Who, at 72-years-old, can fall backwards on the ice while skating, and get up and walk away? Without any whiplash, bruises, broken bones, or strained muscles to boot?
MY MOM.
She works out regularly. Usually 3 times a week, using bands, weights, and a Smith Machine. My Dad said she got an 80-second plank the other day.
I was there when she fell. She hadn't skated for years, but wanted to try. I heard the thud from 10 feet away. But her legs didn't flail all over, and she was in complete control even going down. Her triceps and shoulders supported her when she reached back, and thanks to a great diet, and strength training, her bones didn't break.
So the next time you think, "Man. I wish that guy would just give it a rest", think again. Everyone needs to strength train. Not just athletes. Everyone.
EVERYTHING GOOD COMES FROM GETTING STRONG.
A great lesson for us all Mike!
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