Archives by: Michael Ungar
About the author
Our fitness columnist and blogger Michael Ungar is an ACE-Certified Personal Trainer and Functional Aging Specialist. As the owner and operator of At Home Senior Fitness (athomeseniorfitness.net) based in Beachwood, his clients range from their early 60s to their mid-90s. Michael got serious about fitness in his 40s and started competing in his 50s. As an ordained rabbi with a small congregation in Cleveland Heights, this blog explores topics of interest to older adults, particularly health and fitness. The Hebrew word "Kosher" means "fit." (Kosher food is literally fit to be eaten; the title of his blog pays tribute to his two careers.)
Michael Ungar Posts
Sex is one of the great gifts given to human beings. As we age, there does not necessarily need to be a lessening of intimacy between loving partners. Here's to love and joy in the golden years! ...
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Our fitness expert/rabbi tells us that exercise isn't the only thing that's good for our health. Religion can offer vital psychologic benefits such as a positive and hopeful attitude about life and illness. ...
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We’ve all heard the saying, “Clothes make the man/woman.” The way we dress can affect both how we see ourselves and how others see us. Though we should judge others by what is on the inside, first impressions are powerful. Wearing the right attire is important for exercise, too. ...
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Should older adults avoid pickleball? While it can cause various injuries, there are many advantages to pickleball: It's easy to learn, provides a good aerobic workout, boosts hand/eye coordination, and can help with balance. And since it's also fun and social, pickleball can be part of a good strategy for senior fitness. ...
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Why is it a big deal to "engage your core"? The core provides stability for doing many of the tasks of daily living, and supports everything above it. A weak core can lead to overloading other muscles, which often leads to back pain. Find out what your core is and how to strengthen it! ...
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New research demonstrates that the inability to balance for 10 seconds is linked to nearly double the risk of death from any cause within the next decade. In other words, if you can balance on one foot for 10 seconds, you cut your chances of dying in half over the next 10 years. ...
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New research finds a connection between slower walking speeds (or gait) and development of dementia, suggesting that a decrease in the speed at which older adults walk year-to-year may be an early indicator of cognitive decline and dementia. But I wonder, did walking speed decrease because of lower cognition, or did cognition somehow decrease because of slower walking? ...
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Did you get a little carried away with indulgent food and drink over the long holiday weekend? Remember, "If you fall off the horse, get right back on." This expression acknowledges that setbacks are a part of life; what's important is your response. Either you can choose to be defeated and give up, or you can get right back in the game and give it another shot. ...
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