How long should you rest between sets when strength training if you are over 50?
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How Long Should You Rest Between Sets When Strength Training? | Ages 50+

How much rest should you take between sets when doing strength training after 50? It sounds like a simple question — but tends to be misunderstood by many older adults that perform strength training. Rest intervals are often discussed in extremes. On one end, you’ll hear that short rest periods are essential to “keep intensity…

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How Much Recovery Do Older Adults Need Between Workouts? A Scientific Take
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How Much Recovery Do Older Adults Need Between Workouts? A Scientific Take

Recently I posted a short video on YouTube and Instagram encouraging older adults to proactively schedule and integrate rest and/or recovery-based exercise sessions into their week or training program. This video titled “How Much Recovery Do Older Adults Need Between Workouts? A Scientific Take” explores some of the evidence to consider for older adults when…

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