By Gabe Sanders PhD Research agrees that high intensity resistance training (> 80% of your maximum strength) two or more days per week (3 days being the most beneficial) is the ideal way to combat the negative effects of frailty and osteoporosis.
Burning calories, being physically active: A mind set, not a chore
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS According to the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), the term “physical activity” is defined as any movement that results in muscle contraction. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommends that older adults (55 years and older) engage in some type of physical activity for a minimum of 2.5 hours weekly.