Exercising with a shoulder injury. Do's and dont's. And what to keep an eye out for

Exercising with a shoulder injury. Do's and dont's. And what to keep an eye out for

Author: Alex and Gavyn April 2, 2024 Duration: 11:54
Send us Fan Mail Today I use my 20 years physiotherapy experience to shed some light on the subject of exercising with a shoulder injury. You see, shoulder injuries become increasingly more common after the age of 40. However, not all shoulder injuries are the same... you may have a rotator cuff problem, frozen shoulder, arthritis... the list goes on. So is it safe to carry on exercising with a shoulder injury? And if you carry on what's the best way to adjust your exercise routine to minimis...

Hosted by Alex and Gavyn, Growing Younger-Health & Fitness Podcast for Over 40's is a straight-talking resource for anyone who feels their body isn't quite playing the game it used to. This isn't about chasing fads or unrealistic ideals; it's grounded, practical conversation focused on what actually works for people in their forties, fifties, and beyond. Each episode tackles the real questions that come with maintaining your health and fitness as the years stack up. You'll hear honest discussions about managing weight effectively after forty, steering clear of extreme diets and instead finding sustainable habits that stick. The hosts delve into the science of preserving and building muscle strength, which is key to keeping your metabolism active and your body resilient. Energy levels and stamina are frequent topics, with actionable advice aimed at helping you feel more vibrant and keep pace with family life. A particularly valuable thread running through this podcast is the focus on adapting exercise around existing niggles or injuries, proving that getting fitter isn't about pushing through pain but working smarter. Tune in for a blend of experience, research, and relatable humour that makes the journey feel a lot more achievable.
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9 ways to prevent injury when exercising after the age of 40 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:12
Send us Fan Mail Today I use my experience in physiotherapy to reflect on what the best strategies are to minimise the risk of sustaining an injury while doing physical training after 40. Let's face it - if you are activ…
Some striking life expectancy and health stats from New Zealand [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:14
Send us Fan Mail Today we are going to look at some interesting numbers. What is the current life expectancy in New Zealand and how do we compare to the rest of the world? But perhaps even more importantly we look into t…
Can you really overtrain after the age of 40? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:22
Send us Fan Mail Can you really overtrain or over-exercise after the age of 40? Today we explore the subject of doing too much or too soon or both. How common is overtraining after 40 and what are you chances of sufferin…
Robyn Livingston interview - a journey of achievement [Ep.34] [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:22
Send us Fan Mail In this episode I interview Robyn, a Growing Younger member for over 18 months. She will share her story... her achievements so far, obstacles that she had to overcome on her fitness journey and what hel…
5 factors to take into account when exercising after 40 [Ep.33] [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:28
Send us Fan Mail There is no secret our bodies change as we age… Physical activities that used to be a “piece of cake” may now seem to be more of a challenge. But there are plenty of less obvious changes that you may not…