Understanding the Role of Estrogen in Musculoskeletal Health: A Guide for Patients
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Assessing the Frequency, Volume, and Intensity Demands of Resistance Exercise on Men Over 50 Years of Age to Increase Skeletal Muscle Mass: Is There an Ideal Resistance Training Frequency, Volume, and Intensity?
Evidence from Studies A meta-analysis by Schoenfeld et al. (2016) examined the effects of RT frequency on muscle hypertrophy and found that frequencies of training muscles twice a week were more effective in promoting muscle growth compared to once a week. This finding aligns with the concept that increased training frequency allows for more frequent
The Impact of Resistance Training on Grip Strength: A Path to Enhanced Life Expectancy and Quality of Life
The Impact of Resistance Training on Grip Strength Grip strength, a fundamental component of overall physical health, plays a crucial role in daily activities and has a significant impact on life expectancy and quality of life. Resistance training is a proven method to enhance grip strength, offering numerous benefits across different age groups, particularly in
Why is grip strength so important?
Why is grip strength so important? Grip strength measures the total or peak force generated whilst squeezing a dynamometer, which is a device that measures force in a grip squeeze. While it might seem like a minor aspect of fitness, it has been demonstrated in numerous studies to help indicate overall health and functionality. Here’s
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Does getting older mean getting weaker? pt 2
The research articles I have read talk about different factors with ageing, including the increase of sedentary behaviours. I ask this question when I teach in school: “Who knows a person over 50 that is fitter and stronger than a person in their 20’s or 30’s?” Almost everyone knows a person. So, if that is
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Do you get weaker as you get older?
To unpack all of this in one blog post is pretty tough, but I am going to give it a red-hot effort. Some of this is based on my experience coaching, some based on research, and some is based on what I like to refer as common sense, that comes from both research and experience.
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Dementia Awareness Month
Dementia is the second leading cause of death of Australians and is the leading cause of death among Australian females. Over the age of 65, Dementia affects almost 1 in 10 people, and over the age of 85, it affects 3 in 10 people. It is described as an array of symptoms caused by disorders
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Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus
Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus What is it and how can we work with you What is Type 1 Diabetes? Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM) is a chronic condition that affects insulin production in the body. Insulin is used in the body to help regulate blood sugar levels. Without insulin the body cannot metabolise glucose which
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How will you take your next step?
How will you take your next step? Hip Anatomy: The hip joint is classified as a ball and socket joint. As the name suggests, the joint is compromised of two bones [Femur and Pelvis] with one bone exhibiting a ball-shaped head [Femur] which fits snuggly into the cup shape of the pelvis. The hip joint
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Sports strength and conditioning as you get older
Sports strength and conditioning as you get older Most injuries that occur in mature athletes on the sporting field come as a result of performing a movement the body isn’t prepared for. Did you know that strength and conditioning isn’t only for kids and teenagers playing sport? You may be interested to know that the
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