Uploaded January 2025 | Updated September 2026, 4 days ago
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: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwJwOmOzK8TBO3RfJC4LXOvzShe2ALNds
Bluecrest health assessments are available in the UK here bluecrestwellness.com with 10% off using code JOHNSTONP10
EQUIPMENT PURCHASED FOR OUR HOME GYM
We purchased our strength training equipment through Mirafit 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 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 youtu.be/lsal-LFINJA
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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
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: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwJwOmOzK8TBO3RfJC4LXOvzShe2ALNds
Bluecrest health assessments are available in the UK here bluecrestwellness.com with 10% off using code JOHNSTONP10
EQUIPMENT PURCHASED FOR OUR HOME GYM
We purchased our strength training equipment through Mirafit 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 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 youtu.be/lsal-LFINJA
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 youtube.com/channel/UC4qU47VfUwFLDzolJEczYCA/join
✅ Subscribe for more episodes youtube.com/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-channel-newsletter
🛍️ Shop my recommended skin and health products shopmy.us/TheHonestChannel
🎧 Listen to the podcast with YouTube Music music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwJwOmOzK8TCgwdxtIqoamTih3Aoi9BTk
Spotify podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/clare-johnston0
Apple Podcasts podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-honest-channel-podcast/id1748748620
MY SKINCARE ROUTINE shopmy.us/collections/243245
MY DISCOUNT CODES: shopmy.us/collections/408618
SUPPLEMENTS I TAKE: shopmy.us/collections/408665
JEWELRY WORN ON THE CHANNEL shopmy.us/collections/1135654
Connect with me on social media:
instagram.com/honestclare
twitter.com/ClareS_J
facebook.com/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
