There used to be a time when people didn’t have to think about exercising. We were hunter-gatherers. We walked everywhere, all the time. When we became agrarian, we worked in the fields. We walked to collect water and we carried water home. Some cultures still…
Author: Barbara
Barbara Brownlee is a fitness blogger who helps women of a certain age (GenX, Baby Boomers and beyond) find a path to their fitness and wellness goals. She provides expert advice, inspiration and motivation for women who are, let’s just say, no longer spring chickens. Barbara is a Baby Boomer, a certified Personal Trainer, Corrective Exercise Specialist and fitness enthusiast who approaches the challenges of maturing with science and a bit of humor.
Honey, I shrunk my muscles!
Ah, the joys of getting older! Our feet get bigger, we shrink in height, our noses and ears get bigger—basically, we become Hobbits and we can’t do much about any of this without the help of a plastic surgeon. Fortunately, there…
Planning to run: the power of a good plan
Most successful endeavors begin with a vision. An architect knows what kind of building she wants to design. An entrepreneur has an idea for a unique business. A runner wants to complete her first 10K race. How successful will they be without a good…
Welcome to BoomerChiX!
Hi! I’m Barbara, a Certified Personal Trainer, Corrective Exercise Specialist, Aquatic Fitness Professional and (relatively new) runner. This is a fitness blog for GenX and Baby Boomer women. It’s about staying active and fit as we age. It’s about trying…