How To! How To Age Like an Elite Athlete
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Jan 2, 2024 Learn how to prolong your athletic career and avoid injuries as you age. The podcast discusses the impact of aging on athletes, personal experiences with injuries, strategies for maintaining physical ability, training for proprioception, and the importance of sleep and recovery.
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Aging Athlete Realization
- Jeff Bercovici realized his age affected his athleticism while watching a 36-year-old soccer captain play.
- He questioned why he, at 33, struggled with a casual game without injuries.
Derek's Injury Story
- Derek John, a podcast producer, tore his Achilles playing basketball after a thorough warm-up.
- This injury followed previous ankle injuries and chronic ailments, prompting him to seek advice on aging gracefully in sports.
The Aging Body
- Aging reduces tissue repair, leading to longer recovery times from workouts and injuries.
- Hormonal changes, declining muscle fibers, and eyesight also contribute to this decline.