The Midlife Muscle Crisis: why we've gotten obesity all wrong | Gabrielle Lyon | TEDxWestMonroe

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Dr. Gabrielle Lyon discusses how society continues to perpetuate the narrative that we have a chronic obesity epidemic, but what we are truly witnessing is an undervalued “midlife muscle crisis.” Muscle makes up the largest endocrine organ in the human body. It’s our personal body armor, metabolic defense system and arguably our greatest medicine, yet we deny its superpowers. This shifts the paradigm to focus on how muscle-centric medicine and protein synthesis restores metabolism, balances hormones, optimizes body composition and increases human longevity and survivability beyond traditional fat loss that’s failing us. Obesity is a muscle problem, not fat. Dr. Gabrielle Lyon is board certified in Family Medicine and completed a clinical fellowship in Geriatrics and Nutritional Sciences at Washington University. She completed her undergraduate training in Nutritional Sciences: Vitamin & Mineral Metabolism at the University of Illinois. Dr. Lyon is a subject matter expert in applying protein types and levels to health, performance, aging, and disease prevention. She receives mentorship from Dr. Donald Layman, Ph.D., to help bring protein metabolism and nutrition from the bench to the bedside. Her clinical practice services leaders, innovators, and executives in their prospective fields and works closely with the Special Operations Military. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

[@rickpreisinger1887]

Dr. Lyon is spot on. I'm a 61 year old athlete capable of back squatting 400 pound and dead lifting 425 pounds. I can also run ultra marathons and Spartan races. I am on a high protein diet. Here's the thing I keep tripping over, I see people out there my own age and I refer to them as older people and then reality hits, that those people are often the same age as I am. I think a high protein diet and resistance training is important, but I would also like to add that mindset matters just as much. The aging population is told to slow down, take it easy and a lot of other nonsense people come up with about age. Don't buy into it, it's fatal to longevity. I keep finding KZbin videos of people in their 70s and 80s being fitter than myself and that inspires me to get even more fit. Not that I'm not fit at the moment, I can crush 20 year old's in workouts. I am more fit now than I was in my 20s and I don't think I am close to having reached my peak yet. The best is yet to come.

[@stepside2839]

Attitude and proper nutrition to support that Attitude... you have it👍

[@stuart730]

You're right. It's a mindset to get out and keep doing things. The body is smart ... use or lose it. Sure as you get older you won't have the exactly the same body as your 20yr old self, but I believe in body age not your actual age.

[@DimitriTheBarbarian]

HUGELY impressive that you can both lift heavy AND run marathons. Majority of older fitness crowd are either long distance cycles or marathoners and they look old and exhausted lol. Or it’s the heavy lifters who absolutely refuse to run or do any cardio.

[@bellliberty4500]

That's amazing! I'm a fit 35 year old, and look forward to the long road ahead

[@grumpyoldman6503]

@@DimitriTheBarbarian the mind is willing but the joints are weak my friend. i appreciate the OPs mindset, but they *might* have a skewed perspective on normal or what is possible. spoilers- none of us get out of life alive.

[@glenchisman6650]

Ive been lifting since 50 im 60 now, not in great shape, but im STRONG.

[@jimbo6993]

I was at a cardiologist’s office today. Every male patient I saw there had a big belly and skinny arms. It’s an epidemic among middle aged and older men. This video is spot on.

[@bradpitt5595]

Dude this is spot on

[@bradnadeau6553]

I have put on a ton of muscle over the past 4 years but I still have to eat under 2000 calories to lose any weight which than makes it impossible to put on more muscle. Frustrating. I eat one bad meal a week and it cancels out everything.

[@falcorzed]

They drink beers non stop probably too

[@didiermontagnier6114]

I have 16.5 inch biceps and a big belly. you can have a lot of muscles and a big belly at the same time

[@yaasikasa17]

@@didiermontagnier6114 16.5 - 7.5 fat= 9 inch arm. Let's not measure the non dominant arm.

