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Fitness
Victor Lee, 69
HIS FITNESS ROUTINE: (4 days at Trager Family JCC, 2 days at home)
Monday: 1 hour resistance training session
Tuesday: Aerobic swim, 1 mile
Wednesday: Shoulder therapy exercises
Thursday: 1 hour resistance training session with personal trainer
Friday: Rest day
Saturday: Shoulder therapy exercises, core resistance session, 2 hours
Sunday: Aerobic treadmill, 2.5 miles
HIS DIET:
Nutrition is an important “partner” to any exercise program. While I am not vegetarian, I have found that I like how I feel as I move toward a more plant-based diet. My diet was also light on protein so I am increasing my protein intake to support my activity level. I typically eat oatmeal with fruit for a late breakfast, a midday snack, and a balanced dinner.
SECRETS TO SUCCESS:
Start small and build. The most important part of any fitness program is that you can sustain it over time. That means finding activities that you enjoy and that you will continue to do on a schedule that works for you. Have realistic expectations. Be patient.
By Victor Lee | Photo by Melissa Donald
Summer 2023 / Today's Transitions