The Hips Don’t Lie

The Hips Don’t Lie

Don’t you just love to watch little kids squat? My granddaughter gives a clear example of mobile hips and very flexible ankles! We all were able to move this way at one time! What happened? My theory is we stopped playing, we sit more and we don’t use our hips...

About the Ripped Grandma; Annie Villareal

About Ripped GrandmaSupporting a Wellness Culturefor Active Women and Men Over 60! Annie Villareal The Ripped Grandma Credentials and Past Certifications BA Biology UCSB ACSM Personal Trainer Since 2007 TRX group instructor, TRX sports Medicine, TRX Functional...
My Achy Back!

My Achy Back!

How to increase core strength, without hurting your back! It is a different world now, my studio is closed, my clients are home….I can no longer paddle with my Ohana in a group. But I can still reach out to everyone and say hang tough! THERE IS STILL MUCH WE CAN...
Cardio & Alzheimer’s Prevention

Cardio & Alzheimer’s Prevention

One of my favorite cardio exercises is using the rower! From my early years at UC Santa Barbara when I participated in my first crew experience, I was hooked on moving on the water! 🚣‍♀️   After a long hiatus I found my passion again in Ke Kei Ohana, paddling a 6...