In this episode of GRUFFTalk: How to Age Better, we welcome back Gretchen Reynolds, a renowned health and wellness journalist who writes the "Your Move" column for the Washington Post. Join us as we delve into three of her insightful articles that offer valuable perspectives on health and fitness. 

Topics Covered: 

1. Never Too Late to Get Strong: 

   - Discussion on Gretchen's article: "It’s never too late to lift weights: older bodies can still build muscle." 

   - Insights into new research showing significant fitness and strength improvements in individuals in their 80s and 90s who start weight training. 

   - Tips for those in midlife who are new to strength training. 

   - Recommendations for frequency of strength training sessions. 

2. Exercise and Weight Loss 

   - Exploration of weight loss with or without the aid of medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Munjaro. 

   - Expert opinions on the importance of incorporating exercise into weight loss regimens, even when using these medications. 

3. Moving Fast for 3 Minutes a Day Lowers Cancer Risk: 

   - Gretchen's article on how just three minutes of fast-paced movement daily can reduce cancer risk. 

   - Discussion on the scientific backing for this health advice. 

4. The Calcium Score Test and Women's Heart Health: 

   - Gretchen shares the story of her friend’s sudden passing from undetected heart disease, leading to a focus on women's heart health. 

   - Information about the calcium score test, which assesses plaque buildup in arteries. 

   - Personal experiences and the importance of early detection and preventative measures. 

Closing Thoughts: 

- Gretchen shares her plans and insights on how she intends to modify her exercise routine in 2024 based on the research she reported in 2023. 

Links and Resources: 

Previous Episode with Gretchen Reynolds: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grufftalk-how-to-age-better-with-barbara-hannah-grufferman/id1623436268?i=1000602037359f 

Articles by Gretchen Reynolds Referenced in this Episode: 

Strength-Training: https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2023/11/29/weight-lifting-aging/ 

Importance of Exercising While Losing Weight: https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2023/09/06/exercise-weight-loss-diet-ozempic/ 

Can 3 Minutes of Vigorous Exercise a Day Fight Cancer? https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2023/08/09/fast-movement-activity-lower-cancer-risk/ 

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