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Jul 28
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Balance, Mobility, & Flexibility: The Si...

Kevin English
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We talk a lot about strength training, cardio, and nutrition - but there are three unsung heroes of healthy aging that don’t get enough spotlight: balance, mobility, and flexibility

 

And if you want to stay strong, independent, and injury-free in your 50s, 60s, and beyond… these are non-negotiables.

 

In this Monday Mile episode, Coach Kevin is joined by Coach Monica to uncover the silent pillars of true strength. You’ll learn why these often-overlooked elements are absolutely essential for sustainable fitness, injury prevention, and daily functionality - and how to start improving them today.

 

From deadlifts to underwear tests (yes, really!), we’re giving you practical, easy-to-implement strategies to build a body that moves well - and keeps moving well - for decades to come.

 

What You’ll Learn:

  • Why balance, mobility, and flexibility decline with age - and how to fight back
  • How core strength is directly tied to balance and stability
  • The difference between flexibility and mobility (and why you need both)
  • Our favorite exercises for building balance and coordination
  • The “Underwear Test” and “Shoe Challenge” – fun at-home ways to check your balance
  • How to incorporate mobility and flexibility work into your daily routine

 

Resources Mentioned:

Silver Edge Exercise Demo Library: https://www.youtube.com/@silveredgefitness/videos

Single-Leg Romanian Deadlift: https://youtu.be/JLvjkuhkFWM

World’s Greatest Stretch: https://youtu.be/7omJK2MNToc

Suitcase Carry: https://youtu.be/UGySDXy8C8s

Windmill: https://youtu.be/9QE6cMZA5S4

 

Take Action:

Start simple: try standing on one leg while brushing your teeth or doing the dishes. Master the “Underwear Test.” Add a suitcase carry or windmill to your next workout. You don’t have to do it all at once - but you do have to start!

 

Ready to Move? Let’s Walk This Mile Together.

Whether you're on your morning walk or sipping coffee, this episode is your reminder: it's never too late to reclaim your mobility, stability, and freedom of movement. Lace up those sneakers and let’s go.

 

Share the Love:

Know someone who’s working on their health over 50? Send them this episode and help them move better, feel better, and live stronger.

👉 Join The Silver Edge Collective today and start building a lean, strong, healthy body you love for the rest of your life!

https://go.silveredgefitness.com/silver-edge-collective

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