4 POWERFUL Myths About STRENGTH TRAINING For SENIORS: Bellingham Physical Therapy

As a physical therapist who works with many clients over the age of 65, I've seen firsthand the incredible benefits of strength training for seniors. But unfortunately, there are still many myths and misconceptions that prevent older adults from reaping the rewards of strength training.

In this video, we'll be discussing the four main myths surrounding strength training and older adults that need to be debunked. We'll use research and evidence-based information to set the record straight and show you why strength training is so important for seniors.

So, if you're a senior who's been hesitant to try strength training, or if you know a senior who could benefit from it, this video is for you. Let's bust those myths and show you how strength training can improve your overall health and well-being, and help you age with grace and vitality.

Get ready to be motivated and empowered to take control of your physical health and well-being with the power of strength training. Let's get started!

[sivadavarg]

Excellent! I’m 71 & excited to follow you & will consider a consult! Thank you!

[pamelawijnberg]

Thank you Ed. Your channel is so helpful!!! This info is very useful
❤❤❤❤

[carolsopinski]

Great video Ed! Thanks for the morning boost! You got me out of the chair right and early🎉

[cathythielen]

One of the other critical components of strength/weight training for seniors, especially those of us with osteoporosis/osteopenia, is that that the weight acts as a load on the bone & actually helps increase the bone density. Marie Fiatrone-Singh has been an early pioneer in the study of gerentology & weight training for seniors as a means of mitigating osteoporosis.

[slomo]

Great information about strength training. I am in so much pain, it is hard for me to get off the couch. I will try and force myself to get out into the garden or on my treadmill, or on my recumbent bike to get moving. I do have 2 lbs weights, which I use when on my recumbent bike. Glad you're back - I love your common sense approach. I eat my six prunes daily.

[katykusk]

Omg I love the room, can I ask the color of paint on walls? And yes I love the content as well!

[kathryn]

Hey Ed! 68 y.o female, strength train to be able to keep lifting my 85 lb. disabled daughter, BUT, what about my stomach pooch! Any videos to help that? Nothing seems to help. Is that a myth, older women can’t have a flat stomach? Thanks!

[dwightjones]

What do you suggest for someone with a hand injury? That seems to eliminate a lot of upper body exercises.

[ruthkult]

How do i determine if a given physio is qualified to work with seniors specifically?

[dinamariea]

Thanks for this video. Something I started doing on my 40 minute walks with a weighted vest at my local park is stopping at 3 benches spread out in an even distance at the park and doing 8 push ups, 8 reverse push ups, stomach crunches, and step ups using the back, front and seat of the bench. I feel like it boosts my walk. With the weighted vest on it brings the work out up a notch. Is there anything else I can add to the bench stationary workouts on my walk? I also do weights twice a week as well as biking and hiking. What is better for bones, dumbbells, kettlebells or the weight machines at the gym? Thanks again.

[daisukegori]

How about this from women." I don't wanna look too buff." No need to worry, you need a very extreme routine and dedicated diet to look like Gina Carano women. Start lifting.