The Over 50 Health & Wellness Podcast

The 2 Moves That Could Save Your Back (and Your Life)


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Monday Mile Edition | The Over 50 Health & Wellness Show

 Think you’re too old to squat or deadlift? Think again. In this Monday Mile episode, Coach Kevin is joined by Coach Russell to tackle two of the most misunderstood (and often feared) movements in the gym: the squat and the deadlift.

 

These aren’t just “gym bro” exercises - they’re essential life skills that help you stay strong, mobile, and pain-free well into your 50s, 60s, and beyond. Whether you're lifting grandkids, hauling groceries, or just getting up from the couch - guess what? You're squatting and deadlifting already.

 

Tune in to learn:

✅ Why avoiding these moves could actually make your back pain worse

✅ How to safely work up to squats and deadlifts even if you’re a total beginner

✅ Smart progressions that work with your body, not against it

✅ The #1 mistake people over 50 make with these lifts (and how to avoid it)

✅ Why “weak things break” - and how to make sure you don’t

 

This is your no-BS guide to two foundational movements that could quite literally save your back... and your life.

 

🔗 Mentioned in this episode:

📘 Starting Strength by Mark Rippetoe:

https://www.amazon.com/Starting-Strength-Basic-Barbell-Training/dp/0982522738/

 

 

💪 Ready to reclaim your strength, confidence, and vitality? Don’t miss this one.

 

🎧 Hit play, lace up those sneakers, and let’s get stronger - one Monday mile at a time!

 

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