How to Start Strength Training as an Older Adult
Update: 2025-09-09
Description
Today on the podcast, we talk about why strength training is essential for older adults. In general, there are a lot of myths around the accessibility of strength training that isn't true. Strength training is available to anyone at any age, and is more crucial than ever as we age. We dive into why you need to strength train if you’re an older adult, what your programming will look like, and give you resources and information on how to start.
In this episode, we discuss:
- Why Strength Training Matters for Older Adults
- Understanding Sarcopenia: Preventing Age-Related Muscle Loss
- Starting Strength Training For Older Adults
- Safe Considerations for Older Adults with Arthritis
- How to Build Strength Safely and Effectively
- Tips to Stay Consistent and Motivated
- Embracing Strength Training at Any Age
Resources:
Article: Healthy Strength Training in Older Adults
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