[@ElenaBrower]

Dr. Gabrielle has been my personal MD for 5+ years. Her work is precise, proven and efficient. With her focus on muscle health and sustenance, dietary protein and ensuring regular bloodwork, she's empowered me to transform my body; I'm in better shape now than i was in my thirties. Under her care, I sailed through menopause and came through that transition healthier than I've ever been. Wonderful to see her voice, study, practice and wisdom here.

[@backfru]

Really? What are you wearing at the moment?

[@denisemouton]

Congratulations!

[@capimages]

Awesome! 👏

[@Ghst-qo1ic]

That's incredible ❤🎉

[@yahuahsgirl]

She is absolutely beautiful, and SO right! I'm losing my last grandparent to dementia because I could NOT get her to exercise. That was her choice, but now she is dying, in a slow fade.

[@idimarus3278]

This is a RELIEF. I have been focusing on quality protein and resistance based exercises for years now, glad to know I'm doing the right things!!

[@cherlgolja5402]

I’m 71 exercised my whole life ( started at 27) I’ve been lifting weights 🏋️‍♀️, Pilates , yoga and Catriking , I exercise everyday eat well ! It paid off people can’t believe I’m 71 ! Our bodies are the temple of the holy spirt! Take care of what Gods giving you!

[@tristan-bailey]

Oh wow that is amazing! Very good to hear it's paying off for you.

[@suzyqsuzy]

That's pretty incredible!

[@marccano5061]

Good for you my friend! Im 65,,, and I'm actually probably under weight. I've been working out since I was in my teens, high School track, contact sports, yoga, you name it. I've had some good genes, but also a lot of hard work, and I intend to keep it up until I drop. It's your quality of life that counts.

[@lonniekennedy6130]

Same for me at 68 with 50 years of weight lifting an NOT listening to medical fads as they passed through. Great job!

[@marccano5061]

@@lonniekennedy6130 thank you

[@PabloVelez]

-Resistance exercise 3/w -high quality protein -increase protein threshold in the first and last meal of the day

[@alphabeta8403]

3:30 Muscle is the organ of longevity 5:00 Overeating and underexercising 6:00 Resistance exercise and dietary protein 7:00 High quality protein intake 8:30 3 strategies

[@Cyber-Toast]

As someone who has struggled with weight literally my entire life, this talk has really spun me out. I've been through so many different strategies with my doctor over the years and never once has he said "Oh, how about lifting weights?" I feel like I'm about to go down a huge rabbit hole with this new info lol

[@garymacdonald5370]

I wish I had known about the importance of resistance exercise and building muscle earlier in life. My son started weight training and got me into it too. I wasn't trying to lose weight, just didn't want to be one of those frail old men. I lost weight almost as a side effect without it even being my focus so I agree with what Gabrielle is saying here and that it's time to shift that way of thinking

[@maevequinn]

Me too, I'm only starting to catch on now.

[@zelmacastricone1228]

You're a role model for embracing change.

[@JawaharMalhotra46]

Strength training: a game-changer for aging gracefully. 😁

[@dante-cruz]

It's not too late!

[@dante-cruz]

heckyeah!@@tanapenovich8181

[@iamthetroublefinder]

Betsy's story underlines the importance of her message particularly well. Let's spread the word and prioritize our muscle health for a stronger future.

[@ritaallerding6802]

I couldn't agree more. I started lifting weights at age 22 abd have been consistent over 42 years...three x week. Incorporated cardio with elliptical and or swimming..im 68 with 41% muscle mass. I am addicted to this and have endless energy...

[@nichmon3221]

After 20 years of being lazy, I just started to go back to lifing. After only three times of doing it, I feel soooo much better. I was worried if I would be able to stick with it, but as you said, I think I'm addicted now too. It's a very good physical feeling. I'm 47 and am reminded about how great feeling 17 years old was. I had just accepted the fact that I was getting old and hurting was a fact of it. I'm so glad that isn't true.

