Join physical therapist Jessica Suomala for a transformative conversation about staying active and strong throughout life. Drawing from 30 years of experience, Jessica joins hosts Arlene McKay and Joanne Macko to share practical movement solutions that work for everyone.
Discover home-based exercises that fit naturally into your daily routine. Whether you're watching TV, working at your desk, or doing household tasks, these movements can help maintain your strength and mobility.
Key Topics:
- Essential home exercises for any fitness level
- Core movements that build lasting strength
- Understanding balance and mobility
- Solutions for prolonged sitting
- Natural joint pain prevention
- The connection between strength training and brain health
Connect with Jessica: Email: ActiveAndHealthyAging@gmail.com
📚 Joanne Macko’s Books & Artwork:
đź“• Surviving Earth School - Book Series by Joanne Macko:
Volume I: How To Learn Life Lessons With Joy, Ease, and Humor: https://amzn.to/4gL9Lx8
Volume II: Mastering Your Life - The Ultimate Journey: https://amzn.to/3DMdYCa
Volume III: The Grand Illusion: Truth Beyond Reality: https://amzn.to/3Wa9ATV
🎨 Joanne’s Artwork: https://www.joannemacko.com/
=== TIMESTAMPS ===Â
0:00 Welcome & Introduction to Jessica SuomalaÂ
1:15 The Importance of Active AgingÂ
2:30 TV Time ExercisesÂ
4:45 Preventing Blood Clots During Extended SittingÂ
6:00 Common Exercise Mistakes to AvoidÂ
7:30 Posture Improvement TechniquesÂ
10:15 Benefits of Strength TrainingÂ
15:00 Age-Related Injury PreventionÂ
18:30 Ice vs. Heat: Making the Right ChoiceÂ
22:00 Technology's Impact on PostureÂ
26:15 Life-Saving Balance ExercisesÂ
30:45 Creative Home Workout SolutionsÂ
35:00 Top 5 Essential Strength ExercisesÂ
38:30 Jessica's Personal Wellness JourneyÂ
39:45 Conclusion: Small Steps to Big Changes
=== TAGS ===Â
#HealthyAging #StayingActive #WellnessJourney #PhysicalTherapy #StrengthTraining #HomeExercises #MobilityTraining #HealthyLiving #ActiveLifestyle #SeniorHealth #WellnessTips #ExerciseAtHome #PostureImprovement #BalanceTraining #AgingWell
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