{"id":264388,"date":"2026-01-29T22:50:10","date_gmt":"2026-01-29T22:50:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/264388\/"},"modified":"2026-01-29T22:50:10","modified_gmt":"2026-01-29T22:50:10","slug":"longevity-doctor-applauds-79-year-old-woman-lifting-heavy-weights-this-is-what-healthy-ageing-actually-looks-like","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/264388\/","title":{"rendered":"Longevity doctor applauds 79 year old woman lifting heavy weights: \u2018This is what healthy ageing actually looks like’"},"content":{"rendered":"

Staying fit and strong isn\u2019t just for the young, exercise and strength training benefit people at every age. Dr Carlos De La Hoz, a longevity<\/a>, pain, and regenerative medicine specialist, shared a video on his Instagram on January 29 of a 79-year-old woman lifting heavy dumbbells and doing a chest press. He highlighted how her strength, stamina, and dedication are a true example of what healthy ageing looks like. (Also read: 38 year old doctor lost 56 kg after years of stress eating; opens up about his weight loss journey and lifestyle changes<\/a> )<\/p>\n

\"DrDr De La Hoz advocates weight lifting for healthy ageing at any age. (Instagram\/@doctor.hoz)How lifting weights benefits older adults<\/p>\n

Commenting on her workout, Dr De La Hoz said, \u201cShe\u2019s 79 in a very fun, creative environment, lifting pretty good weight. I mean, this is what longevity is all about. It\u2019s great to see people at this age exercising, building muscle<\/a>, and maintaining that muscle structure.\u201d<\/p>\n

He emphasised the benefits of her routine: \u201cDoing free weights is even better. It improves coordination and stability, decreases fall risk, which is one of the major risks as we age, and promotes bone density while maintaining muscle mass. These are two of the most important things we need to focus on as we get older.\u201d<\/p>\n

Why should adults of all ages lift weights<\/p>\n

Dr De La Hoz added a motivating note for adults: \u201cShe\u2019s doing something great, and we all should lift weights as adults. There should be no reason why we\u2019re not lifting weights<\/a>. And my message to her is, if you ever need a spotter, I\u2019m here for you.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThis is what healthy ageing actually looks like. Maintaining muscle is not about aesthetics. It\u2019s about bone health, mobility, independence and quality of life long term,\u201d he concludes.<\/p>\n

Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.<\/p>\n

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