In this episode of 'Lifting, Running, and Living,' Kelly starts with updates about her new gym additions and joining a commercial gym due to foot pain and the benefits of cross-training.
Meanwhile, JK provides insights on the retail industry's holiday season and his fat loss phase progress, along with his r(ese)t program that starts soon.
The main topic of discussion focuses on the importance of strength training for older adults, drawing from an NSCA paper and personal training experiences.
Kelly and JK emphasize individualized and periodized training programs, compound movements, power exercises, and balance work, debunking common fitness myths and encouraging older adults not to fear heavier weights.
They also touch on mobility and everyday functional movements that can help improve quality of life as one ages.
00:00 Introduction and Episode Kickoff
01:02 Gym Updates from Kelly
03:37 Joining a Globo Gym
06:00 December Bingo Challenge
08:48 JK's Holiday Season and Fat Loss Journey
14:29 Nine Week Reset Program
18:44 Starting Strength Training Later in Life
28:18 Diving into Resistance Training
29:17 The Importance of Resistance Training for Older Adults
30:54 Challenges and Misconceptions in Strength Training
34:29 Implementing Strength Training for Older Adults
40:27 Practical Strength Training Tips
45:57 Case Studies and Real-Life Applications
01:03:06 Final Thoughts and Recommendations
Links:
r(ese)t program: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1he-JAI9JsjnzcGaKWa31vZEJpKL-ZSpg/view?usp=drive_link
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