Dealing with common stress affects everyone at times in our lives and it can be challenging to live normally when under stress. Unfortunately this can also affect us physically through our bodies which can causes aches, pains, headaches etc. Fortunately there are a few things you can try to help your body better respond to stress which will help keep you feeling healthier when these challenging times occur.

In This Episode You Will Learn:

1). Why we decided to dedicate a full episode to this topic and how the effects of stress is closely tied to many of the issues we discuss on our podcast.

2). Some of Meredith's personal experiences in working with clients over the years and their stories on dealing with stress in their lives.

3). How stress can accumulate over time if not addressed or managed.

4). Why focusing on putting yourself first either through meditation, rest, relaxation or quality time with loved ones is important to help stray off the effects of stress.

5). How participating in regular exercise helps curb the effects of stress.

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We hope the tips we've shared in this episode are helpful to you or someone you know who may be dealing with the effects of stress. Making sure your body is resilient to challenging times will help keep you focused and active which will also help promote better health for years to come.

Team Meredith

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"They always say time changes things, but you actually have to change them yourself." – Andy Warhol

This quote reminds us that we are in control of our lives, and what changes we must grow with…time is inevitably going to go forward.

Meredith

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Staying mobile and living an active lifestyle is the holy grail of aging. However, not all of us will be able to be as active as we'd like in our golden years. What happens when you are still very much independent and mobile but your spouse or loved one is not?

This can present many challenges especially in a close relationship. The mental, emotional and physical toll this can take on both parties can be devastating to a relationship in the long run. Thankfully it doesn't have to be that way no matter what your limitations are.

In This Episode You Will Learn:

1). One of Meredith's personal experiences she had learning about a close friend's parents who deal with limitations in the relationship and why it's important to talk about it.`

2). Some of the common challenges that occur when living in a situation where you or your loved one can't do the same things as the other anymore.

3). Great suggestions on how to modify any physical activity like taking walks etc. so that you both can still enjoy time together.

4). Why open communication between both parties is always important but especially in this type of situation.

5). Why it's still OK to do activities separately if one is not able to participate and still be able to share stories and make memories together.

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We hope the information in this episode is helpful to you or someone you know who may be going through challenging times with their spouse or loved ones. It's not easy making changes later in life but knowing there are things you can do to keep your relationship active, fun and exciting even when limitations are an issue is important.

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"Change is inevitable. Growth is optional." – John Maxwell

This quote reminds us that we are always changing, but how we grow from it is an option we must choose.

Meredith

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Coming up with an exercise routine or plan that fits your lifestyle, schedule and goals can be challenging. Life is constantly changing and our needs change as well. Having a plan in place that you can follow or that helps guide you on your fitness journey can make your active lifestyle much more enjoyable.

In This Episode You Will Learn:

1). Why having an exercise plan or routine that you can rely on is important especially as you age.

2). How feeling like you're not in control can make you feel anxious and can affect your motivation to exercise consistently.

3). Why it's important to be flexible when it comes to setting up your exercise plan to account for unexpected circumstances and schedules.

4). The importance of setting up clear goals that are achievable to help motivate you through your journey.

5). How "self care" plays a big role in designing your schedule and the importance of keeping that the priority as you plan.

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We hope the tips we've shared in this episode are helpful to you or someone you know who may be having trouble with coming up with a reliable exercise plan or routine. Staying active as you age is important and knowing how to manage your routine over the years will come in handy when life throws curveballs at you. Stay motivated, inspired and healthy always.

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"In any given moment we have two options: to step forward into growth or step back into safety." – Abraham Maslow

This quote reminds us that we make the decision to go forward in our lives, or stay where we are and feel safe…choose wisely!

Meredith

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Regular exercise is a great way to keep your body ready to handle what you ask it to do in everyday life. Resistance training and cardio exercises help build strength and nourishes your cardiovascular system over time. Realizing your progress is one of the best feelings when it comes to your health. But what if you don't FEEL like you're making progress after exercising each week. Why does your body feel like it hit a plateau and what can you do to get back on track?

In This Episode You Will Learn:

1). Why we thought it was important to highlight 4 of the most common reasons you're body can feel like it hit a plateau.

2). How easy it is to stick to a regular schedule of exercise which can possibly lead to overuse and burnout without realizing it.

3). The usual amount of time it takes for certain exercises to get "easier" to where your body is not benefitting from it as much as when you started.

4). How not getting enough sleep and stress can affect the way your body responds to exercise.

5). How not being consistent with your exercise schedule and routines can affect your progress and make you feel like you're benefitting from working out.

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We hope the tips we've shared in this episode are helpful to you if you feel like you've hit a "rut" with exercising. Putting in the energy to workout on a regular schedule takes energy and we all hope that it pays off in the long run. Hitting a "plateau" can be frustrating but there are also a few things you can do to get you out of it. Longevity is key and managing the ups and down through your fitness journey will help you for years to come.

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"Rest is not idle, it is a time to recharge and rejuvenate the soul." - Anonymous

This quote reminds us how important rest is for us, mind, body, and soul!

Meredith

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