Working It Out: Why Exercise Could Save Your Life
What if one of the most powerful medicines available didn't require a prescription?
In this final installment of our Men's Health Month series, host Reggie Hicks sits down with exercise physiologist Paige Jones to discuss why movement may be one of the most effective tools for preventing disease, improving quality of life, and helping us age well.
Paige explains why exercise impacts everything from heart health and diabetes prevention to cancer survivorship, bone strength, sleep, mood, and longevity. He also tackles some of the biggest fitness myths, including whether you can "outwork" a poor diet, the truth about belly fat, and what older adults need to know about strength training.
Whether you're just getting started or looking to get back on track, this conversation offers practical advice you can put into action today.
In This Episode:✅ Why exercise is often more powerful than medication
✅ The biggest fitness mistakes men make
✅ Why you can't out-exercise a poor diet
✅ The truth about belly fat and weight loss
✅ Strength training after 50, 60, and beyond
✅ Exercise during and after cancer treatment
✅ The pros and cons of GLP-1 weight loss medications
✅ How much exercise do you really need
✅ Why "muscles don't know age—they know use and disuse"
✅ How to find a fitness routine you'll actually stick with
Memorable Quote:"Muscles don't know age. They know use and disuse." — Paige Jones
Resources Mentioned in This EpisodeAmerican College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
https://www.acsm.org
National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
https://www.nsca.com
American Council on Exercise (ACE)
https://www.acefitness.org
CDC Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans
https://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity
YouTube Fitness and Exercise Resources
https://www.youtube.com
Piedmont Atlanta Fitness Center
https://www.piedmont.org
• 150 minutes of moderate physical activity each week
• Strength training at least 2 days per week
• Regular stretching and mobility work
About Our GuestPaige Jones is Assistant Manager of the Piedmont Atlanta Fitness Center and an Exercise Physiologist with more than 20 years of experience helping people improve their health through movement. He specializes in helping individuals prevent and manage chronic disease, improve strength and mobility, and lead healthier lives through practical, sustainable fitness strategies.
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