Better Strength Training Pt.1

The Better Show

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