by Jim Burns | Sep 18, 2026 | Be Simply Fit, Uncategorized
As we get older, maintaining muscle is important. But when it comes to preventing falls, simply having muscle may not be enough. We also need the ability to use that muscle quickly. That is where Type II muscle fibers become especially important. Type II fibers are...
by Jim 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 Jim Burns | Dec 14, 2025 | Be Simply Fit
For many older adults, balance problems are one of the most concerning — and least talked about — health issues. A stumble on a curb, a slip in the bathroom, or a missed step on the stairs may seem minor in the moment, but falls are one of the leading causes of...
