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Lifting and Your Brain: What the Dementia-Risk Research Says
An older client is doing a goblet squat at EXL Fitness, with her coach beside her and other clients training in the background, as part of her strength training for brain health. ...more
Lifestyle ,exercise &Longevity
November 02, 2026•12 min read
Ski-Ready at 55: What to Train Before the Lifts Start Spinning
I looked for proof that preseason training prevents ski injuries, but I couldn't find it. Here's what I did find, plus a four-week plan. ...more
Lifestyle ,exercise
October 26, 2026•8 min read
What Actually Happens to Your Strength When You Take Time Off
A week off won't cost you your strength. Here's what the research says about time off, where the line is, and why you can still feel out of shape. ...more
Lifestyle ,exercise
October 05, 2026•13 min read
Why Getting Outside Is Part of the Program, Not a Break From It
Research suggests that about 120 minutes outdoors per week is the threshold for better health. Here's why time in nature is part of your training plan. ...more
Mindset ,Lifestyle &Mental Health
September 28, 2026•10 min read
The Real Reason Group Training Works (And It's Not the Workout)
A 2017 study found that solo exercisers who trained twice as long still lost to group exercisers on almost every measure. Here's what's going on. ...more
exercise ,Motivation
September 21, 2026•10 min read
Why Willpower Isn't the Problem: The Habit Systems That Actually Stick
Motivation runs out. Here's the research on why habits — not willpower — keep Utah Valley adults 40+ consistent, and the three-tier accountability system that gets you there. ...more
Mindset ,Goal Setting
September 14, 2026•9 min read
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