Overview

Finlay talks with Dr Jackson Fyfe (exercise scientist and lecturer at Deakin University) about why most physical decline in mid-life is driven by behaviour, not biology, and how small, well-chosen doses of training can preserve strength, muscle and overall health. The conversation covers minimal-dose resistance work, mixing cardio with weights, and avoiding the “all-or-nothing” trap that derails many former athletes.

Key Talking Points

• Ageing vs Inactivity – strength and muscle fall mainly because we stop using them.
• Typical Mid-life Pitfalls – family, work and familiar sports habits lead to low-power, low-speed movement.
• Minimum Effective Dose – as little as 1 set per exercise per week can lift strength; ~4–5 sets per week grows muscle.
• Everyday Movement Counts – short, slightly brisk tasks during the day carry real health benefits.
• Concurrent Training Myths – doing cardio and strength together may blunt gains slightly but still beats doing nothing.
• Practical Weekly Blueprint – two brief strength sessions, one or two moderate cardio bouts, plus frequent light movement.
• Consistency over Intensity – small, repeatable sessions matter more than occasional “all-out” efforts.

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