11am -12pm ET
Research shows the many benefits of walking and muscle training at all ages and fitness levels—including boosting our immune function. As coronavirus continues to affect our lives and flu season is nears, maintaining and strengthening our immune system is as important as ever. But how exactly do our 10,000 steps a day and strength-training workouts help defend us against viruses?
Find out in a free Zoom conversation with international experts, hosted by the American Federation for Aging Research (AFAR) and Prevention magazine.
On Thursday, October 29 at 11am ET, join Prevention's Editor-in-Chief Sarah Smith, sarcopenia expert Tyesha Burks, PhD, of Bowie State University, and inflammation and aging expert Janet Lord, FMedSci, of the University of Birmingham, UK, for Keep it Moving: Immune Health, Muscle Strength, and Exercise.
This one hour talk will explore the relationship between building muscle strength from walking and building the resiliency of our immune system.
Hear about the latest science behind exercise and immune health and pick up research-backed tips for activities that boost immune health while preventing muscle loss.
Bring your questions for our guest experts and join us to learn the science behind why we should keep moving at any age—even during a pandemic.
Tyesha Burks, PhD
Assistant Professor, Department of Natural Sciences,
Bowie State University
Janet Lord, FMedSci
Director of the Institute of Inflammation and Ageing, Director of the MRC-Versus Arthritis Centre for Musculoskeletal Ageing Research, University of Birmingham, UK
Sarah Smith
Editor-in-Chief, Prevention
Everyone ages, but how do our bodies age, and what can we do today to stay healthier tomorrow?
Find out in a new online discussion series, Live Better Longer, presented in partnership with Prevention magazine.
In short sessions, AFAR experts from around the world will join Prevention's Content Director Sarah Smith to discuss the research-backed science driving wellness choices and innovative therapeutics to extend our years of health at any age.
