Strength training in midlife for beginners, with David Vaux

Are you scared of using weights in your workouts? Firefighter turned osteopath David Vaux joins Liz on this podcast to reveal how to get started with strength training in midlife to put a spring back into your step. David and Liz discuss why weight training should be a non-negotiable, top exercises to build strength and avoid frailty, plus why it's never too late to get stronger in midlife. The episode also covers slow twitch versus fast twitch fibres, the surprising consequence of not prioritising sleep in midlife, and how best to deal with pain. Links mentioned in the episode:Stronger: How to Build Strength by David VauxStronger Consulting websiteMinimal loading YouTube videoThe foundational 10 YouTube videoWhy strong bones save lives, with Kate MuirGrip Like a Gorilla bookWhat chronic illness taught me, with Lily EarleA Better Second Half by Liz EarleEmail us your questions at podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com  or leave a voicemail, text, WhatsApp message or WhatsApp voicenote our number – 07518 471846 for the chance to be featured on the show Please note, on some occasions, we earn revenue if you click the links and buy the products, but we never allow this to bias our coverage and always honestly review. For more information please read our Affiliate Policy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.