[@Ryan-wx1bi]

41% muscle?? What are you 300lbs?

[@ExpeditionAustralia]

Awesome Gabrielle 👏 The fact that this is flagged as 'outside the content guidelines' adds weight to your argument. This should be mainstream, not controversial.

[@jchiar]

What’s with the flagged content? Seriously

[@SleepyPaul]

@@jchiar Goes against WEF goals.

[@jchiar]

@@SleepyPaul what’s a WEF goal?

[@scottg5588]

@@jchiar Look up World Economic Forum

[@jchiar]

​@@scottg5588 Ah that group. I dont follow them , nor do I care for their opinion. For someone to say eat what can be grown in a lab is crazy. Im a farm to table guy.

[@gavinstyles]

Resistance exercise, more high-quality protein, and sharing this knowledge with others-count me in! Let's join the fight for muscle health 💪💪

[@be-present-now]

I am so grateful to have come across her talk today!!! Next level!!

[@theonlyway977]

Muscle is the key :D

[@riciphariss107]

Muscle health matters, and I'm on board for making a positive change!

[@yaboimike940]

I'm on board for making muscle health a top concern!

[@Benjamin-yh9mr]

I'mLet's prioritize our muscles and inspire others to do the same.!👍

[@Yoshin3000]

It’s hard to fathom for me that this is such an unknown and new thing. I’m 56 years old and grew up around Olympic Weightlifting. Hard training and decent protein intake was a constant consideration at our family’s dinner table. I did different sports over my lifetime, but my father constantly competed in Weightlifting, he is 78 now and still competing. This message needs to get out there! But I fear, was with smoking, most people with rationally know but won’t emotionally be able to make the switch.

[@johns3106]

Don’t eat too much, eat the right things, move around A LOT, and pick up heavy things and move them to a different spot…it’s not a secret, people just don’t want to do it!

[@AngelInfinity]

Probably because there are so view examples to find inspiration from these days. It's actually so easy.

[@thomashurbert]

@@AngelInfinity depends on where you look

[@joeychen3946]

My weight was creeping up in my 30s and I was struggling to shed the weight I gained (which had made me slightly obese) until I started resistance training, watching my protein intake and eating mostly non-processed foods. I wholeheartedly agree with everything Dr Lyon says.

[@calebdonnar]

I think the non-processed foods part of this sentence is really important!

[@charliebrownabel]

@@calebdonnar Definitely, it's wild how much your body changes when you start eating whole foods

[@dr.joezundell]

This is phenomenal. While it is important to understand the metabolism of adipose tissue in obese patients it is also important to understand how the contributions of building muscle can counteract metabolic contributions of excess visceral adiposity. This is well supported by the literature on pubmed and falls within content guidelines. This video doesn’t deserve to be flagged but praised as an appropriate way to combat obesity.

[@arifmetal]

The flag makes me think TED is trying to discourage direct medical advice in talks, not disagreeing with this specific message.

[@markislivingdeliberately]

When fitness coaches understand the body more than doctors because they work closely with clients rather than once a year meet and prescribe…

[@annekincannon-kf3hx]

It’s weird how inactive people see ANY activity they do as them not being a sedentary person. Walking 5 minutes doesn’t make you an active person. Moving and being off the couch 8 hours a day does.

[@trevorregay9283]

true, but the only thing I don't like about it is promoting eating dead animals when there are plenty of sources of quality protein from whole based plant foods.........and are higher quality than dead animal meat you could eat it........that would be the flag to me....people should be eating beans and mushrooms and kale..........and oats.......horses are massive muscular specimen and don't need to eat dead animals to maintain their protein intake........as well as rhinos and elephants and hippos........massive creatures with massive muscular structure and they eat no dead animals or live ones........

