Strength moves for longevity? The idea is to discover weight training moves that allows us to be our strongest selves in the long-term. How can we maximize how we strength train so that it is 1) efficient and 2) adds to our quality of life long into the future? We are all busy people! So, understanding what moves serve us the MOST when it comes to why we strength train int he first place. For this question, I dubbed this “strength moves for longevity”.
What are strength moves for longevity?
These are fundamental movement patterns. Essentially, these movement patterns mimic the movements we make in every day life! When we become strong at these, our every day life (and training!) becomes BETTER, easier to navigate and we benefit metabolically, muscularly, cognitively, aerobically, mentally and more. This allows for a longer and more autonomous life!
What are these movements?
A great way to think of these moves is to remember the 7 fundamental movement patterns: squat, hip-hinge, lunge, push, pull, carry and twist. Some key moves for each of these are:
Squat: DB Squat, Sumo Squat, Barbell Squat
Hip-Hinge: RDL, Hip Thrust, Kettlebell Swing
Lunge: Split Squats, Reverse Lunges, Walking Lunge
Push: Push-ups, DB Benchpress, Shoulderpress
Pull: DB Rows, Cable Rows, Pull-ups
Carry: Farmer’s Carry
Twist: DB Russian Twists, Cable twist
