

Faster Fat Loss, Peak Performance, & Fitness at Any Age - With Brad Kearns
36 snips Apr 14, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Brad Kearns, a New York Times bestselling author and elite athlete, shares insights on fitness and aging. He challenges misconceptions about exercise, emphasizing why walking is crucial for health and longevity. Brad highlights the importance of functional fitness and setting age-appropriate goals. He critiques popular high-intensity fitness trends and advocates for sustainable practices that protect us as we age. Listeners will discover the value of balancing various exercises, including sprinting, for enhanced vitality.
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Misconceptions About Aging and Fitness
- Many people believe fitness peaks in youth, then declines.
- Maintaining functional muscle mass is key to anti-aging, not just cardio.
Engaged Parents
- Brad Kearns encouraged parents at his kids' soccer practices to actively participate instead of passively watching.
- This led to greater understanding and less criticism of their children's performance.
Refereeing Challenges
- Brad Kearns reluctantly refereed his son's basketball scrimmage when the official refs didn't show up.
- The experience gave him a newfound appreciation for the challenges of refereeing.