Move for Life - by Damien A Joyner (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Certified personal trainer Damien Joyner not only explodes the myth that growing older means growing weaker--he offers expert guidance and safe, simple, effective exercises to empower you to regain and maintain your strength and autonomy.

I'm often asked the following question: "Do you train active agers any differently than their younger counterparts?" In short--I don't. Their programming is based on their fitness level rather than their age, and just like their younger counterparts, they too possess the potential to move better or become stronger.

Too often, society tells you: as you age, you'll become frail. You'll lose your mobility. It's time to slow down. But at a time when nearly 50 million Americans are aged 65+, these assumptions are more harmful than ever--especially because they're wrong.

Joyner explains which exercises are the most important to prioritize for the movements you do every day--whether that's standing up from a chair or getting groceries from the car into the cabinet. His exercises are:

• Straightforward, safe, effective, and evidence-based
• Clearly illustrated via helpful how-to photo guides
• Tailored to meet the concerns of active agers, like improving bone density
• Appropriate for beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels of fitness
• For keeping fit and doing real-world, everyday tasks that help you stay active and engaged

As a fitness professional who specializes in training people who are 50+, Damien Joyner's approach in Move for Life helps you build strength, increase flexibility, and work on your balance--all while dispelling any doubts you may have about your ability to stay active after midlife.

About the Author

Damien A. Joyner is a health coach at UC San Diego's WorkStrong Program and a personal trainer for his business, Incremental Fitness. After earning his Juris Doctorate, he transitioned to the fitness industry in 2016, gathering experience with the general population and eventually focusing on the active aging population in his business. His diverse experience includes leading group classes for San Diego's Feeling Fit Club and Fitness Specialist at Golden Door Wellness Resort. As a subject matter expert and virtual certification committee member for the American Council on Exercise, Damien contributes to study materials, media requests, and internal discussions. He is passionate about improving clients' quality of life and promoting mental and physical well-being through self-care. In his free time, he enjoys exploring San Francisco on foot, hiking the Grand Canyon, and appreciating sunrises and hummingbirds.