Paul Holbrook: Prioritizing Speed and Power for Aging Well
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Paul Holbrook is the founder of Age Performance training center in Salt Lake City, Utah. Paul shares his insights on the importance of speed and power training over traditional strength training for older adults, backed by his extensive experience and a master's degree in gerontology. He discusses muscle physiology, the benefits of speed training for balance, and why fast-twitch muscle fiber work is crucial for aging well. Paul also gives practical examples of exercises, such as elevator drops, to improve speed and balance. He highlights the detrimental effects of prolonged endurance work on aging and offers insights into more effective training methods for maintaining and improving physical function and human performance in older adults. Links for Paul: https://ageperformance.com/ Instagram Video excerpts from the interview: Elevator drops Type 1 & Type 2 muscle fibers Connect with Second Act Fit Pros Second Act Fit Pros Newsletter Instagram Facebook Email: [email protected] erineleu.com
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