What are the opening hours?

Monday 6am - 6:30pm Tuesday 6am - 6:30pm Wednesday 6am - 6:30pm Thursday 6am - 6:30pm Friday 6am - 6:30pm Saturday 6am - 12:30pm

Fit After 50 SoCal

11:30am, 5:30pm & yoga and more!

I’ve heard the voices of my non-morning folks and full-time employed ladies to take the leap and make some fun schedule changes!

As always, Fit After 50 SoCal is just for women 50 and over :)

Visit our website (link in bio) to register for a trial week - $25 unlimited classes.

02/26/2024

Have you been curious about group classes but worried you won't be able to keep up? Want to learn good form to avoid injury?

Our Fit After 50 SoCal coaching team is hosting a Strength Training 101 Workshop!

Learn & practice the fundamentals of strength training exercises so you feel confident in class!

When? Saturday March 23, 9am-10am
Where? Fit After 50 SoCal studio, 4148 N. Viking Way, Long Beach 90808
Cost: $5 - includes workshop + one free group class of your choice

As always, our studio is just for women 50+

Space is limited! Follow the link below to reserve your spot!
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11/12/2022

Best start to the weekend!

09/20/2022

Do you know what's really in the foods you eat?

Unless I'm working with you 1:1, I tend to stay away from posting about nutrition on social media for many reasons - everyone's body is different, nutritional needs vary, and what works for you is highly individualized.

But, there are universal truths we need to address and take seriously:
1. The foods we eat now are highly processed, contributing to 74% of Americans being overweight or obese

2. There is 25x more sugar in our food today than there was 100 years ago, leading to our incredibly high type 2 diabetes rates (52% of American adults)

3. There’s substantial evidence today that chemicals in our food are “obesogens”, *causatively* leading to obesity – additives and fillers such as microplastics (yes, plastic!), pesticides, and much more

So maybe if you're doing everything you know to do but still feeling crappy, we need to dig a little deeper.

This is where reading ingredient lists and food labels is ESSENTIAL.

Check out this example, promoted as a "Heart Healthy" bread. If you grabbed this bread at the store, you'd think you were doing the right thing. It's not your fault! Unfortunately, marketing beats reality here.

The ingredients of bread should more or less be: flour, water, yeast, salt

So why is there high fructose corn syrup? Soybean oil? More added sugar? And a laundry list a paragraph long?

High fructose corn syrup!? A substance quickly absorbed by the body and leads to insulin resistance, obesity, type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure.

In fact, America is one of the only countries you can actually use high fructose corn syrup in food. It's highly restricted or banned in Europe and other places.

Soybean oil!? I will spare you a rant on seed oils, but they are so incredibly disruptive to the health of your microbiome, not only do they lead to obesity, diabetes, neurological conditions like Alzheimer's, and even correlated to anxiety, and depression - they contain inflammatory linoleic acid, which is associated with heart disease and cancer.

Even more added sugar!? Not only is sugar a contributor to diseases like type 2 diabetes, it has strong correlations to breast cancer and Alzheimer's disease.

I'm feeling fired up about nutrition today. This might turn into a longer discussion. For now, I leave you with this - please, please don't fall victim to our food processing. Read those ingredients next time you shop, you'll be surprised (and maybe as angry as me)!

09/16/2022

Hello everyone!

The time has finally come: evening classes will be starting October 4!

Details

Our kickoff evening class series will be a Strength & Balance Class! The class that started it all. We focus on building muscle and improving endurance through full body strength training. The class is suitable for all levels as we are intentional about accommodating everyone's abilities, safely and strategically. An intake with each new member will be conducted to assess any previous injury, relevant medical information, questions, concerns, and anything else worth discussing 🙂

Days, Time, Location

Class will take place every Tuesday & Thursday evening from 5:30pm-6:30pm starting October 4.

Home studio address: Long Beach, 90808

Registration Details

New Members: We partner with a registration and scheduling system called Glofox. Message me directly to get the ball rolling! As mentioned above, I will reach out as the date nears to review any previous injury, relevant medical information, questions, concerns, and anything else worth discussing. The first class will be free for all new members!

