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2026-02-26
Does Age Impact How We Should Workout?
Talking about strength training as we get older usually falls into the, “no, age is just a number” category. It is true, you shouldn’t be terrified to exercise because you are getting older, but there are things you may want […]
read more2026-02-25
Training Over 40 Webinar Replay
We are so grateful for all those that joined us for the Training Over 40 webinar this past Tuesday. The response and engagement were incredible, and it’s clear this was something that many could relate to and wanted better answers. […]
read more2026-02-23
Why Back Pain Often Shows Up After 40 (And Why It’s Not Just “Aging”)
There are a few positives in having struggled with chronic low back pain for 35 years. It allows me to be a relatable person for clients coming in with their own struggles of low back pain. I always try to […]
read more2026-02-16
The Hip Mobility Mistake Almost Everyone Makes
Mobility has NEVER been my thing!!! I remember when I started working out as a 14 year old I just felt stiff and that is why I often defaulted to using machines many times when I began training. Over the […]
read more2026-02-12
Getting BETTER Fitness Results Over 40
Exercise absolutely helps slow many aspects of the aging process but it doesn’t stop aging. That distinction matters. We all age. Hormones shift. Recovery changes. Muscle protein synthesis becomes slightly less responsive. Tendons lose some elasticity. Power declines faster than […]
read more2026-02-9
Why Most Fitness Programs Fail People Over 40
If you’re over 40 and feel like most fitness programs don’t fit your life anymore, that’s not because you’re unmotivated or “past your prime.” Which should feel good because that is the narrative that people often hear. It’s because most […]
read more2026-02-8
Why Misunderstanding Functional Training Causes Worse Results
Back in 1996 I got introduced to the idea of functional training. I’ll admit, I probably didn’t have the best understanding at the time of what it REALLY meant, but it did make a whole of sense. Even the most […]
read more2026-02-3
Strong Feet, Healthier Knees, Hips, and Low Backs
Foot strength and stability are often overlooked in traditional fitness and rehabilitation programs, yet research consistently shows that the feet play a critical role in the health of the entire kinetic chain. The way we load, stabilize, and interact with […]
read more2026-02-1
Fitness Burnout: When “Doing Everything” Becomes Too Much
Scroll through social media for five minutes and you’ll see it: the perfect morning routine, the must-do mobility flow, the non-negotiable strength lifts, zone-2 cardio, HIIT, breathwork, cold plunges, red-light therapy, supplements, sleep hacks, and a reminder that if you’re […]
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