Why Walking Isn’t Enough: The Real Key to Staying Strong and Preventing Frailty Walking is often praised as the ultimate low-impact exercise—but is it enough to keep you strong, steady, and independent as you age? In this episode, we explore why walking alone falls short when it comes to preventing frailty, and how it may even increase fall risk in older adults, according to research by Dr. Maria Fiatarone Singh (featured in the book Stronger). You'll learn: Why walking doesn’t build the muscle or power needed to stay independent What the research says about strength and balance training for aging adults The risks of relying on walking as your only form of exercise What a well-rounded weekly routine should actually look like after 40 Whether you're already active or just getting started, this episode will give you the science-backed tools to train smarter, build strength, and age with confidence. Ready to do more than just get your steps in? Tune in now.