Iron Therapy, Powerlifting After 40: A Conversation with Coach Kyle Sheridan
Description
Kyle Sheridan, powerlifting coach and gym owner, shares valuable insights on how masters athletes can safely and effectively engage in powerlifting to maintain strength and mobility as they age.
• Mental strength is a common denominator among successful masters athletes
• Recovery is crucial - most masters athletes benefit from training only 3-4 days per week
• One of Kyle's 50+ female athletes broke world records deadlifting 529 pounds
• Powerlifting movements help build skeletal muscle and improve balance to prevent falls
• Protein intake should be 0.8-1g per pound of bodyweight for strength athletes
• Creatine monohydrate (5-10g daily) is recommended for all strength athletes
• Competition provides motivation and goals - the powerlifting community is extremely supportive
• Post-competition recovery should include at least a week off from barbell movements
• Food preparation doesn't need to be complicated but should be sustainable
• Masters athletes shouldn't fear starting powerlifting - it's never too late to begin
Follow Kyle on Instagram @sheridanstrength or visit thestrengtcrew.com to learn more about his coaching services.
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New episodes come out every other Thursday!
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