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In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Bree Baker, assistant professor of kinesiology and director of the Musculoskeletal Adaptations to Aging and eXercise (MAAX) Lab, to explore what the research really says about muscle, movement, and longevity — and how everyday people can apply it without feeling overwhelmed or intimidated.

This conversation is especially for anyone who:

• Wants to stay strong, mobile, and independent as they age
• Feels unsure where to start with movement or strength training
• Is tired, under-fueled, or struggling with sleep
• Has been told “this is just part of getting older” and knows there must be more

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why muscle health is essential for aging well
• How and why muscle changes as we age — and what we can do about it
• Simple, realistic ways to start moving at any age
• What strength training really means (and what it doesn’t)
• How muscle supports hormones, metabolism, and inflammation
• The impact of under-fueling, sleep, and stress on aging bodies
• The role of calcium and Vitamin D in bone and muscle health
• Common myths about aging, exercise, and injury prevention

One of the biggest takeaways:

Muscle isn’t about aesthetics — it’s about function, confidence, and freedom.
 And movement doesn’t have to be perfect to be powerful.

This episode is an invitation to rethink aging not as decline, but as a season where intentional movement, nourishment, and care matter more than ever.

✨ Whether you’re already active or just beginning, you’ll walk away feeling informed, encouraged, and empowered to support your body, from exactly where it is.

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Research and MAAX Lab

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