Your results are in…
How Is Your Body Really Aging
You’re on a Strong Path
Way to go!! What you’re doing is working
…and that’s something to feel really good about.
Your answers suggest you’ve built habits that support strength, balance, and independence as you age.
The key now isn’t doing more, but protecting what you’ve already built.
Small, intentional choices (how you move, recover, and support your nervous system) can make a big difference in keeping your body resilient for the long term.
Below, you’ll find a few simple ways to reinforce these habits, along with opportunities to go deeper if you’d like personalized guidance or structured support to stay strong for life.
What “Strong Aging” Really Means
Strong aging isn’t just about exercise or staying active.
It’s about how well your nervous system, posture, and movement patterns work together as your body adapts over time. Even active, fit women can notice subtle changes in stiffness, balance, or recovery if these systems aren’t supported as a whole.
The good news?
When you understand what your body needs (and respond early) you can often maintain strength, confidence, and independence well into later life.
This is where preventative, personalized care makes a real difference.
Simple Ways to Protect This Long-Term
Posture Awareness: “Do I feel tall and balanced during daily activities like standing at the sink, driving, or walking?”
Recovery Signals: Pay attention to how your body recovers after activity.
“How quickly does my body feel settled again?
Movement Variety:
“Did I move in more than one way today (walk, lift, rotate, balance)?”
Energy & Resilience:
“Do I feel capable and confident in my body?”
Balance Cues: Prioritize balance, coordination, and ease of movement (not just strength.) “Do I feel steady when changing direction or standing on one leg?”
Habits Check In:
"Am I making sure I eat right, move more, think good thoughts, sleep well and get adjusted regularly?"
Early Intervention:
Address small aches or stiffness before they become limiting.
Awareness now can prevent bigger challenges later.
What Can I Do Next to Keep the Momentum?
Join the ‘Strong for Life’ Workshop
When: Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 11:15am
Where: Prince Albert Hall, Port Perry
Price: $10 per person
You'll gain:
Expert insight on how the body functions as we age.
Simple, realistic habits to support your body that you can use at home right away.
Real answers from two experienced chiropractic and strength-training experts.
This workshop is led by Dr. Shawna Dingman of Elevate Women's Health Centre and Jess Cohan of Make a Move, a chiropractor and a trainer who specialize in this stage of life (50+).
Book a Chiropractic Assessment
Join me: Dr. Shawna Dingman, Elevate Women’s Health Centre, Port Perry
How: Book Online Here
I’ve spent 25+ years helping women understand how their bodies adapt to stress, movement, and aging. My role isn’t to “fix” you, but to partner with you in protecting the strength and independence you’ve worked hard to build.
If you’d ever like a professional second set of eyes on how your body is aging, my 1:1 assessment can help personalize what you’re already doing well and highlight where a little extra support could help.
Hopefully, you’ve found this information helpful in understanding your health and taking the next step toward being strong for life.
Check your inbox for a quick note from me - and if you have any questions, please feel free to reach out any time - Dr. Shawna