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Wilderness Fitness Podcast with Dr. Rob Minturn PT, CSCS · Dr. Rob Minturn PT, CSCS

Ep 51: Preserving Muscle Mass As You Age

·11 min·1 clip
Dr. Mintern explains that muscle directly dictates your metabolism, calling fat 'dead weight' and debunking the myth that weight loss after 40 is impossible.
Dr. Rob Mintern, a physical therapist, delivers a science-backed guide on combating age-related muscle loss. He breaks down the three key factors—hormonal changes after 30, precise protein and carbohydrate intake, and the necessity of heavy weightlifting—explaining how they preserve muscle mass, boost metabolism, and maintain functional independence into older age.
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