EP. 164: On this episode of the Dr. Tyna Show, I’m thrilled to chat with my friend Debra Atkinson, a fitness expert dedicated to helping women over 50 navigate their fitness journey during menopause. We dive into why strength training is crucial as we age, discussing everything from Debra’s personal fitness evolution to practical tips for starting and sticking with a lifting routine. We also explore how strength training impacts injury prevention, mobility, and overall longevity. Tune in for a fun and insightful conversation packed with actionable advice to enhance your fitness and well-being!
On This Episode We Cover:
- 01:42 - Debra’s backstory
- 05:51 - Tips for starting your lifting journey
- 09:55 - Motivation for strength training
- 14:14 - Strength is more important than muscle size
- 15:31 - Injury prevention & healthy skeletal muscle
- 18:50 - Goal setting for training
- 21:58 - Aging with your partner
- 24:32 - Chores to train for
- 29:05 - Painful aging
- 31:15 - Mobility and resistance training
- 34:11 - Staying fit for your family & setting an example
- 39:17 - Actionable steps to start moving towards longevity
- 42:58 - Building power
- 45:51 - Dancing as a workout
- 48:50 - VO2 Max and zone training
- 55:16 - HIIT workouts
- 01:01:10 - Weighted Vests
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