High Reps vs Heavy Lifts After 50: What Actually Works

To jump down, spring, sprint, or lift heavy starts to feel “more expensive” as we get older. So do we stop? In this video, we argue the opposite: keep the explosive stuff in your life, just do it smarter.

We react to a clip from Rob (over 50, shifting toward higher reps after years of injuries) and a clip from Peter Attia explaining why he avoids 1–5 rep training for heavy compound lifts due to risk. Then we add the missing context: it’s not just age, it’s history, exercise selection, intent, and how you manage intensity.

CHAPTERS:
00:00 – Intro
00:11 – Rob Gentiley
09:52 – Peter Attia
10:43 – Mark’s Training Philosophy
11:15 – Compensatory Acceleration Training
18:35 – Benefits of Training with Different Implements
21:40 – Defining Your Training Goals
25:00 – Training the Creatine Energy System
26:40 – Enhancing Neurological Efficiency
32:13 – Isometric Training Techniques
35:14 – Joe Kenn
38:55 – Risks of Lower Reps in Training
40:05 – End

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