A fitness and nutrition guru, Adam Lee is the owner of 28 Tenn Fitness, a workout gym in Hendersonville, TN. Adam trains and guides a multitude of people who want to lose weight, get stronger, eat better, or simply stay in shape. In this episode, Adam discusses the key exercises we should all perform regularly as we age—the crucial exercises that will help us continue to do all the things we love, as we get older.

His list of exercises we should prioritize:

Squats – example: Goblet Squat

Hip Hinges – example: Deadlift

Pushes – example: Dumbbell Bench Press

Pulls – example: Dumbbell Row

Carries – example: Farmer Carry

Lunges – example: Two Dumbbell Lateral Lunge

During our conversation, Adam explains why these exercises are important to do and how they benefit us. He explains progressive resistance, functional fitness, and more.

We mention the Younger Next Year book series, written by Chris Crowley and Henry S. Lodge, M.D.

Adam recommends the book, The Leader Who Had No Title: A Modern Fable on Real Success in Business and in Life by Robin Sharma.

For more information, please visit Adam’s website.

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