Strength training is essential for those over 40 to maintain active, healthy lifestyles. Strength training not only helps prevent injury, but also increases muscle mass and bone density. As we age, our muscles and bones naturally become weaker, making it more important than ever to strength train. 

By engaging in regular strength training exercises, individuals can improve balance and coordination, as well as reduce their risk of osteoporosis and falls. Not to mention, strength training is also great for improving moods and increasing energy levels. With age comes wisdom, and with that wisdom should come knowledge about the power of strength training in maintaining health, quality of life and longevity. 

Strength training can be seen as an investment into your future - and it’s one that pays off in the long run.  By starting or continuing a strength training program, individuals over 40 can look forward to healthier bodies, better physical function and improved overall well-being.

Check out Dr. Jared Erdmier of Chiropractic First of Rockford on Episode 70 of the HAPPY-HEALTHY-STRONG Podcast!

Adam sits down with Dr. Jared and discusses the recent 60 Minutes story, "Recognizing and treating obesity as a disease."

As you might guess, we agree with some parts and disagree with others. Many moving pieces to this article and we try to detail everything that is involved.

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Dr. Jared is originally from Freeport, IL. He went to Aquin High School followed by the University of Illinois followed by Palmer College of Chiropractic. He is certified in nutrition and spinal correction. He has been on the wellness team for Team USA Wrestling, Judo & Weightlifting as well as Belvidere High School Football.

Dr. Jared is married to his wife Tara and they have two boys named Paxton & Maddox and a little girl named Aria. They are very active as a family in both church and sporting activities.

Dr. Jared enjoys playing basketball, golfing, and spending lots of time with his family.

For more information visit:

https://Rockford.maxliving.com

https://imorockford.com

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*Available on Apple and Spotify podcast*

Coach Adam sits down with the founder of Urban MVMNT - Stu Brauer!

Stu built Urban MVMNT through years of seeing what is wrong with the fitness industry. So much of fitness over the past decade has been heavy, harder, and faster. Stu took the opposite approach to get better results!

At Urban MVMNT, they base all their training and programming around TEMPO training and perfecting form. Their tempo training requires members to pause and "slow-motion" many of their movements. Turns out racing training might not be the best way to get stronger and feel better!

Stu discusses all the pros of how SLOWING down your strength training can have huge dividends!

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*Available on Apple and Spotify podcast

Adam sits down with Katy Diemer and discusses her lifelong battle with scoliosis. 

Katy was diagnosed with scoliosis at eight years old, with doctors saying there was no cure and she would just have to deal with it. 

A curve of 38 degrees to currently down to 13 degrees of the spine with the help of some amazing myoskeletal therapy and appropriate strength training!

Hear how Katy has overcome her scoliosis and the journey she has had to get where she is today.

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Coach Adam and Coach Hannah (Director of Adult & First Responder Fitness) sit down and talk with Shane Mackie (Firefighter Captain) and Lukas Puckhaber (Firefighter/Paramedic) of Loves Park Fire Department.

Loves Park Fire Department has been partnered with Oak Strength since 2019. Shane and Lukas discuss training on their own vs. at Oak Strength, how the fitness program has changed over the years, the importance of fitness and wellness as a first responder, and how strong leaders can help raise the bar for everyone… and of course, their love for cardio!

The holidays can be hard to handle!

Adam sits down with Jackie Kirchner, RD of Jackie Kirchner Nutrition, and go over the tips and tricks to how to handle the holiday with confidence!!!

Plan, eat smart, move and exercise, don't sweat the small stuff, and enjoy your family and friends!

#merrychristmas #happynewyear

CHECK OUT Ally Ubiparipovic from 815 YOGA on Episode 065 on the HAPPY-HEALTHY-STRONG PODCAST!

At the center of 815Yoga is our founder, our heart and soul, Ally Ubiparipovic. Her mission is to inspire a wave of self-care so fierce, the whole world heals. With a background in Classical Hatha Yoga, Yoga Philosophy, Vinyasa and Power Yoga, Usui Reiki, and Esoteric Astrology, she is equipped with healing tools and resources to nurture your body, mind, and spirit.

After her first yoga teacher training in Costa Rica in 2016, Ally started 815Yoga out of her basement, clients’ homes, local parks, CrossFit gyms… anywhere she could lay down a yoga mat. Quickly she grew tired of her “mobile yoga studio” and decided it was time for a more suitable space. Ally brought 815Yoga to life when she was 23 years old and has since touched the hearts of more than 2,000 students through yoga. At 815Yoga she brings together ancient tradition and modern movement to provide challenging and FUN classes for an ever-growing community of like-minded individuals seeking personal growth and deeper human connection.

CHECK OUT ALLY AND 815 YOGA ON FB & IG @815yoga and https://815yoga.com/

#podcast #rockford #yoga #health #strength #welness

Kelly Starrett, DPT is a coach, physical therapist, author, and speaker. Along with his wife Juliet, Kelly is co-founder of The Ready State. The Ready State began as Mobility|WOD in 2008 and has gone on to revolutionize the field of performance therapy and self-care. Kelly received his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2007 from Samuel Merritt College in Oakland, California.

Kelly’s clients include professional athletes in the NFL, NBA, NHL, and MLB. He also works with Olympic gold-medalists, Tour de France cyclists, world-and national-record-holding Olympic lifting and power athletes, CrossFit Games medalists, ballet dancers, military personnel, and competitive age-division athletes.

Kelly is the author of the New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestsellers Becoming A Supple Leopard and Ready to Run. He is also co-author (with Juliet) of the Wall Street Journal bestseller Deskbound. His latest book, Waterman 2.0, offers water-sport athletes a comprehensive guide to optimized movement and pain-free performance.

Kelly and his work have been featured on 60 Minutes, The View, The Joe Rogan Experience, CBS Sports, Outside Magazine, Men's Health, Men's Journal and dozens of other podcasts, magazines, and books — including Tim Ferriss' The 4-Hour Body and Tools of Titans.

On top of co-founding The Ready State, Kelly and Juliet also started San Francisco CrossFit and StandUpKids together.

Founded in 2005, San Francisco CrossFit was the 21st CrossFit affiliate in the world. And StandUpKids is a non-profit dedicated to combating kids' sedentary lifestyles by bringing standing and moving desks to low-income public schools. To date, StandUpKids has converted 95,000 kids from sitting to standing. Earlier in their careers, Kelly and Juliet also co-founded a kayaking camp for children with HIV called Liquid.

In his athletic career, Kelly paddled whitewater slalom canoe on the US Canoe and Kayak Teams. He lead the Men’s Whitewater Rafting Team to two national titles and competed in two World Championships. In his free time, “KStar” likes to spend time with his wife, Juliet, and two daughters, Georgia and Caroline. He also loves to mountain bike, paddle, and sauna. And while Kelly claims to only “tolerate” the ice bath, according to Juliet he actually likes that, too.

Where to Find The Ready State & Kelly on Social:

Instagram - @thereadystate - https://www.instagram.com/thereadystate/?hl=en

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thereadystate/

Twitter - @thereadystate - https://twitter.com/thereadystate?lang=en

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnnB4zDBqZHhQ4uLTAX8eYA

Andrew Romeo has owned Romeo Athletics since 2009 and has helped hundreds of adults get strong, lose weight, and feel better!

Andrew believes that health and fitness need not be confusing and helps his members take simple, smart, effective steps to achieve their goals. 

More is not better. Better is better.

Learn more about Andrew at https://www.romeoathletics.fitness/

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OAK was born in 2012 and now 10 years later we have learned a lot from all the ups and downs and pandemics.