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The Dr. Tyna Show

Why Strength Training is Non-Negotiable - Solo Episode

Dec 28, 2022
In this episode, the host discusses why strength training is essential for longevity and health, touching on topics such as frailty, muscle medicine, sarcopenia, mitochondrial dysfunction, and osteoporosis. She emphasizes the importance of building muscle for overall health, combatting age-related issues, and looking younger. The episode explores the concept of TOFI (thin on the outside, fat on the inside) and compares BMI to DEXA for assessing body composition.
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Quick takeaways

  • Strength training is essential for overall health and longevity, especially as we age.
  • Muscle mass plays a crucial role in preventing age-related conditions like sarcopenia and frailty.

Deep dives

Muscle as Medicine: The Foundation of Longevity and Health

Strength training is emphasized as a critical component for a long and healthy life, especially in the context of current challenges like the ongoing pandemic. Dr. Tina underscores the transformative power of strength training, highlighting personal experiences with improved overall well-being, endurance, and even mental health. The episode delves into the dearth of conversation around the medicinal benefits of strength training, positioning it not just for aesthetics but for essential health resilience in the face of a myriad of challenges.

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