Dr Tim Henwood and Associate Professor Justin Keogh

Stronger Through the Ages

Health EN ↓ 29 episodes

Stronger Through the Ages champions the life-changing benefits of exercise for older adults—especially the often-underestimated power of weight-bearing and resistance training. Hosted by Dr. Tim Henwood and Associate Professor Justin Keogh, two leading experts who walk the talk (and lift the weights), this series dives into the science, stories, and strategies behind helping older adults stay strong, independent, and thriving. With decades of experience—and just as many reps under the bar—Tim and Justin explore how progressive resistance training is not just safe, but essential, at every age.

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Dr Tim Henwood and Associate Professor Justin Keogh

Episodes

Living Longer and Living Better 01.07.2025 35:22

We’re heading straight for a national health crisis. Longer life expectancy comes with more chronic conditions and complex care needs—but in Australia this is not associated to an increase in younger workers, GPs, or hospital beds to support our ageing population. The result? More older adults ageing badly trapped in their homes, losing their independence and quality of life. The solution isn’t m...

Finding Your Balance 17.06.2025 37:38

For decades, falls among older adults have been a hot topic—attracting massive research funding and endless studies. Yet, the numbers remain unchanged. Every year, 30% of adults over 65 and 50% over 80 will fall. And if you fall once, your risk of falling again skyrockets. These are the 'PG' stats—because the real story is even more alarming. In this episode, we cut through the noise and d...

Maintaining Muscle Mass - Why It Matters 03.06.2025 34:59

Why muscle matters as we age Muscle is it the key to staying strong, independent, and resilient as you age. It supports balance, mobility, and everyday function—reducing the risk of falls, frailty, and even disease. In later life, building and maintaining muscle isn’t just about fitness—it’s abouteverything. Stronger Through the Ages is a podcast that champions the life-changing benefits of exerci...

The only way to push back on dwindle and decline in later life 20.05.2025 34:06

Stronger Through the Ages is a podcast that champions the life-changing benefits of exercise for older adults - especially the often-underestimated power of weight-bearing and resistance training. Hosted by Dr. Tim Henwood and Associate Professor Justin Keogh, two leading experts who walk the talk (and lift the weights), this series dives into the science, stories, and strategies behind helping ol...