#338 Susan Niebergall - Muscle and Strength For Healthy Aging

Susan Niebergall represents something rare in the fitness industry - a fitness authority over the age of 60. Susan dives into the importance of resistance training to build strength and muscle as we get older. 

Susan shares:

-How her own dedication to muscle and strength let to a better outcome and faster recovery from her hip replacement surgery.

-The importance of strength and muscle to reduce risk of fall injuries, and reduce risk of a catastrophic outcome in case of a fall. 

-Why you need to lift “heavy” and what “heavy” means in context.

-What you need to change/focus on in your training and nutrition as you get older.

-And much more.

00:45 Susan's Journey in the Fitness Industry

01:54 Hip Replacement and Rehabilitation

03:36 Pre-Surgery Preparation

09:02 Post-Surgery Recovery

15:51 The Importance of Strength and Mobility

18:41 Reducing Fall Risks and Enhancing Balance

21:20 The Necessity of Heavyweights

22:21 Balancing High Impact and Bone Health

23:11 Strength Training for Older Adults

24:40 The Shift Towards Lifting in Later Life

27:19 Encouraging Fitness Across Generations

31:51 Nutritional Adjustments with Age

39:29 Prioritizing Protein Intake

45:21 Resources and Final Thoughts

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