Existing Members: You will be able to register for these classes as usual, through our Glofox system.

Please share widely! 12 spots will be available. We're excited to kick off this next chapter and provide more options for current and future members!

09/13/2022

This week’s prompt:

Exercise makes me feel…

09/12/2022

Hi, recovering perfectionist here!

It's easy to fall into a trap of feeling like we want to be the best at something. But sometimes our desire for things to be perfect impedes our ability to even start. Instead of accepting a baseline, we hold ourselves back from ever trying.

A common reason people don't start an exercise program is because they don't feel they're in shape enough.

Oh the irony!

Maybe it's helpful for you to hear as well - I tell myself often, "progress, not perfection"

09/10/2022

::Volume up for instruction::

Forgive the sound, I think I underestimated how loud my fans are!

THIS HEAT!! Boy we are not used to this. You might find yourself a little more sedentary than usual. Try out this seated exercises for some movement!

1. Step jacks
2. Wide stance hinge
3. Seated march

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07/25/2022

Monday Cardio fix!

Did a lazy weekend get the best of you? Try this super simple cardio series! No equipment needed.

The goal of cardio is to enhance heart health, boost metabolism, and much more. To achieve this outcome, we want to move at a steady pace with as little rest as possible.

Try 60 seconds of each exercise and catch a breather (up to 30 seconds rest) between sets. Cycle through 3 rounds.

This set is simple enough to tackle anywhere!

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Need a little extra boost? Check out our in-person group classes just for women 50+
Monday: Balance & Fall Prevention, 10:15am-11am
Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday: Strength & Balance, 8:30am-9:30am
Wednesday/Friday: Endurance Circuit, 8:15am-9:15am
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07/22/2022

Need a little extra boost to get your fitness back on track?

Check out our group classes for women 50 and over! A few spaces available in our Strength & Balance, Endurance Circuit, and Balance & Fall Prevention classes.

Don't hesitate to reach out with any questions!

07/21/2022

The single most important thing is commitment. It's not about what we WANT to do, it's what we ACTUALLY do.

You can only control your own actions. Who do you want to become? What are you willing to do to get there?

07/20/2022

Let's get those arms in tank-top shape!

Try 12-15 reps of each. If counting is not your thing, work for 30 seconds. Three rounds!

07/18/2022

Three balance exercises to get this week started off on the right foot ;)

Try at home, or better yet check out our Balance & Fall Prevention class! Every Monday 10:15am-11am.

The perfect class for beginners, those interested in getting back in the swing of exercise, and anyone who wants to practice or improve their balance. FIRST CLASS FREE!

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07/15/2022

Our amazing crew in this morning's Endurance Circuit! Proud of the hard effort everyone put in :)

07/14/2022

We are eternally grateful for the amazing women in our community.

Their effort, consistency, and grit are a constant source of inspiration.

Join me in celebrating Vicki, our latest Member Spotlight!

Since joining in January, it is a rare day Vicki is absent. Her bright and cheerful attitude, warm welcome of new members, and impromptu dancing is a joy to be around.

Read all about her!

Some of my favorite highlights:
"...now being 68 I was not getting any younger and I want to stay healthy and live longer. I have grandkids and spending time with them is important + when I am happy so is my husband."

"I have found that working out with women of the same age is so much more fulfilling. We are all in the classes to better ourselves and it shows when we are all together."

"I have definitely improved my strength, balance and so much more...if I'm noticing this after 6 months, I can't wait for the next 6 months."

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07/13/2022

Cardio for every level! Can't hop? No problem.

No matter where you are, there's always a way to keep moving!

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07/11/2022

The Best Upper Body Exercise You're Probably Not Doing: Lat Pullover

The latissimus dorsi (lat) muscle is a large, triangularly shaped back muscle that connects your arms to your vertebral column.

Why should you care about your lats?
The lats help protect and stabilize your spine and help with shoulder and arm movement. Strengthening and stretching your lats is essential in building upper-body strength, improving range of motion, and preventing injury.

This large muscle also helps us maintain an upright torso (good posture). This is not only important to helping us avoid hunching over or rounding our back, but also has a ripple effect: the healthier your spine, the easier it is to achieve better hip mobility.

