Fitness Q&A: Strength Training, Aging Well, Muscle Gain & Injury Prevention | #065

In this Fitness Q&A episode of The Judd Lienhard Podcast, Judd answers rapid-fire listener questions — covering strength training, longevity, muscle gain, recovery, injury prevention, and real-world fitness programming.

This episode dives into what actually matters for building a strong, capable body at any age, without chasing trends, gimmicks, or burnout.

Topics covered include:

•Why non-contact injuries are rising in football and field sports

•How “ectomorph” body types should eat and train to gain muscle

•What fitness goals should look like at 50, 60, and 70+

•Minimal effective dose strength training for long-term health & longevity

•Creatine dosing for performance and cognitive benefits

•Best foods and meal structures for muscle growth

•How to start sprinting safely after 50

•Training structure for youth athletes vs adults

•Managing training around herniated or bulging discs

•How to lift while playing sports like rugby or tennis

•Carb cycling, recovery tools, sauna routines, and real-world nutrition

•Judd’s favorite core exercises and movement principles

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