“One thing’s for certain in life …. we’re all getting older, Nothing, we can do about that.” says Grant ‘Bomber’ Barker. “What we can do is outsmart your age by regularly exercising your body, so it thinks it’s younger than it is.”
Spot on Bomber. dignityhealth.org says (For example.), “Losing muscle mass is an undeniable fact about ageing. According to Amanda Carlson, a registered dietitian and the director of performance nutrition and research at an Arizona training facility, adults can lose “five to seven pounds of muscle tissue each decade. Failing to regain muscle mass makes simple tasks — such as walking around the block, climbing stairs, or simply rising out of a chair more difficult. It also increases your risk of osteoporosis and falls, one of the most common injuries as humans age. Luckily, the loss of muscle mass is mostly reversible.”
“What they’re trying to say,” The Bomber helpfully suggests is, “Use it or lose it more quickly than you need to.”
Right again Bomber. According to they same source, “Numerous experts recommend resistance and weight training as the best ways to rebuild muscle. And in addition to building muscle mass, this type of exercise increases bone mass, which is another key to remaining mobile as you age. Start with an easier activity such as light dumbbells, or stretch band exercises, and then progressively add more weight and repetitions (reps).
“Exactly, couldn’t agree more.” says the Bomber.
The news you’ve been waiting to hear.
According to a Tufts University professor, an active 70-year-old is probably “younger” from the standpoint of muscle strength, body composition, balance, blood pressure, and cholesterol levels — than an inactive 40-year-old. If you feel like you should work on regaining muscle mass, talk to your physician. You may also want to work with a trainer at your fitness centre.”
“See,” says The Bomber, “Exercise may not be the fountain of youth but it’s the next best thing and it is available.”
The 10 most common surgeries if you’re 50+
. Pacemaker Implantation
. Colorectal Excision, (Bowel Cancer)
. Breast Excision (Breast Cancer)
. Hip Replacement Surgery:
. Knee Replacement Surgery:
. Radical Prostatectomy, (Prostate Cancer)
. Cholecystectomy, (Gall Bladder removal)
. Cataracts
Bomb Shelter Training Programs are tailored for pre op and/or post op situations.
The Bomber explains, “If you’re 50 plus you probably fit into one of these three groups.”
1.You’ve consulted with your physician and been advised that in the foreseeable future you are going to need surgery of some kind.
2. You’ve had surgery and are in the recovery stage which you naturally want to be as short and painless as possible.
3. You think you are invincible and will enjoy good health in perpetuity or at least until you die and never need an operation of any kind.
“All three can benefit from exercise training with me at the Bomb Shelter,” says The Bomber. “Recently one of my female clients, Jennifer, (Not her real name.), asked me to help her after surgery. Her main goal she said, was to be the best she can be physically and mentally and to feel awesome about herself. She’s 3 weeks post op and I’m working closely with her to make sure she’s getting the maximum benefits from training.”
“Another recent fan of the Bomb Shelter in his early sixties took up exercising because a little voice in his head kept nagging him to do so. After about two years of constant activity he required, without warning, surgery to remove a stage four tumor from his large intestine, (Along with his large intestine) quickly followed by a Cardiac Arrest. He made a full recovery from both and is now into his seventies. As he put it, “Inadvertently, exercise got me into good shape so I could survive as best as possible the operations I didn’t know at the time, I needed.”
Exercise as medicine? It’s not just my opinion says the Bomber.
To quote webmd.org regular exercise can help:
“High Blood Pressure. As you age, your blood vessels get less flexible, and that puts pressure on the system that carries blood through your body. That might explain why about two out of three adults over 60 have high blood pressure. But there are other causes you can control. To do so, watch your weight, exercise, if you smoke stop it, and find ways to deal with stress & eat healthy.”
“Osteoarthritis. At one time, doctors chalked up this disease of the joints to the wear and tear of age, and that is a factor. Genetics and lifestyle probably have something to do with it as well. Previous joint injuries, a lack of physical activity, diabetes, and being overweight can all play a part, too.”
“Osteoporosis causes your bones to become weak and could lead to fractures. A couple of things that can help are a healthy diet rich in calcium and vitamin D (you need both for strong bones) and regular weight-bearing ‘exercise.”
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease causes inflammation and blocks air from your lungs. It’s a slow-moving disease that you could have for years without knowing it, symptoms usually show up in your 40s or 50s. It can make you have trouble breathing, and you may cough, wheeze, and spit up mucus. Exercise, a healthy diet, and avoiding smoke and pollution can help.”
“Bladder Problems. Whether you can’t go when you need to or you have to go too often, problems with bladder control tend to happen as we get older. They can be caused by nerve problems, muscle weakness, thickening tissue, or an enlarged prostate. Exercises and lifestyle changes — drinking less caffeine or not lifting heavy things, for example, often help.”
“Depression is one of the most common mental disorders. Some people get down as they age, when health problems crop up, loved ones are lost or move away, and other life changes happen. NB: “webmd.org doesn’t specifically mention exercise as a means of combatting depression but I can tell you from personal experience that one of the best ways to get un-depressed is exercise. It’s never been truer that a healthy body helps create a healthy mind.”
“Back Pain. The older you get, the more common this is. Lots of things can make you more likely to have it: being overweight, smoking, not getting enough exercise, or diseases like arthritis and cancer. Watch your weight, exercise, and get plenty of vitamin D and calcium to keep your bones strong. And strengthen those back muscles — you’ll need them.”
A bit about the Bomb Shelter Gymnasium
“We’re not a big shiny, noisy gymnasium. We’re a small, purpose built business, located in the Shire not far from Cronulla. We specialise in personal, personalised training programs that you can feel comfortable with. That’s not to say we don’t work hard … we do, and we push limits. But in a controlled, sensible and mutually agreed kind of way. Most importantly, there’s no bullshit. And as a bi-product of exercising with me you make a whole new circle of friends and have the opportunity to talk about how fit you are rather than your latest ailment or doctors appointment.
Call Me:
Your first training session is free.
Call or Text Me Direct on 0416 008 350
Email me bomberbarkercoaching@gmail.com
