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In this episode of the Rest Eat Move podcast, Matt and Chris dive deep into the world of strength training. They start with the inspiring story of an 11-year-old receiving a 110-pound dumbbell set and transition into the incredible benefits of strength training at any age. The discussion covers the importance of strength training for longevity, injury prevention, and overall health, emphasizing the three R's: range, rate, and resistance. Learn why strength training can improve balance, bone density, and flexibility, and why everyone, especially those over 50, should incorporate it into their fitness routine. The episode also teases a deeper dive into related topics like hormones and mental health in the next part. Don't miss out on this compelling conversation about what makes strength training the true fountain of youth.
By Matt and Chris Johnson4.9
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In this episode of the Rest Eat Move podcast, Matt and Chris dive deep into the world of strength training. They start with the inspiring story of an 11-year-old receiving a 110-pound dumbbell set and transition into the incredible benefits of strength training at any age. The discussion covers the importance of strength training for longevity, injury prevention, and overall health, emphasizing the three R's: range, rate, and resistance. Learn why strength training can improve balance, bone density, and flexibility, and why everyone, especially those over 50, should incorporate it into their fitness routine. The episode also teases a deeper dive into related topics like hormones and mental health in the next part. Don't miss out on this compelling conversation about what makes strength training the true fountain of youth.

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