Norah O'Donnell: 7 things I learned from trainer Kira Stokes

TL;DR

Lifting heavier weights is crucial for building and maintaining muscle mass, which is vital for future health and preventing age-related decline.
Women can lose significant muscle mass after 30 and bone density after menopause; strength training becomes even more critical with age.
Muscle provides hormone regulation and protection for bones, allowing for continued freedom of movement.
Bone loss is reversible, and exercises done in one's 50s and 60s can help prevent serious injury from falls.
Balance exercises are important for quality of life and functional movement.
Movement is therapy, benefiting both physical and mental health, and can be a way to process emotions.
Proper form and posture are essential for preventing injury, starting with body awareness.
Consistent movement, including 'movement snacks' of short exercise bursts, is valuable even with a busy schedule.

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