
#180: Do you have to lift heavy as you age? How to increase lean mass at any age
Episode Description
<p>Is heavy lifting the only way to stay strong, build lean mass, and improve body composition as we age? <br><br>Dr. Shannon, Dr. Jill, and Dr. Payton discuss what stimulus the body needs to develop lean mass and improve body composition at any age. <br><br>0:00: Introduction to heavy lifting<br>2:22: The musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause <br>6:10: Type I vs type II muscle fibers <br>10:43: Feeling the burn vs approaching muscle failure <br>14:45: Shortcomings of studies measuring strength and hypertrophy <br>20:18: Summary <br><br><a href="https://evlofitness.com/?utm_source=BUZZSPROUT&utm_medium=POD&utm_campaign=TRIAL_EP_180">14-day free Evlo trial</a><br><a href="https://instagram.com/dr.shannon.dpt?utm_source=Buzzsprout&utm_medium=Podcast&utm_campaign=IG_EP_121">Follow Dr. Shannon on Instagram</a><br><a href="https://instagram.com/fitbodyhappyjoints?igshid=MDM4ZDc5MmU=">Follow Fit Body, Happy Joints on Instagram</a></p>
Special Guests
- Dr. Payton
- Dr. Jill