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About Jerry Goodwin
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I can answer questions related to any of the following areas alternative medicine, fitness, physical education, weight training, senior health, bicycling, personal trainers, personal training, medical technology, health and wellness, eating disorders, weight loss, Naturopathy, first aid, and bodybuilding. In fact I was listed as an expert in each of these categories at askme.com until they closed down

Experience
I have worked in health and or fitness related capacities for over 30 years. My main profession is that of a Medical Technologist, but I also have training as a Corpsman with the US Navy, a Field Medic with the Army National Guard,and am certified as A Personal Trainer, Medical Exer-therapist and Aerobics Instructor through the National Academy for Health and Fitness. My wife and I have operated BMG Services Fitness and Nutrition in Moultrie Georgia since 1995. I also have an Associates Degree in Computer Robotics. I am an avid bicycle rider, mostly road riding with the occasional mountain trail or off road "experience". My wife and I usually do a charity ride at least once per year to help those less fortunate. Degrees & Certifications: Certifications include Clinical Laboratory Scientist CLS/NCA. Clinical Laboratory Technologist CLT/HHS Personal Trainer, Aerobics Instructor, and Medical Exer-therapist NAHF. Advance Weight Training through NAHF. Accepted as AFTA Associate Awards include the Ohio State Award of Merit and Ohio Special Services Ribbon, Army Commendation Medal and 2 Army Achievement Medals CPR re-Certifcation 2007 Web page: http://www.bmgfitness.com http;//www.healthandfitnessebookclub.com

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Weightlifting & Exercise - Physical Fitness

Expert: Jerry Goodwin - 10/31/2009

Question
I am a 150# 70 year old man in good health wanting to get back in shape. Have not exercised regularly since I left boot camp in the 60s. Need help on setting up a program of exercises what are your thoughts.
Neil USMC

Answer
Hi Neil,

So your 70 and you have not exercised regularly since your were about 20 something, is that correct?

If it is I would start a slow workout with light weighs and build that up. A great workout program is at www.bmgfitness.com/workout

That is a good workout for most anyone, and should work well for you as a good start. Start with low weights, and don't overdo it. I know men in their 70's that are running marathons, and a lady in her 70's that did the Hawaii Ironman last year.

The main thing is that while you want to stress the muscles you do not want to injure yourself so be very careful not to do any serious damage, as we age the body heals slower.

Hope this helps

Have a great day

Jerry

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