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Mar 17, 2020 45 min

Better Strength Training Pt.1

from The Better Show Hosted by March Rogers, Ian Mikutel, Darren Austin

Show Notes 3:49 — March shares stats about the minimum recommended amount of strength training. 7:15 — The different classes of exercise and the benefits and different results of each. 9:35 — What is sarcopenia and why strength training guards against it. 13:40 — Why strength training can reduce your risk of falling in old age. 15:44 — The minimum threshold for exercise to qualify as strength training and why it’s important to “push the button.” 22:03 — Ian shared his experience with strength training. 25:11 — The Centenarian Olympics 26:50 — Darren’s history (or lack thereof) with strength training and the conversation he had with his doctor that changed his perspective on exercise and living a healthy lifestyle. 31:30 — Strength training that you can do at home. 36:28 — How soreness is related to exercise and strength training and how to adjust the frequency of your workout to minimize soreness. 40:50 — Ian is curious about how to combine his sauna routine into his strength training routine to maximize the health benefits. Mentions 📰 Website: The Centenarian Olympics 📰 Article: How to stay in shape without leaving the house

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This week we start a 2 part exploration of strength training. We discuss it’s important role in all aspects of your health and how to get started with a training program.

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