I am 61 years old and have been strength training for 22years. I have done all kinds of programs 531, Starting Strength, Greysteel, and many more. I am currently doing your Beginners template and just completed week 4. My current e1RM are Bench:137 Press:80 Squat:176 Deadlift:196. I am not going to compete in any powerlifting meets. I’m just trying to stay strong in my old age and be able to perform all the activities of daily living and look good in my bathing suit. I have done the Novice linear progression several times. I have had several setbacks, like injuries, the death of a spouse, and major surgeries, and have stopped and started my training many times. I love strength training and have a home gym. Is there a type of training I do I can do to stay strong and healthy for the rest of my life?
Here are our primary recommendations for health-focused individuals:
To the extent that you are meeting those physical activity guidelines, you are in good shape. There are no specific “types” of training that are necessary beyond the general categories of cardiorespiratory/aerobic and resistance-based exercise. The more important aspect than the “type” is the dosage (i.e., doing enough of it), which is discussed in the article.
If you enjoy training using our templates for your regular resistance exercise, essentially any of them will fit the bill here.
Does this mean that I do not need to keep progressing my resistance just as long as I trian with weights twice a week?
I’d prefer to build the size of my upper body especially my chest which has always been lacking while my legs are well developed(genetic).
May I ask why this followup question is not being answered?