by James Burns | Feb 15, 2026 | Be Simply Fit, Uncategorized
Why Understanding the Difference Matters — Especially If You’re on Heart Medication As a trainer who has had a quadruple bypass and understands what it means to train with cardiac history, I have learned something very important: How hard you feel you’re working and...
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 | Jan 5, 2026 | Be Simply Fit
I just turned 71, and if there’s one question I hear more than any other, it’s this: How much exercise is enough at my age? The short answer may surprise you. Enough exercise is the amount that keeps you physically capable, emotionally steady, and mentally...
by James Burns | Nov 9, 2025 | Be Simply Fit
We all want to feel fit, trim, active, and vibrant — but for many people, that goal seems to drift further away with every passing year. You wake up stiff, short on time, and long on excuses. You know what you should do, but staying consistent feels like an uphill...
by James Burns | Oct 24, 2025 | Be Simply Fit
Starting a workout routine is easy. Sticking with it? That’s the hard part. If you’ve tried before and quit — you’re not lazy, and you’re not alone. The problem usually isn’t you. It’s the plan. Most beginner workout routines are either too intense, too complicated,...
