Today with Claire Byrne Staying healthy at every age to decrease your risk of ill-health in the future
Jul 22, 2025
Karl Henry, a seasoned health and fitness coach, shares invaluable insights on maintaining wellness at any age. He emphasizes the importance of regular health check-ups and establishing a personal health baseline. Listeners learn about body composition's role in healthy aging, along with practical tips for incorporating movement into daily life. Karl discusses the critical balance of strength and flexibility, urging everyone to adopt home fitness routines tailored for all ages. His approach highlights that proactive lifestyle choices can significantly enhance longevity and quality of life.
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Control How You Age
- Aging is inevitable but how we age is within our control through maintaining strength and fitness.
- Staying strong physically and mentally every decade improves our health span and quality of life.
Establish a Health Baseline
- Get a health baseline with a GP check, physio if needed, and simple fitness tests regularly.
- Use chair stands, balance, cardiovascular and strength tests to track aging and motivate progress.
Monitor Body Composition
- Check your body composition regularly to monitor muscle, fat, and bone health.
- Preserve muscle and bone mass with weight-bearing exercise and seize daily movement opportunities.