strong physically can also help you be stronger mentally. Working out with weights is important, but working out your mind is helpful too. I love to research and educate myself on as much s possible (it’s the former teacher in me), and want to bring some of my recent researched ideas into my readers lives.
Feel confident in your own skin
Read on to work out our your mind via a “quick thought” writing piece based on a thought I had about the phrase “SKINNY IS “OUT”….but being STRONG IS “IN” ”!
Music and some words to motivate you via my 15 second video! See it below or via my YouTube channel @carolynjbraden.
I created my own rhinestone sunglasses
The older I get (I am currently 43), the more I understand the importance of feeling strong. Maybe it’s because of personally knowing many mature adults that have or had ailments partially because of not keeping up with moving and building muscles. According to Harvard Health Publishing, you must keep up with your body in order to stay strong and coordinated as you age.
Yoga is for all ages
Between doing things like yoga (it’s recommend for all ages), using light weights and walking, you can easily keep up muscle tone in your arms, legs and back and help you to feel strong. I personally also like using the free app version of FitOn and have recommended it to many of my friends and family members. As long as I feel my body can handle it (we all need some rest days!) I walk every day and use weights several times a week.
Feeling stronger physically and mentally helps confidence
Choosing your words carefully can also make a huge difference to an adult or child too. Saying the phrase “I feel strong”, or “You look strong” could be a new fun way of complimenting someone or yourself.
Get one of my own dance fitness routines FREE in my YouTube video below! I love dancing as a form of exercise.
I like to walk briskly daily to help build strength
My swimsuit and halter swim top are another part of my move towards better sun protection. It matters for all ages! I love the neon green and black combo. It reminds me of a suit I had in the 1980’s.
Visit my Shop the Post page to check out my swimsuit combo or click here to view the swimsuit and click here to view the halter. Both are items I found on Amazon.com. Get my hair crimper by clicking here.
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C.J. (Carolyn) Braden is a regular contributor and editor for Carolyn’s Blooming Creations. She has been featured in numerous media publications such as InStyle Magazine, on HGTV, on Bustle.com, and more. She is the author of the books Georgia McMasters in Amethyst Lake Cemetery, How To Be Yourself: 3 Ways To Help You Being You, and the illustrator for the children’s book Bridging Connections. She is a former classroom teacher that now dedicates her life to educating others on how to live their most healthy, creative and happy life. Learn more about her visiting our About Us page.