[@seanfrank4158]

@@trevorregay9283 There is no plant in the world that is more nutritious than meat. Humans are designed to eat meat. You can deny it all you want but comparing human physiology to an Elephant or a Rhino is simply silly.

[@theonlyway977]

So simple and makes SO MUCH sense! Thank you Dr. Lyon!!!!

[@cameronriley757]

The dedication to raising awareness about the importance of muscle health is genuinely inspiring.

[@petermitchell3475]

Gabrielle's talk has blown me away with its fresh perspective on health and longevity. Her dedication to shifting our focus from obesity to muscle health is commendable. Let's join Gabrielle's movement for a healthier future.

[@zendayamala]

That's Dr Gabrielle. Put some respect on her name boy

[@tonelocrian]

Dr. Gabrielle Lyon is one of my go-to health experts & she walks her talk.

[@AngelInfinity]

Thank YOU Dr. Lyon! This knowledge is not something that has been brought to us in an easy to digest way previously. You're the best

[@mrtimmelton]

Amen sister! Thank you!

[@shirleyfgfgh7082]

Much needed ted talk for me. I’m sure the amount of weight I gained during the pandemic is not only the poor diet I had, but also the loss of muscle resulting from a remote desk job+sedentary down time activity after work. Thank you Gabrielle!

[@alexpetrov8871]

Until you change your eating habits (restrict amount and content of food) no amount of exercise will help you loose weight in a long run. Remember this advice, it can save you years.

[@shirleyfgfgh7082]

@@alexpetrov8871 yes, I am already aware of that :)

[@maddoxreynolds]

completely reshaped my outlook on health and aging. The passion for advocating muscle-centric medicine is contagious. Betsy's story hit close to home, emphasizing the significance of healthy muscles in overall well-being. The strategies offered are both sensible and motivating - I'm ready to incorporate resistance exercise and increase my protein intake. Let's embark on this journey together for a stronger future.

[@simewood2040]

Thank you, Gabrielle 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@raquel-mercedes]

This talk is a much-needed wake-up call. The midlife muscle crisis highlighted here sheds light on a vital aspect of our health.

[@brianfeeley6140]

I remember looking at data 15 yrs ago that clearly showed a strong positive correlation between muscle mass and longevity! Cheers!

[@alphacause]

Thank you, Dr. Lyon, for being a tireless advocate for looking at our health crisis from a different perspective. Instead of simply focusing on obesity, focusing on ones proportional strength, and how that relates to long term quality of life and functionality maybe the thing that must be tackled. As someone who is seeing the ravages of sarcopenia in my mother, I can testify that very few things can diminish ones quality of life more than decreased strength, instability, and impaired mobility.

[@gregburnett4444]

Thank you for addressing this publicly.

[@steakbeard]

Important message. Spread the word.

[@khloetaylor1674]

The dedication to raising awareness about the importance of muscle health is genuinely inspiring. Betsy's story is a heart-wrenching example of the consequences of neglecting our muscles. I'm committed to embracing resistance exercise and high-quality protein, eager to share this knowledge with others. Let's join the movement for a healthier and stronger future.

[@charliebrownabel]

It's not just that she neglected her muscles though, I think the yo-yoing of her weight wouldn't have helped things either

[@Olivia-of6wb]

I can’t begin to describe how Dr. Lyon’s ability to break down the importance of muscle has shifted my perspective. I’m finally lifting weights thanks to her and it changed my life. I love her paradigm.

[@evanesterneg]

Gabrielle, you're doing amazing work, giving such practical and easy to do things to ensure a baseline! You're fantastic!

[@be-present-now]

She is clearly heaven sent!

[@EsseQuamVideriSe7en]

I've been working out 37 years and I endorse this message!

