Enjoy this special episode of “Retirement Readiness” featuring Dr. Jake Aleck, Owner and Chiropractic Physician at Aleck Pain to Performance. Hosts Katie Umland and Tim Regan sit down with Dr. Aleck to learn about how physical health factors into the quality of your retirement – plus key information that can help extend and maintain health in your golden years.
What makes a happy retirement?
From keeping busy to making sure you have enough income for all those post-working adventures, there isn’t any one clear answer. But there is one key ingredient you might want to start working on now: your health.
A focus on building a healthy body and mind can make a big difference in your retirement later on, helping to ensure you have the range of motion and mobility required to live the lifestyle you want.
Guest and physician Dr. Aleck notes that in addition to living longer, taking care of your health can improve your quality of life. With his patients, Dr. Aleck measures that quality factor with three key indicators: movement, diet and muscle training.
“Muscle is literally the organ of longevity,” he says. “So we want to make sure we maximize that in our everyday life.”
And (much like finances), physical health is easier to maintain with a proactive mindset. Rather than waiting for an expensive emergency to look at your bank accounts, you can proactively save in an emergency fund. Similarly, it’s better to make time for regular checkups with your doctor than waiting until you’re in pain to seek treatment.
Throughout the episode, Dr. Aleck shares more healthy tips with our hosts, including:
- Why fitness and diet plans should be tailored to your specific needs
- The importance of maintaining muscle as you age
- Small habits you can implement that will make a big difference both now and in your retirement
- And more
Hit “Play” to learn more about how you can maintain physical and mental fitness well into your golden years, and feel free to check out our library of “Retirement Readiness” episodes for other retirement planning tips and information.
Key Timestamps and Topics
- 00:00:02 – Katie Umland introduces the Retirement Readiness podcast and welcomes Dr. Jake Aleck as a guest for the episode on health and wellness in retirement.
- 00:00:57 – Focusing on both lifespan and healthspan in retirement requires moving, eating properly and maintaining muscle through training.
- 00:02:30 – Dr. Jake Aleck is a doctor of chiropractic and specializes in helping people of all ages, including athletes and aging individuals, in maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
- 00:03:53 – The guest dispels the misconception that chiropractic health is only about adjustments – he focuses on helping people with movement, nutrition and overall well-being.
- 00:06:10 – The hosts and Dr. Jake Aleck discuss the concept of health span and how it differs from lifespan.
- 00:11:23 – Dr. Jake Aleck emphasizes the importance of building a strong foundation for physical health, regardless of age.
- 00:12:28 – Stretching and movement are critical in maintaining a healthy body, and can even be incorporated into daily activities to counteract the effects of a sedentary lifestyle.
- 00:13:38 – Dr. Aleck shares his experience working with a wide range of clients, from professional athletes to high school football teams.
- 00:15:20 – To maintain physical fitness and mobility in retirement, it’s important to match fitness goals to individual needs.
- 00:22:17 – Dr. Aleck discusses the importance of tailoring rehabilitation exercises to match an individual’s goals and lifestyle.
- 00:24:00 – Maintaining muscle mass and balance is crucial for overall health, especially as we age.
- 00:26:23 – Any movement, even just walking for 30 minutes or 45 minutes a day, can make a big difference in long-term health.
- 00:27:50 – Dr. Aleck discusses the importance of individualized fitness plans based on an individual’s goals, availability, and preferences.
- 00:29:20 – The guest highlights the importance of finding a balanced diet that works for each individual, advising against extreme dieting.
3 Key Takeaways
- Explore how to maintain your health and wellness throughout retirement, whether you’re just starting your health journey or are looking for ways to boost those healthy habits.
- Learn how protein powers muscle health and discover how it can enhance your overall well-being in retirement.
- Discover how – much like finances – a health plan and journey should be tailored to your specific needs, challenges and goals.
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