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The Fitness Skills That Matter as We Age
In this episode, I examine what recent research suggests about physical activity and healthy aging. I discuss prolonged sitting, walking speed, bone-loading exercise, balance and agility, lower-body strength, cardiorespiratory fitness, and ways to add more varied movement safely. I also explain why walking is valuable but may not provide every fitness stimulus we need as we grow older.
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About the Host:
Dr. McShane is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology as well as reproductive endocrinology and infertility. She earned her medical degree from Tufts University School of…
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