Exercise: Powerful Medicine for Health and Aging

madman · Jul 29, 2025

Thread 'This Is Growing Old: How to Live Longer and Stronger with Dr. Stuart Phillips'

Jul 29, 2025

Starting around age 30, we all begin to lose muscle mass and strength. For some, this progresses into sarcopenia, a condition that can reduce independence, increase disability, and heighten risks of falls, hospitalizations, and other health complications.

Joining us to discuss how to prevent muscle loss with age is Dr. Stuart Phillips, muscle health expert and professor at McMaster University.

Key Takeaways on Muscle Health and Aging from Dr. Stuart Phillips

What is Sarcopenia?

Sarcopenia is the age-related loss of skeletal muscle mass and...

madman · Aug 7, 2025

Thread 'No.1 Protein Scientist: Are you eating enough?'

Aug 7, 2025

Are you eating enough protein? This is probably a question you’ve asked yourself. With “high protein” labels on almost every type of food product you can imagine, it’s easy to get confused.

In this episode, Prof. Stuart Phillips explains how protein can keep us healthy as we age. He also outlines when we should eat protein, how much protein we really need, and provides simple, practical advice to help you achieve it. Stuart is a professor in the Kinesiology Department at McMaster University. He’s the author of more than 400 scientific papers, many...

madman · Sep 24, 2025

Thread 'Strength Training & Protein After 50: How to Preserve Muscle, Boost Mobility, and Age Strong'

Sep 24, 2025

In this upcoming one-hour webinar with Dr. Stuart Phillips, Professor of Kinesiology and a leading researcher in the field, he will share how strength training and protein intake can help older adults maintain muscle, improve mobility, and support overall well-being.

This session will offer evidence-based advice and simple strategies to help you age actively and confidently. Whether you're new to this form of exercise or curious about how much protein you really need as you age, you don't want to miss this opportunity to hear from one of Canada’s most...