We’re excited to share that Kevin Snodgrass was recently featured as an expert in Eat This, Not That!’s new article:
“5 Standing Exercises That Burn More Calories Than Running After 50.”
In the article, Kevin explains why smart strength training can actually outperform running when it comes to burning calories and supporting long-term health for adults over 50.
Why strength training beats running for lasting calorie burn
Many people think of running as the default way to burn calories. Kevin points out an important limitation:
“The problem with running as a means of simply burning calories, is that once you stop running, you’ve effectively stopped the caloric expenditure,” explains Kevin Snodgrass, head trainer at Vivo.
By contrast, strength training:
- Burns calories during the workout
- Raises your metabolic output for 24–48 hours afterward as your body repairs and rebuilds
- Supports muscle mass, bone density, and cognitive health
As Kevin notes in the piece, “Compared to running, strength training will always be preferred.”
Five standing moves that work harder than running
In this expert-backed guide, Kevin highlights full-body standing exercises that recruit major muscle groups like the back, chest, glutes, quads, and hamstrings. The more muscle you use, and the heavier the load (within safe limits), the higher the calorie burn.
The article features five key movements:
- Weighted squats
Fire up the quads, hamstrings, glutes, and core for a powerful lower-body and calorie-burning stimulus. - Weighted deadlifts
Strengthen the entire posterior chain—hamstrings, glutes, back—while improving flexibility and balance. - Weighted thrusters
A full-body combo of a squat and overhead press that trains legs, shoulders, and core in one fluid move. - Weighted lunge to curl
A total-body exercise that challenges legs and arms simultaneously, improving coordination and strength. - Standing bent-over rows
Build strength in the back, shoulders, biceps, and core while encouraging good posture.
For most people, Kevin recommends performing these exercises two times per week to start, and up to three times per week for more active or experienced individuals.
Bringing evidence-based strength training to our community
We’re proud to see Kevin’s expertise recognized by a national publication. The same science-backed principles he shares in Eat This, Not That! guide the way we design our programs at [YOUR ORG NAME]:
- Prioritizing safe, effective strength training for adults 50+
- Focusing on full-body, functional movements that support daily life and long-term independence
- Helping people burn calories efficiently without relying solely on running
You can read the full article here:
5 Standing Exercises That Burn More Calories Than Running After 50.
If you’re over 50 and want to build strength, boost your metabolism, and feel better in your everyday life, Try Team Vivo for free to experience our programs & to learn how Kevin and our team can support you.