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Out Of Shape To Strong Out of shape 59 year old woman’s journey to get strong while teaching & motivating you to do the same without getting overwhelmed. I believe in you❤️

I am not a fitness expert, just an average person sharing what I have learned.

How strong are you feeling today? 💪💗You don’t have to spend an hour at the gym to start getting stronger. Sometimes, it’...
10/14/2026

How strong are you feeling today? 💪💗

You don’t have to spend an hour at the gym to start getting stronger. Sometimes, it’s the little things you do consistently that make the biggest difference.

Today’s list includes a walk, counter squats, glute bridges, standing lateral leg raises, planks, and standing knee raises. A little movement, a little strength work, and you’re doing something good for yourself!

And remember, this is MY personal list, not a list of things you have to do perfectly. Pick the activities that work for you, adjust them to your ability, or make your own list. If you’re just walking right now, that counts, too!

Check off what you get done, and don’t worry about what you don’t. We’re building strength one small step at a time.

Who’s working on getting a little stronger today? 🙋‍♀️ Tell me in the comments! ❤️

10/14/2026

You are stronger than you think you are 💪

❤️ Your calves are called your “second heart.” Do you know why?It’s because your calf muscles help pump blood back up to...
10/14/2026

❤️ Your calves are called your “second heart.” Do you know why?

It’s because your calf muscles help pump blood back up toward your heart when you walk and move. Every time those muscles contract, they help push blood upward against gravity.

And that’s one reason I think heel raises deserve a place in our fitness routine, especially as we get older!

Heel raises may look like a small, simple exercise, but they can help you:

💪 Strengthen your calf muscles
🚶 Support walking and everyday movement
⚖️ Improve balance and stability
🦴 Build strength as part of an overall bone-health routine

Here’s how to do them:

✅ Stand tall and hold a sturdy counter or chair for balance.
✅ Slowly rise onto your toes.
✅ Pause briefly at the top.
✅ Lower your heels with control.

Start with 10 repetitions and work your way up as you get stronger.

You don’t need fancy equipment or a gym. Sometimes, the little exercises we do consistently are the ones that make the biggest difference over time.

Have you been doing heel raises? If not, why not start today? ❤️

10/14/2026

🚨 Are you getting weaker without even realizing it?

After 50, staying active isn’t just about losing weight or fitting into your clothes. It’s about keeping the strength to do the things you want to do — getting up from a chair, climbing stairs, carrying groceries, and staying independent as we get older.

That’s why I keep showing up and working on my strength, one small step at a time. 💪

Today’s list combines walking with simple exercises to work your legs, hips, and core. You don’t have to do everything on the list, and you don’t have to be perfect.

✅ Choose what works for you.
✅ Modify what you need to.
✅ Celebrate what you accomplish.

If you’re only walking right now, keep going! You can add strength exercises when you’re ready.

We’re not trying to be perfect. We’re trying to be stronger than we were yesterday. ❤️

What’s one thing you want to stay strong enough to do as you get older? I’d love to hear your answers!

What counts as progress? More than you might think! ❤️Maybe you got your walk in today. Maybe you picked up some weights...
10/14/2026

What counts as progress? More than you might think! ❤️

Maybe you got your walk in today. Maybe you picked up some weights and worked on getting stronger. Or maybe you simply moved more than you normally would.

It all counts!

The goal isn’t to do everything perfectly. It’s to keep making small choices that help you feel stronger and healthier as we get older.

💬 Let’s check in! What did you do today?

Share your walk, your exercises, or any little win you had. And if you’re just getting started, you belong here, too!

The Out of Shape to Strong Fitness Challenge is always open. Start whenever you’re ready, and go at your own pace.

Small steps. Big changes. One day at a time. 💪❤️

10/13/2026

Something is better than nothing.
How about a 10 minute walk?

Your hips do a LOT more for you than you probably realize! 👇Getting out of a chair, climbing stairs, walking, and even k...
10/13/2026

Your hips do a LOT more for you than you probably realize! 👇

Getting out of a chair, climbing stairs, walking, and even keeping your balance all depend on strong hips.

But as we get older, it becomes even more important to keep those muscles strong. And no, you don’t need a gym membership or a complicated workout to get started!

💪 Try these 3 exercises:
✅ Side leg raises
✅ Standing hip extensions
✅ Glute bridges

Start with 10–12 reps of each exercise, and focus on good form rather than speed.

The goal isn’t to do everything perfectly or exhaust yourself. It’s to keep building strength so you can stay active, independent, and confident in what your body can do.

We’re not getting older just to get weaker. We’re getting older, and we’re getting STRONGER! 💪❤️

Which of these three exercises are you going to try? Tell me in the comments!

Have you ever worried that hip pain might eventually mean a hip replacement?Before you assume surgery is your only optio...
10/13/2026

Have you ever worried that hip pain might eventually mean a hip replacement?

Before you assume surgery is your only option, it’s worth finding out what else might help.

Strengthening the muscles around your hips, staying active with exercises you can tolerate, and working with a physical therapist may help improve pain and mobility.

And if you have hip arthritis, there may be other treatments worth discussing with your doctor, too.

Of course, if a hip joint is severely damaged, exercise won’t reverse that damage. But taking care of your strength and mobility is still important, whether you’re trying to manage hip pain now or stay active for years to come.

Don’t give up on movement just because you’re getting older! 💪

Have you ever dealt with hip pain, or worried about needing a hip replacement? I’d love to hear your experience.

💪 A little strength work today can make a difference in how you feel tomorrow!I’m keeping Tuesday’s list simple, with a ...
10/13/2026

💪 A little strength work today can make a difference in how you feel tomorrow!

I’m keeping Tuesday’s list simple, with a walk and a few exercises to work on strength, balance, and the muscles we use every day.

We’ve got counter push-ups, bicep curls, cross-body curls, overhead presses, and heel raises. Nothing complicated, but these are the kinds of movements that can help us stay stronger and more capable as we get older. ❤️

And ladies, we don’t have to do it all at once! Start with what you can manage, use weights that feel right for you, and build from there.

That’s what Out of Shape to Strong is all about. Not perfection. Not comparing ourselves to someone else. Just making the effort to take care of ourselves, one day at a time.

👇 Who’s working on getting stronger with me today?

Tell me what’s on your list! You can follow mine, choose a few exercises, or make your own. The important thing is finding ways to keep moving that work for YOU.

Same small steps. Real results. 💗

You don’t have to do it all to make progress. ❤️Some days you might get in a good walk, other days you might squeeze in ...
10/13/2026

You don’t have to do it all to make progress. ❤️

Some days you might get in a good walk, other days you might squeeze in a few strength exercises, and sometimes just moving a little more is a win.

The important thing is that you keep showing up for yourself. You don’t have to be perfect, and you don’t have to start over every time life gets in the way.

💪 What did you do today to move yourself forward?

Drop a comment and check in! Whether you’re walking, working on strength, or just getting back into the routine, I want to hear from you.

And if you’re new here, you can jump into the Out of Shape to Strong Fitness Challenge anytime. No waiting for Monday or the first of the month!

Small steps really can lead to big changes. ❤️

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