In this post we discuss why you sometimes feel stronger one day and weaker the next when you go to the gym. If you’ve been strength training (resistance training) for a period of time it’s likely you’ve experienced large differences in what you can achieve one day compared to the next. This can be disheartening, […]
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What Glastonbury can teach us about ageing
In this post we discuss what Glastonbury can teach us about ageing and the lessons we need to learn as a society. To its credit Glastonbury must be an unlikely source of inspiration for older adults. On Sunday I watched performances by Sir Elton John and Debbie Harry. Their combined age? 153. Love it. […]
Can desk work cause neck and back injuries?
In this post we discuss whether desk work can cause neck and back injuries and how to approach the issue if you’re suffering from pain. I recently read a post on LinkedIn that claimed desk workers were ‘destroying their bodies’ by, well, sitting at their desk. The post had illustrations of a skeleton sitting at […]
Why force control is more important than strength as you age
In this post we discuss why force control is more important than strength as you age and what you can do to improve it. You may be aware that regular resistance training can help reduce the negative effects the ageing process has on muscle mass and strength. Whilst this is true, researchers point to a […]
How to get stronger without getting injured if you’re over 60
In this post we discuss how to get stronger without getting injured if you’re over 60. Like most people your age you may have noticed a few changes to your body that you’d like to address. Perhaps everyday tasks are becoming more challenging than they used to be. Things like walking up stairs or carrying […]