Welcome to Episode 11 of the Movement Logic Podcast! In this episode, Sarah debunks the commonly held beliefs around aging, strength loss, and frailty, where these beliefs come from, and what we should be doing for people 65+ instead (spoiler: once again, strength training FTW).
- What is the narrative around falling and why do people become so afraid of it
- How the fear of falling creates a self-fulfilling prophecy around age-related decline in physical performance
- When does muscle mass loss start as part of the aging process
- How strength training improves not just muscle mass but many other aspects of performance including balance
Reference Links:
Quantum Leap Community (Sarah’s mentorship group)
QLC: The Library (Sarah’s recorded classes)
Strength Training for Seniors (book)
Strength Training past 50 (book)
MRI comparison of active vs sedentary 74 year old
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Thanks Sarah for the encouraging words about the possibilities of staying steady and strong as we age. I listened to all of the Movement Logic podcast episodes during a long (two weeks) driving trip this summer. You and Laurel and your guests were very good company. I listened and learned about moment while hardly moving—the irony was not lost on me. I will be tuning in for more!