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 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 Jim 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...