[@bobe3250]

I was a wrestler in high school and college. I learned to make ridiculous weight losses week after week. Today I no longer have to maintain those weight goals but still keep a fit body. Today, the most important thing to maintaining weight and/or weight loss if I need to is being in shape. Find any exercises you like but do something everyday to get and then stay in shape. You’ll find your that your mind will gravitate to healthier foods. You’ll also find if you eat too much you can burn it off through exercise. If you don’t want to exercise as hard you’ll find that you won’t eat as much.

[@miatharlow]

I've seen so many people focus on weight loss without considering muscle health and it seems like such a harder journey than those who build muscle.

[@The-Tap]

I appreciate the strategies provided - resistance exercise, high-quality protein, and adjusting protein intake at specific meals. Simple and practical steps to focus on muscle health.

[@dannyturkin6229]

Our ancestors knew the value of physical labor. Glad to see a return to appreciating the importance of muscle for health.

[@happybarker]

This is something that really needs to be addressed IMO. I think Betsy's experience absolutely speaks to what happens when we don't prioritize muscle health and the way Gabrielle breaks it all down here makes a lot of sense and offers simple, practical advice. Thank you!

[@user-lh5cb7fh2c]

This is a Game Changer in the way we think about our health!!

[@talicarson]

Her vision for a future where individuals advocate for their own health resonates deeply. I'd love to see a cultural shift towards managing our own well-being.

[@mjreddell]

Bravo Dr. Lyon!!!

[@rachaelalbanese1851]

Wow! Such a life changing talk for those who will listen Dr Lyon! 👏 I’m a 49yo woman who really started amping up my weight training and protein centric diet for this past year consistently- and o feel amazing! My body comp is better now than when I was in my 20s. My sleep is solid and my zest for life and all things active is through the roof. I will most definitely share this talk with everyone I can think of. Can’t wait to read your book! Forever Strong baby! 💪🔥

[@Mu_the_Maori]

Wow I'm 49 and u sure don't look 49 more like 35, 38..

[@nelacostabianco]

Well said Gabrielle kudos to you! Most ppl don't know that muscle is the most metabolically active tissue in the human body and the more lean muscle mass you have as you age the better your metabolic health and longevity!💪

[@levshalazar]

What a shift in the conversation, considering how muscle health plays a role in overall well-being, not just physical health or aesthetics

[@janetshrieves3913]

Thank you for giving people hope.

[@awhite8247]

Dr Lyon is totally spot on. I’m a 48 yr old perimenopausal woman. I strength train 5 x weekly and count calories and macros, to make sure my body is getting the energy and elements it needs to function efficiently. At least 150g of protein per day over 6-7 meals/snacks. I strength trained between the ages of 15-25 but never incorporated the nutrition. I’m leaner and more toned now at 48 than I ever was back then. When asked, I tell others about the benefits of both strength training and nutrition. Unfortunately, I find, that as soon as any form of exercise Is mentioned, the majority switch off and don’t want to know. The old saying “you can bring a horse to water” does spring to mind.

[@carolynwilson7736]

How to do manage to eat that much protein? I’m struggling to eat an adequate amount each day. I track macros and weight train also.

[@awhite8247]

@@carolynwilson7736 I incorporate protein into all my meals and snacks. I eat plenty of chicken, fish, eggs, I also eat carbs high in protein, such as Quinoa, and chia seeds, almonds etc, and use protein powder in coffees, breakfast (quinoa portobello, quinoa crumpets). I make protein chocolate mousse using chocolate protein powder, cacao and Greek yogurt. Look at Melissa Neil’s channel on KZbin. That’s where I learned how to do this. She helps menopausal woman lose weight and get in the best shape of their lives. Hope this helps.

[@GW-gz8jh]

@@carolynwilson7736I incorporate protein shakes into several foods to keep mine up

[@kgalvin7503]

Zero-carb protein powder can be really helpful. If you get an unflavored variety you can add it to almost any food (and is especially good for adding to oatmeal, porridge, shakes, smoothies, etc etc.) Isopure makes a great product.

