Show Notes
You didn’t wake up old. You gradually stopped doing athletic things.
Most people think they feel slower, stiffer and less athletic because they're getting older. I explain why so many adults stop feeling athletic - not because of their age, but because they've gradually stopped doing the things that made them athletic in the first place.
I break down the key qualities we lose as we get older, how to rebuild them safely, and what your training should include if you want to stay strong, fast, powerful and capable in your 40s, 50s and beyond.
In this episode: Why I think we blame far too much on ageing
The 5 athletic qualities most adults gradually lose
Why strength training alone isn't enough
How to safely reintroduce speed, power and impact training
Why movement variety matters more than you think
The role of play, sport and challenging yourself physically
How I approach my own training in my 40s
Simple ways to add athleticism back into your week
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