by James Burns | Jan 28, 2026 | Be Simply Fit
When most people hear the word strength, they picture big muscles, heavy weights, or athletes pushing limits. But there’s another kind of strength that matters even more in everyday life—especially as we age. It’s called reactive strength. Reactive muscles are not...
by James Burns | Jan 27, 2026 | Be Simply Fit
Yesterday, I slipped while shoveling snow in my driveway. No drama. No slow-motion heroics. Just that sudden moment where your feet go one way and your body goes another. In a split second, I was down—landing hard on my right shoulder. Here’s the part that matters. I...
by James Burns | Jan 24, 2026 | Be Simply Fit
The image is unsettling because it reflects a very real fear many older adults live with every day: the fear of falling. One unexpected slip, a moment of imbalance, and independence can feel like it’s hanging by a thread. What’s often overlooked, however, is that...
by James Burns | Jan 21, 2026 | Be Simply Fit
In today’s health and fitness world, GLP-1 medications and low glycemic index (GI) diets are often discussed as tools for weight loss and blood sugar control. While both aim to solve the same problem—unstable blood sugar, overeating, and excess body fat—they work in...
by James Burns | Jan 19, 2026 | Be Simply Fit
A Be Simply Fit™ Reflection I grew up in a time when we didn’t have constant instructions, instant answers, or someone checking in on us every five minutes. We figured things out. If we fell, we got up. If we were bored, we created something. If something broke, we...
by James Burns | Jan 17, 2026 | Be Simply Fit
Why My VO₂ Max Looks Lower on Metoprolol A Be Simply Fit™ Explainer I want to explain something important if you’re on a medication like metoprolol (a beta-blocker) and you’ve noticed your heart rate or VO₂ max numbers look lower than expected. Metoprolol slows how...