[@awhite8247]

@@kgalvin7503 thanks for that. I do use the Musashi 100% whey vanilla protein powder in my quinoa porridge and various other meals. I also make chocolate protein bars using the chocolate flavour one.

[@amygolds2435]

So awesome! I preach this to my friends and clients ALL the time! I’m so happy to hear someone else preach it as well

[@jimwebbjr]

Gabrielle's talk made me realize how many misconceptions there are about nutrition and muscle health. Time to educate others!

[@faithcortellis]

This talk fired me up! Time to take charge of our health journeys. Remember, you're not alone; we're in this together!

[@fbrewer65]

Number 1 should be eliminate all added sugar in every form and eliminate highly processed foods.

[@laycienega]

Love the idea of making muscle health a priority. Let's reshape the conversation around health and aging 💪💪

[@gabriellehalette]

wow wow wow, really needed to see this, thank you!

[@gracefairbank]

Challenging conventional wisdom about health and aging, revealing a revelation!!! Much needed these days.

[@paulidevoss7249]

I can attest to the effectiveness of this approach. It took a little while to adjust to the protein requirements but once I was in the habit of weights 3 times a week my body just craved them and I could see the results in muscle growth and quality. Also - every day stuff just got so much easier. I had way more energy, better mood, more stamina, better sleep. The list goes on. The best thing about it? You don’t have to spend a ton to turn everything around. Just stick with it and track your progress so you can see how far you’ve come.

[@heynetalks]

As a personal trainer, and advocate for mental, and physical health, I 1000% agree with this information! This should be regularly adopted normalized information for every medical practitioner working with overweight patients/clients!

[@tristan-bailey]

I'm not a personal trainer haha but I agree with this too! I've had lots of doctors advising on losing weight but rarely do they say work on building muscle.

[@steve00alt70]

the thing is if your a trainer and you want your client to do strength training BUT...... your client is not interested in doing weights/strength training. Do you just say to find another trainer?

[@heynetalks]

@steve00alt70 as a trainer I would never "give up" on a client just because we had differing ideas of what their needs were. I mean..... their decisions lead them to you, shouldn't they be willing to take your advice so they can pattern interrupt and make a change for the better. Simple response, "I appreciate how you feel about weight training, but I can assure you it has been proven that strength training will benefit you more than anything else at this point, I'm here to help you, I would never lead you astray. My reputation depends on us getting results together!"

[@TheRealJay-Jay]

This talk completely changed my perspective on diet and exercise. Thank you!

[@AlbertZotoIII]

THIS IS PURE GOLD!

[@tr1ckster726]

Dr. Lyon is so awesome. She has an amazing podcast as well! Her whole medical staff is helping me deal with something that many other doctors have not even been able to scratch the surface of, Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth. I truly think her and her team will cure me of this awful condition.

[@greatstate48mom]

It's everything she says on her podcasts day in and out, she truly wants better longevity for all. Great job!!

[@michaelwoehrl1746]

Excellent perspective. Obvious when presented this way.

[@sabertoothedcapybara]

I wish she could have had 2-3x as much time so she could go into greater depth on the evidence and data backing up her message. I'm currently doing my postdoctoral fellowship studying vascular aging and the mechanisms that contribute to disease progression in postmenopausal women and I would have loved to hear more on this!

[@cswann8]

As of the summer of 2020, I weighed just over 290. Im at 252 as of this morning. I feel pretty confident that if I hadn't been an active weight lifter in my teens and 20s id have been a lot heavier and also be struggling much more now to get leaner.

[@BernardB2000]

I'm not to sure why you are happy about that. If you were 6ft 4in, you'd still be obese. I'm guessing you need to lose at least another 100 pounds.

[@petemurphy7164]

Respect

[@that_hawaiian_gal]

I’m loving all vids with your message, and I’ve been on it with following! Thank you! Merry Christmas 🎄🎁 ♥️

[@mistythompson4961]

Appreciate you touching on IBS and like issues.

