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Ever feel like your body is letting you down as you get older? In this episode, I go deep with Will Harlow, a physiotherapist and author whose life passion is helping us rediscover our hidden potential for vitality as we age. His book “Thriving Beyond Fifty” and popular YouTube channel are the go-to source for anyone looking to flip the script on the aches and pains we thought were our destiny. We dive into practical strategies for staying active, the crucial role of strength training, and nutrition tips for optimal health. Will shares his “Nine at 90” concept, a brilliant framework for lifelong mobility. We also tackle the elephant in the room –– motivation! We share insights for overcoming low energy and building momentum, reminding us that small, consistent actions lead to big changes. Whether you’re in your “golden years” now or you’re not there yet, this episode is for you –– and your grateful body!
WE DISCUSS:
– [00:01:51] Will’s journey into physiotherapy for older adults
– [00:05:52] Discussion of the “Nine at 90” concept
– [00:09:33] Importance of functional fitness
– [00:12:40] Mindset and overcoming the idea that pain is inevitable with aging
– [00:15:31] Importance of strength training, especially for women
– [00:20:13] Nutrition for thriving over 50
– [00:26:00] Overcoming low energy and motivation to start exercising
– [00:31:30] Tips for combating the negative effects of prolonged sitting
Key Quotes From the Show
“Health isn’t necessarily the absence of disease. It is the presence of vitality.”
“People think you get old then you get stiff. It’s the other way around: you get stiff then you get old.”
“Motivation is not a consistent force. It comes and it goes. Sometimes it’s right on your shoulder saying, “come on!” but sometimes it’s not there. And at those times that’s when you need to bring in your willpower, your ability to just go “I don’t feel like it, but I’m just going to do it anyway.”
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