Tuesday Jan 23, 2024

104. Exercises to Avoid for People 50 and Older

We are busting myths for fitness over 50 in this episode! Dr. Andrew Fix disputes claims against exercises like pull-ups, push-ups, squats, and deadlifts being unsafe or inappropriate as we age. In fact, Dr. Fix advocates for exercise to combat muscle loss and keep up physical function in later years. He stresses the value of multi-joint movements and lifting heavy weights, essential for preserving strength and resilience. With proper technique and progression, Dr. Fix argues that these exercises are highly beneficial for older adults.

All of us need to critically evaluate fitness advice and make informed, evidence-based decisions about fitness routines. Functional movements and strength training contribute to longevity and well-being.

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Quotes:

• “People just don't understand how big of a blessing it is to be able to exercise and the profound positive impact that exercise and training and movement can have on our lives.” (1:58 | Dr. Andrew Fix)

• “When we turn 30 years old, every year for the rest of our life, we're gradually losing muscle.” (6:32 | Dr. Andrew Fix)

• “We need to be able to maintain muscle mass on our frame so that we can stay lean, burn calories, and continue to be super active into the later years of our lives.” (6:49 | Dr. Andrew Fix)

• “I just want to challenge you and encourage you to be skeptical and just really think deeply about the things that you're seeing out there. And if you really think about it, does it make sense?” (25:40 | Dr. Andrew Fix)

Links

https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/10998004221120945

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2892859/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6377696/

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