[@slydog7131]

Good message. Now it's just getting people to put it into practice. I go to an economical gym that only costs about $10 a month. Well worth it. One of the people I see there that I am most impressed with is a woman in her upper 70's with a small oxygen tank. She hits all the weight machines on a regular basis. I have encouraged many others to do the same. But, a set of adjustable dumbbells and a workout bench will suffice. As you progress, add a set of gymnastic rings and a pullup bar if you can. Use them regularly, allowing for rest days, and the benefits will accrue.

[@jadegoard7190]

Wish this came in with Chinese subtitles so I could share with my parents. Having been telling them to get into resistance training and eat more protein for their health and they just ignored me and told me I should not squat, should not deadlift, should not this and that, because resistance training is dangerous….my mom is diabetic, overweight with a bunch of health problems and my dad’s got the weakest core one can imagine. It just baffles me how they can be OK with all these not wanting to make some changes to feel better.

[@Shvabicu]

Some people are too stubborn to learn. It's baffling that they have all these conditions and you're probably the picture of health exactly because you do those "dangerous" things.

[@kailirowen]

This is going to be shared with all the people in my family.

[@denisemouton]

Thank you! I’ll continue to share!

[@Highintensityhealth]

Amazing talk!

[@trentriver]

As a life long weight trainer this lady is 100% correct.

[@garystroud1629]

Three days a week until you want to quit- and then you are going to keep going. I love that. It’s the keeping going I am working on right now.

[@mikemoore2791]

Stop listening to the trurh start applying trurh. Cos as she said you will be in a dementia ward otherwise. JUST GET GOING. KEEP GOING

[@balanc3d]

I've heard people say sitting down in modern life all day is worse than cancer, and I don't think this is an exaggeration. The one piece that is missing from this logical and medical viewpoint, is that many people struggle in their mind to make the necessary change. The change needs to start with our mind, but it definitely includes strength, flexibility and endurance in our muscles 💪 👊

[@JDWDMC]

You can;t do everything alone and through willpower. Everyone needs positive support. The whole tone of this message was socially oriented and for the good of society as a whole. It should be just something we do as a positive social activity.

[@thebatman6201]

Traded my couch for a bench 3 years ago. Best decision of my life. Do a set while you're chilling. What's it take? 30 seconds? How long are we on the couch marathoning a new show? Why are we being so lazy? Out of sheer boredom, you'll work out. There's no need to just melt into the couch. You can still watch your shows WHILE you get healthier. It's worth the money in every way

[@balanc3d]

@@thebatman6201 ABSOLUTELY genius way to think about it. Love this idea, I'm defo adding that to my list. Layering activities is THE way to overcome overwhelm when you have too much to do. Keep going 💪

[@anthonym8903]

This is such a great video. I am going to do my best to get it out to as many people as possible. This should be watched by every person on the planet!

[@BrutalTechGiant]

Starting my fitness journey at 50, and this talk is my wake-up call. Better late than never, right? Time to hit the weights and up that protein intake.

[@bifkn]

Finally, REAL information! I've been saying this for decades.

[@shashijain5084]

The passion behind the presentation by the doc is what really sticks . It makes a ton of sense .

[@thriveperformanceandnutrition]

Dr. Lyon is such a compassionate and impactful medical professional. Amazing 💪🏼 What an important message to share.

[@banerjeehome5913]

Absolutely love this!!!! ❤ Thank you!

[@dante-cruz]

100% agree there needs to be a change from exercising for aesthetics to exercising for health, and this talk puts all the reasons why in a very straightforward way.

[@happybarker]

This is a great way of putting it

[@CaliSoberFit]

True. But unfortunately exercising for health/prevention doesn't sell. People want to look good. They want to feel good when they are hurting or notice something physically concerning, but as soon as they are "fixed", it's back to look good. That's why there will always be fad diet/exercise for most folks. My mom died 20 years too soon from the ravages of sarcopenia. Her picture is in the dictionary under sedentary.

