by James Burns | Feb 14, 2026 | Be Simply Fit
Why Lower Body Strength Is the Key to Independence After 55 By Jim Burns, NASM-CPT | Be Simply Fit | Ocean Acres, NJ If I could only train one area of the body for the rest of my life, it would be the legs. Not the arms.Not the chest.Not even the core. The legs....
by James Burns | Feb 10, 2026 | Be Simply Fit
As we grow older, exercise stops being about how much we can lift or how fast we can move—and starts being about how well we can live. One of the biggest mistakes seniors make is believing that one type of exercise is enough. Walking alone isn’t enough. Strength...
by James Burns | Feb 7, 2026 | Be Simply Fit
(And What Actually Helps) Many older adults know that exercise is “good for them,” yet still struggle to stay active. This isn’t due to laziness or lack of discipline. In most cases, it’s driven by fear, confusion, discomfort, or past experiences that make movement...
by James Burns | Feb 2, 2026 | Be Simply Fit
When people think about getting stronger, they usually think about muscles. Bigger muscles. Stronger muscles. More toned muscles. But there’s another part of the body that quietly determines how strong, stable, and pain-free we really are—and that’s the tendon....
by James Burns | Jan 30, 2026 | Be Simply Fit
As the weather warms up and spring invites us outside, many people feel ready to walk—but still worry about balance or the fear of falling or maybe you are recovering from surgery or an injury. If that sounds like you, walk with me. I offer supportive walks for those...