Simple, Inexpensive Ways To Have A Flatter Tummy
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Category: health and fitness
Follow53 And Still Shaking It
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Too Old for Late Nights, Never Too Old for Zumba!
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As I’ve entered my 50s, I find that I don’t really enjoy going out at night anymore. I’ve come to prefer a “boring” life that revolves around daytime activities. 😂 I’m usually in bed by 10.30pm, whether I can actually fall asleep or not. Sleep has been elusive for me for the past two years,…
Our First Zumba Class
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This evening, Mum and I attended our very first 6.30pm Zumba fitness class at the gym, led by our group strength fitness coach @ IFC Gym Ipoh. The moment the class started, my first thought was, “WOW… I can’t keep up!” 🤣 The music was fast, the choreography was even faster, and since I was…
Getting Back into Our Routine
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Getting back into our routine after a short break felt so good today. Mum and I finally returned to our Seniors’ Strength Training class after almost two weeks away. We had visitors, and Mum wasn’t feeling well, so we had to press the pause button for a while. It felt wonderful to be back, moving…
Forest Bathing: My Free Therapy for the Mind and Soul
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One of the activities I make time for almost every day is brisk walking in nature. My fitness journey began many years ago after I was diagnosed with PCOS, a hormonal condition that’s often linked to insulin resistance and metabolic issues. Before I became a mum, I used to jog twice a day—once in the…
My HbA1c Journey: Finding Balance Without Giving Up Good Food
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Last Tuesday, Dad wanted to go to the pasar malam to buy some black sesame candies. When we arrived at the usual site, however, there wasn’t a single stall in sight. We initially thought it was because of the drizzle, but I later found out that the pasar malam had actually moved further in. Since…
Rain May Stop My Walks, But Not My Workouts
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It’s been raining every single day in Ipoh for the past week, thwarting my plans for my usual evening brisk walks. Mum and I now attend strength training classes at the gym three times a week. In the evenings, I try to do at least 30–40 minutes of brisk walking around my neighbourhood. Walking or…
Strength Training At 53, With My 80-Year Old Mum
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Mum and I have now completed 8 strength training classes at the gym. Each package comes with 10 lessons, and we’ve already decided to renew for another round. Mum suffers from severe sciatica and pinched nerve pain. Every morning, when she first wakes up, the pain is at its worst. But despite the discomfort, she…
Why I Pay More Attention to Protein Intake After 50
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As we grow older, getting enough protein becomes increasingly important for maintaining muscle strength, energy levels, and overall health. Most adults generally need between 0.8 to 1.6 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight daily, depending on age, activity level, and health condition. Since I weigh about 42kg, I try to aim for around…
Strength Training With My 80-Year Old Mum: Sessions 4 & 5
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There is something very motivating about learning and growing stronger together with my 80-year-old mum. In our recent strength training sessions, our personal trainer, Sharon, introduced us to a variety of exercises designed to strengthen our upper body, lower body, and core muscles. Every session feels different and exciting. We get to try various equipment…
Strength Training At 53
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Today, my 80-year-old mum and I attended our very first strength training session with a personal trainer 💪 Before we even started, our trainer Sharon (IFC Gym, Ipoh) —such a warm and friendly lady—sat down with us to understand our health conditions, daily habits, and diet. I really appreciated this part, because it made the…
Strength Training In The Gym With my 80-Year Old Mum
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Two weeks ago, my 80-year old mum and I attended a strength training workshop at IFC Gym Ipoh — the only gym in Ipoh that currently offers strength training classes specially designed for senior citizens. Since last year, my mum has been experiencing chronic aches and pains throughout her body, especially in the mornings when…
My Week-Long Tango with a Virus (And How I’m Protecting My Teen)
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It started, as these things often do, with a simple scratch in my throat. “No big deal,” I thought, gargling my throat with a concoction of salt water + melaleuca oil + peppermint oil and hoping it would just fade away. Oh, how optimistic I was in the beginning. Last week, that innocent sore throat…
Back on Track: Reclaiming My Fitness, One Step at a Time
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It’s been 10 months since I last exercised regularly — a far cry from the days when I used to run twice a day, once at dawn and again after work. But life changes, and so do our routines. When Maria, my part-time helper, got pregnant and stopped working, I suddenly found myself juggling all…
Why I Swear by Beacon Seaweed Chicken Essence
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Lately, I have found Beacon Seaweed Chicken Essence to be an indispensable part of my routine. This incredible supplement helps combat fatigue, improve memory, and strengthen the immune system. Made from pure Beacon Chicken Essence, it is free of antibiotics, hormones, heavy metals, and comes from chickens with Halal certification. Here’s why I’m a firm…