[@user-gf9hy8jo2r]

Great Job, Dr. Lyon!

[@coachmarioandrija810]

Fantastic talk! Strength training and eating enough protein is so fundamental and necessary in improving all areas of life. It's a huge focus for me with my clients

[@AimeeCVaj]

Makes sense. Thank you!

[@anthonyhulse1248]

She is on the right side of science

[@jjvirgin6048]

This is the single most important message we could get out here to turn around our metabolic crisis. I guess it would be dangerous to share how this could be turned around with dietary protein & resistance training.

[@matthewmathis7050]

JJ, I think I read your book if this is the same person. Cool to see you comment on here. Sorry if it’s a mix up :-)

[@marccano5061]

I've been living in a small town in central Texas for the last year. One I've noticed is that many of the men around my âge (65)and even younger are just plain "spent". I often see them trying to make their way in to the grocery store in their motorized chair s. The level of obesity is astounding! And I ask myself how did they get to such a point?

[@ameliacarter4376]

SHE IS THE BEST!!! SPOT ON!! I'm 54 and have plenty of muscle and will keep on keeping one!! I lift up to 5 times a week!

[@taliksharot]

The answer, I love hearing this answer!

[@carolinebenzing6366]

This woman completely changed my approach to health and aging. I’ve been following her for 4 years and the improvements in my health and body because I’ve prioritized muscle, will carry me into midlife as the strongest and most prepared which is what every woman should strive for.

[@grocksauce7422]

This is awesome stuff. It’s insane to me that people aren’t educated in this enough to know how incredibly important it is to not only A) maintain a healthy diet , but also: B) build muscle/lift weights C) of course c is cardio All are equally important to you having an all around healthy life. In mind body and whatever else you got going on 😉

[@robertt9342]

It’s literally what doctors have been saying for more than 30 years…. Where has anyone been?

[@grocksauce7422]

@@robertt9342 not paying attention/not stressing the importance. In all honesty, it’s because Not staying healthy is easy. And I’d say they’ve been saying it a lot longer that that 😂 thousands of years maybe ?

[@DustinHeath-ki8lt]

​@@robertt9342Society is currently telling everyone being morbidly obeseis beautiful.

[@nichmon3221]

I myself know why people aren't educated on it. There are people out there paid to publish articles stating that you don't have to do this to lose weight,...or meat is bad.....etc.

[@nutritionwithnat]

Hands down the best 10 minutes I've ever spent on KZbin!

[@jeffbowman4585]

Great info!! I’m 61 and have been training with weights for over 30 years!! I won the over 60 masters bodybuilding contest last month!

[@alandandaly]

There is a gentleman called Joe Stockinger - who at 90 YEARS OLD! - deadlifted 405 pounds / 184 kilos , for reps, at about 70 kilos bodyweight. The secret? ... he has been training all his life. Forget fad diets ... it is strength training that matters. Great Ted Talk!

[@rebekahsteeper]

Thrilled to see you and your work getting more publicity 👏

[@angienichols1248]

The best Ted talk I have seen!! Thank you

[@trashbandit2750]

Great talk - I hear you - I have Type 2 Diabetes that I currently manage with diet and exercise - not easy but it a big part of the solution. Keep up the good fight.

[@jfedyk1]

I have been saying this for years. I am no professional but I see the difference in people that build and maintain muscle vs high cardio exercise. It seems obvious to me and it is great to see this explained here. Great job

[@dorotadeli3181]

do you mean less jogging and more heavy liifting?

[@jasminflower3814]

Yes@@dorotadeli3181

[@BillBrinkop]

You should do both

[@crunchyflakepusssuk]

both build muscle?

[@koreydeese890]

Ha. What’s funny is a lot of the people you see doing cardio, especially competitive people lift weights, especially in the off-season.

[@TechHead03]

Nailed it Dr G! 💯