A refreshing take on what it means to be ‘physically active’. It’s actually way more simple than sweating bullets in lycra, and Dr Ed Laskowski emphasises the enjoyment to be found in movement far beyond the gym and cliquey exercise niches. Dr. Laskowski navigates the complexities of modern living, urging us to prioritise consistency and quality in our movement practices.
We discuss:
-the power of strength training (mitigating muscle loss and enhancing joint function, vital for preventing falls and maintaining independence as we age)
-the importance of foundational movement and proper technique,
-the kinetic chain of movement and the triad of fitness: heart health, strength, and flexibility, with the added dimension of stability.
As Dr. Laskowski aptly puts it, why wait for a health crisis to make positive changes? Embracing movement as a preventative 'pill' enables us to maintain our ability to engage in the activities we love, for longer. So what are we waiting for?
Dr. Laskowski, MD, is a highly acclaimed figure in his field, and it’s not hard to see why. Dr Laskowski’s relatable persona and ability to succinctly filter the science in a way that is digestible may indeed be why he served Presidents Bush and Obama after being appointed to the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports. Dr Laskowski has been named among Americas Top Physicians, has served as an Olympic Polyclinic physician, in addition to publishing several hundred papers on health and fitness. He is also a former co-director of Mayo Clinic Sports Medicine (you may recognise this site from when you google your symptoms online).
Find Dr Ed Laskowski:
MayoClinic.org - Strength Training Videos mentioned in this episode
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