About this episode

This episode discusses Olympic weightlifting as a means to promote lifelong wellness and longevity, focusing on its benefits for all age groups.

These sources outline a webinar series by Eleiko designed to promote Olympic weightlifting as a tool for longevity and wellness rather than just elite competition. The materials highlight that these lifts improve bone density , cognitive function , and physical resilience across all age groups, specifically helping older adults prevent falls. To ensure safety, the instruction emphasises a top-down coaching model that moves from the hip to the floor while prioritising technique over load . Central to their philosophy is the Performance System , which teaches participants to adjust training intensity based on their daily readiness and stress levels. By using structured progressions and quality equipment, the programme aims to make strength training accessible and sustainable for the general public.

People in this episode

Host: Tony Attridge

Topics covered

• Olympic weightlifting
• longevity
• wellness
• bone density
• cognitive function
• physical resilience
• strength training

Keywords

• Olympic weightlifting
• longevity
• wellness
• bone density
• cognitive function
• physical resilience
• strength training
• older adults
• safety
• technique

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Eleiko

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