We’re proud to share that Kevin Snodgrass was recently featured as an expert voice in Eat This, Not That!’s new article:
“If You Can Master These 4 Moves After 50, You’re Stronger Than Most.”
In the piece, fitness experts explain why balance is one of the most important skills to preserve as we age—and how a few key exercises can dramatically improve stability, confidence, and independence.
Why balance matters as we age
As we move through our 50s and beyond, natural changes like muscle loss, joint stiffness, and decreased proprioception (our sense of where our body is in space) can all chip away at balance. That can mean:
- A higher risk of falls and injuries
- Less confidence walking on uneven surfaces
- More difficulty with everyday tasks like stepping over obstacles, carrying groceries, or getting in and out of a car
The article emphasizes that intentional balance training can reverse much of this decline and help people stay active and independent for longer.
Kevin’s expert insight: balance as the foundation
In the article, Kevin Snodgrass reinforces just how crucial balance training is for older adults:
“Good balance is the foundation for staying mobile, confident, and independent with age. By strengthening the core and leg muscles, increasing joint mobility especially in the ankle, improving coordination, and sharpening stability, balance training helps older adults move more freely and safely in everyday life,” Snodgrass says.
Kevin also highlights the single-leg deadlift as a powerful move for:
- Strengthening the hamstrings, glutes, and lower back
- Improving hip mobility
- Training real-world patterns like bending to pick something up off the floor
These are exactly the kinds of functional movements that translate into easier, safer daily living.
Four moves that show you’re “stronger than most”
The article outlines four balance-focused exercises that, when mastered, signal strong core control, mobility, and reflexes:
- Single-leg stand – Tests raw balance, ankle stability, and hip strength.
- Tandem walk – Heel-to-toe walking in a straight line, mimicking tight spaces and uneven surfaces.
- Sit-to-stand – Standing from a chair without using your hands, a key marker of lower-body strength and independence.
- Single-leg deadlift – The move Kevin details, building strength and stability for bending and lifting.
Together, these movements act like what one expert calls “aging insurance”: if you can perform them well, you’re not just getting by—you’re actively aging better.
Bringing expert-backed balance training to our community
We’re thrilled to see Kevin’s expertise recognized on a national platform. The same principles he shares in Eat This, Not That! guide the way we design our programs at [YOUR ORG NAME]:
- Focus on functional strength and balance
- Support for adults 50+ to stay mobile, confident, and independent
- Safe, progressive training that meets you where you are
You can read the full article here:
If You Can Master These 4 Moves After 50, You’re Stronger Than Most.
If you’d like to improve your balance, reduce your risk of falls, and feel more confident in your day-to-day life, Try Team Vivo for free to experience our programs & to learn how Kevin and our team can help.