EP. 164: Fitness In Menopause | Debra Atkinson

On this episode of the Dr. Tyna Show, I’m thrilled to chat with my friend Debra Atkinson, a fitness expert dedicated to helping women over 50 navigate their fitness journey during menopause. We dive into why strength training is crucial as we age, discussing everything from Debra’s personal fitness evolution to practical tips for starting and sticking with a lifting routine. We also explore how strength training impacts injury prevention, mobility, and overall longevity. Tune in for a fun and insightful conversation packed with actionable advice to enhance your fitness and well-being!

On This Episode We Cover:

01:42 - Debra’s backstory

05:51 - Tips for starting your lifting journey

09:55 - Motivation for strength training

14:14 - Strength is more important than muscle size

15:31 - Injury prevention & healthy skeletal muscle

18:50 - Goal setting for training

21:58 - Aging with your partner

24:32 - Chores to train for

29:05 - Painful aging

31:15 - Mobility and resistance training

34:11 - Staying fit for your family & setting an example

39:17 - Actionable steps to start moving towards longevity

42:58 - Building power

45:51 - Dancing as a workout

48:50 - VO2 Max and zone training

55:16 - HIIT workouts

01:01:10 - Weighted Vests

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