Beacons of Balance

Stay Strong & Mobile at Any Age: Simple Daily Movements That Work!

• Beacons of Balance • Season 1 • Episode 68

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Join physical therapist Jessica Suomala for a transformative conversation about staying active and strong throughout life. Drawing from 30 years of experience, Jessica joins hosts Arlene McKay and Joanne Macko to share practical movement solutions that work for everyone.

Discover home-based exercises that fit naturally into your daily routine. Whether you're watching TV, working at your desk, or doing household tasks, these movements can help maintain your strength and mobility.

Key Topics:

  • Essential home exercises for any fitness level
  • Core movements that build lasting strength
  • Understanding balance and mobility
  • Solutions for prolonged sitting
  • Natural joint pain prevention
  • The connection between strength training and brain health

Connect with Jessica: Email: ActiveAndHealthyAging@gmail.com

📚 Joanne Macko’s Books & Artwork:

📕 Surviving Earth School - Book Series by Joanne Macko:
Volume I: How To Learn Life Lessons With Joy, Ease, and Humor: https://amzn.to/4gL9Lx8
Volume II: Mastering Your Life - The Ultimate Journey: https://amzn.to/3DMdYCa
Volume III: The Grand Illusion: Truth Beyond Reality: https://amzn.to/3Wa9ATV

🎨 Joanne’s Artwork: https://www.joannemacko.com/


=== TIMESTAMPS === 

0:00 Welcome & Introduction to Jessica Suomala 

1:15 The Importance of Active Aging 

2:30 TV Time Exercises 

4:45 Preventing Blood Clots During Extended Sitting 

6:00 Common Exercise Mistakes to Avoid 

7:30 Posture Improvement Techniques 

10:15 Benefits of Strength Training 

15:00 Age-Related Injury Prevention 

18:30 Ice vs. Heat: Making the Right Choice 

22:00 Technology's Impact on Posture 

26:15 Life-Saving Balance Exercises 

30:45 Creative Home Workout Solutions 

35:00 Top 5 Essential Strength Exercises 

38:30 Jessica's Personal Wellness Journey 

39:45 Conclusion: Small Steps to Big Changes

=== TAGS === 

#HealthyAging #StayingActive #WellnessJourney #PhysicalTherapy #StrengthTraining #HomeExercises #MobilityTraining #HealthyLiving #ActiveLifestyle #SeniorHealth #WellnessTips #ExerciseAtHome #PostureImprovement #BalanceTraining #AgingWell