Stronger with Time How to Build Muscle & Strength at Any Age: The Real Science of Resistance Training – with Professor Tommy Lundberg
Jun 30, 2025
Joining the conversation is Professor Tommy Lundberg, a world-renowned expert from the Karolinska Institute in Sweden, specializing in resistance training and muscle performance. He dives into the science of building muscle at any age, busts myths about aging and strength, and reveals how women can maintain muscle through menopause. Lundberg emphasizes tailored training methods, optimal rep ranges, and the importance of recovery. His insights challenge the notion that muscle loss is inevitable, inspiring listeners to redefine their fitness journey.
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Muscle Power Declines Faster
- Muscle power declines earlier and faster than muscle mass with age due to neural and tissue factors.
- Individual muscle decline varies significantly, so average trends don't apply equally to everyone.
Training for Muscle, Strength, Power
- To build muscle mass, lift with high effort and fatigue the muscles just before failure.
- For strength, include heavy lifts; for power, lift fast with maximal intent occasionally.
Avoid Training to Failure
- Keep two to three reps in reserve rather than training to complete failure.
- This approach helps perform more total volume, preserves speed, and reduces fatigue.