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07/09/2022

Saturdays are for the girls!

07/08/2022

Nothing more needs to be said.

07/07/2022

Balance & Fall Prevention - Part 5: Awareness in Space

"Proprioception" is perception or awareness of the position and movement of the body.

Balance and proprioception are all about our ability to stay safely upright without injury. In order for us to remain upright, our brain needs constant input from our muscles and joints. This input enables the brain to monitor our position and make corrections when necessary.

In this last video of our Balance & Fall Prevention series, Zach reviews the importance of proprioception and demonstrates a related exercise.

We look forward to starting our new class Monday, July 11! Have you reserved your spot?

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07/06/2022

How many times have we told ourselves we'll start tomorrow?
What's holding you back? Fear? Anxiety? Embarrassment?
Will tomorrow really be different than today?
Shoutout to Nike - whatever it is, just do it. Today

07/06/2022

Balance & Fall Prevention - Part 4: Unstable Surfaces

We often think of balance as our ability to stand on one leg - but do you notice a difference in your stability when you change surfaces?

Our walking environment is not always controlled. We walk throughout different surfaces/rooms in our house, the driveway, the grass, the beach, and so on.

The more we practice these scenarios in controlled environments, the more we'll improve our chances of avoiding falls when we least expect it. In this video, Zach demonstrates how to use a foam balance board - a toy we'll see in our newest Balance & Fall Prevention Class!

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Details

-Date: Mondays starting July 11th

-Time: 10:15am-11am

-Location: Maryann's Home Studio - 3020 Gondar Ave, Long Beach, CA 90808 -

Coach: Zach

Click below or message us directly to take advantage of our special offer and try this new class free of charge. Better yet, bring a buddy! It costs a lot more to manage the effects of a fall than it does to prevent it.

[https://app.glofox.com/portal/ #/branch/616d8a940046901c270f0255/memberships/619fea](https://app.glofox.com/portal/ #/branch/616d8a940046901c270f0255/memberships/619fea58602cf0105c05eb08/plan/1637870138870/buy)

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06/30/2022

Part 3: Balance in Motion Exercises

Balance doesn't just mean you can stand on one leg. When we walk or go up stairs, we're counting on maintaining our single leg balance as we move.

Try the heel-to-toe walk AKA tandem walk & put your balance to the test! Use support if you are just starting or until you feel secure enough to go without.

::Balance & Fall Prevention class starting Monday July 11th, 10:15am-11am::

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06/27/2022

Living with osteopenia or osteoporosis?

The guidelines for exercising with osteopenia or osteoporosis can be tricky to navigate on your own. Generally, we want to avoid rapid flexion an extension of the spine to reduce the risk of fracture along the spinal column.

Ditch the sit ups and try these two core exercises instead!

1. Alternating Bird Dog

2. McGill Sit Ups

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06/24/2022

Ready to be the best version of yourself?

Take advantage of our special offers! Must register by 6/30/22

1. Unlimited classes per month $165 - any class, any time!

2. Three classes per week $125 - 12 classes per month for the price of 8! - Any 12 classes per month

3. Cardio Class Pack $120 - Unlimited classes included: Walking with Weights, Endurance Circuit

4. FREE one week trial unlimited classes

Which one is right for you?

How to get started:

-Send me a message

-Call/text (310) 853-3805

-Email: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])

-Website: [www.fitafter50socal.com](http://www.fitafter50socal.com/)

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Current group exercise class schedule, Long Beach, CA:

-Monday: Walking with Weights, 9am-10am @ Heartwell Park

-Tuesday: Strength & Balance, 8:30am-9:30am @ 3020 Gondar Ave, 90808

-Wednesday: Endurance Circuit, 8:15am-9:15am @ 3020 Gondar Ave, 90808

-Thursday: Strength & Balance, 8:30am-9:30am @ 3020 Gondar Ave, 90808

-Friday: Endurance Circuit, 8:15am-9:15am @ 3020 Gondar Ave, 90808

-Saturday: Strength & Balance, 8:30am-9:30am @ 3020 Gondar Ave, 90808