Balance – The Unsung Hero of Active Aging So here it is again, something Jen and I talk about a lot at Astral Fitness. Chloe has even been known to challenge people in meetings she has been attending to test their balance! Balance is often overlooked in fitness, but it’s one of the most predictive and trainable tools for longevity.…
Cardiovascular Fitness – The Endless Engine of Endurance and Longevity It often is the dreaded element of overall fitness for a lot of people, we know that, but Cardiovascular fitness – that’s how well your heart and lungs deliver oxygen during activity – is one of the strongest predictors of long-term health and lifespan. VO2 max, a key metric of…
Grip Strength – A Simple Test with Serious Longevity Insight Another element to strength and longevity that really is in your hands, is Grip Strength. Grip strength isn’t just about having firm handshakes – it’s a powerful marker of overall health and longevity. Research consistently shows that weaker grip strength is strongly associated with higher mortality risk, even when accounting…
Leg Size and Power – The Foundation of a Long, Mobile Life Something we are passionate about at Astral Fitness, if you haven’t guessed from reading all our blogs, or visiting us, is strength. So, this month we are focusing on how strength in various aspects of fitness play into one thing we are all striving for: longevity. Strong, powerful…