Dr Ford Brewer - PrevMed Over 60: 5 Exercises You'll Regret Ignoring!
Sep 13, 2025
Discover the crucial link between exercise and muscle health for those over 60, exploring various effective workouts to combat anabolic resistance. Learn about isometric exercises like glute bridges and wall sits that enhance strength and manage blood pressure. Customized low-impact strategies for seniors address mobility challenges, while the importance of larger muscle groups in metabolic health is discussed. Dive into nutritional insights on calcium, vitamin K2, and the role of supplements in maintaining overall health.
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Muscles Are A Metabolic Safety Valve
- Muscles become 'anabolically resistant' with age and resist repair and growth.
- Strong muscles act as an endocrine tissue and a metabolic safety valve against insulin resistance.
Do Glute Bridges With Squeezed Hold
- Do glute bridges regularly to activate glutes, hamstrings, core and lower back.
- Hold the bridge (even 5–30 seconds) and squeeze glutes; rest ~30 seconds between reps.
Host's Wall Sit Wake-Up Call
- Dr. Brewer recounts trying a wall sit and hitting a strong burn at 20 seconds but eventually reached one minute.
- The experience reminded him that different exercises expose different weaknesses.