AboutJoe Gunn Expertise Anything related to strength training, long distance running, speed development for all sports, and weight loss issues.
Experience Over 30 years as a personal trainer of athletes as well as average individuals.
Organizations Certified strength and Conditioning Specialist with the the National Strength and Conditiong Association. Certified Club coach with the United States Weightlifting Association. Certifed Level II long distance coach with the USA Track & Field.
Education/Credentials M.S with majors in exercise science and psychology
Expert: Joe Gunn Date: 7/29/2007 Subject: Strength Training over 50
Question Joe Gunn I have recently wanted to get back to working out simply because I have noticed my weight mass has declined and I still have definition physically. Well, may I explain my background, I was a floor installer for 35 years and continue on a part time basis but I have strayed away from most of the lifting involved seems the younger guys want to compete for that. I have lifted, balanced and moved weights up 1200 pounds at least 5 to 6 times in 8 hour period and unloaded and loaded tractor trailers with my work. Does this mean I will have to continue with the same garrison of work or is there a alternative method like for triathletes?
Answer Hi Jerry, sounds like you worked hard for many years. No you do not have to continue same regimen. We all start to lose muscle mass with age and the only way to slow the process is with strength training. I suggest you do weight training working all muscle groups 3 days a week. A routine like: bench press, leg press, arm curls, tricep extensions, shoulder shrugs, calf raises, bent knee setups or crunches with 3 sets of 10 reps with 2 minutes rest for each exercise except the abdominal exercises (do 2-3 sets of 15-20) will get you started. You should also do some type of aerobic exercise 5-6 days a week working up to about 30 minutes. Be sure to check with your doctor before starting any exercise program...Joe
