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Stay Motivated and Fit During Fall and Winter

Get the gear

Having the right equipment for each season is important. You wear shorts and t-shirts in the summer to keep cool so make sure you have proper Fall and Winter workout clothing as well. Stock up on comfortable and moveable clothing like track pants and long-sleeve shirts. Buy new running shoes if your old ones are worn out and make sure to get weather appropriate footwear. If you like to hike or run outdoors try to find shoes that can withstand the cold and wet conditions. You may need to invest in breathable jackets that let the sweat out but still keep you warm. With new fabric technologies out there it’s easy to find good quality sportswear that will last. Having the right equipment is just the first step. Keep your gym stuff where it’s visible and accessible so you’re constantly reminded to stay active.

What next

Now that you have the proper equipment, what’s next? There are lots of fun activities to do in the colder months to keep you active and healthy. Fo





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The Importance of Staying Fit After 50

As you approach retirement age you should be thinking of all the ways you can enjoy your new lifestyle and not be concerned with obesity and illness.

Even if you’re just starting out there are huge benefits to even light exercise for the over 50s. Weight loss reduces the risk of developing type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure. Without exercise we start to lose muscle as we age which can compound other injuries, like joint and back pain or arthritis. For women loss of bone density during menopause can cause serious problems leading to osteoporosis. Thankfully, all of these conditions can be combated with exercise.

Where to start

  • Set up an assessment with a trainer at your gym and have them develop a workout regime that best suits your fitness level and ability. All programs are adaptable and can be reworked as your fitness improves.
  • Mild cardio exercises like brisk walking, jogging and hiking will help burn fat and improve blood circulation.
  • Yoga is a great way to shed extr






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    Steel City CrossFit WOD

    Steel City CrossFit Hamilton WOD

    Warmup:
    500 m row
    3 rounds of ‘Cindy’
    (5 pull ups, 10 push ups, 15 squats)

    Strength WOD:
    5-5-5-5
    Hang Power Cleans

    WOD:
    21-15-9
    KB swings 1.5/1
    Burpees

     

    Steel City CrossFit WOD

    Anti up:

    max squat in 1 min

    Team Workout:
    Complete the following reps in teams.  Only one team member resting at a time:
    5000 m row
    100 leapfrogs
    150 burpee pullups
    200 push ups
    250 jingle jangles
    300 squats

    Cashout:
    2 min max sit ups.

     

    Steel City CrossFit WOD

    Warm up:
    21-15-9
    walking lunges
    Overhead squats
    Tuck jumps

    Skills:
    Strict press
    Push Press
    Push Jerk

    WOD:
    Complete 8 rounds of the following:
    250 m row
    10 push jerks at 135/95

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