Rebuilding Mum & Dad | My Parents Try to Get STRONG in their 80s | Episode 1

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Follow my parents' journey as they begin a strength training program in their 80s to combat muscle loss and improve their quality of life. In this first episode, we explore the challenges they face, their goals, and the first steps of their fitness adventure. Join us as we document their progress and discover the amazing benefits of strength training at any age. My 81-year-old mum struggles with severe muscle loss in her back, making it difficult for her to walk independently. Now together with my 80-year-old dad and coached by physical therapist Chris Reis, they are starting a weight training regimen to improve their strength, mobility, and overall health. Will they be able to overcome the challenges and achieve their healthy aging goals? Subscribe to follow their progress! #strengthjourney #inspiration WATCH UPDATES IN THIS SERIES HERE:    • Rebuilding Mum and Dad: My Parents' Streng...   Bluecrest health assessments are available in the UK here https://www.bluecrestwellness.com/ with 10% off using code JOHNSTONP10 EQUIPMENT PURCHASED FOR OUR HOME GYM We purchased our strength training equipment through Mirafit https://mirafit.co.uk/#a_aid=honest We bought the M100 Power Rack with Barbell and Weights Sets Additionally we bought a lighter weight 6ft Olympic bar at 7kg for my mum to train with along with a set of microweights in 0.25, 0.5 and 1kg We bought this adjustable weighted vest (0.5 - 20kg) from Amazon https://amzn.to/4admy9f I use affiliate links which means I earn a small commission on sales of any listed products. This helps fund my work but I will ALWAYS be HONEST about it. This video is not sponsored. Interview with Chris Reis, head coach ‪@startingstrength‬ Cincinnati    • 97-yr-old INCREASES bone density! Here’s h...   Honest Channel podcasts are created and hosted by me, Clare Johnston, a journalist on a mission to help you and I age well. Here's how you can support my work and access more content from me: 🤝 Join The Honest Channel and gain access to member posts and perks    / @thehonestchannel   ✅ Subscribe for more episodes    / thehonestchannel   📖 Keep up with my articles on skincare and healthy aging http://www.honest.scot 🚨 Receive my monthly newsletter https://mailchi.mp/honest/the-honest-... 🛍️ Shop my recommended skin and health products https://shopmy.us/TheHonestChannel 🎧 Listen to the podcast with YouTube Music    • The Honest Channel Podcast   Spotify https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh... Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast... MY SKINCARE ROUTINE https://shopmy.us/collections/243245 MY DISCOUNT CODES: https://shopmy.us/collections/408618 SUPPLEMENTS I TAKE: https://shopmy.us/collections/408665 JEWELRY WORN ON THE CHANNEL https://shopmy.us/collections/1135654 Connect with me on social media:   / honestclare     / clares_j     / honestclare   CHAPTERS 00:00 The challenge 02:09 Meet my parents 05:50 How well could they do? 13:31 First strength training session 18:34 Perfecting a squat 20:10 Mum’s turn 27:12 Staring with a weighted vest 29:36 Using microplates 30:42 Dad tries deadlifting 36:00 Correct breathing & safety 39:44 Health assessment results Disclaimer: This video and all content on this channel is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice and should not be treated as a substitute for medical advice