Build your best body at any age with Cori Lefkowith

Build your best body at any age with Cori Lefkowith

Author: Allan Misner January 27, 2026 Duration: 40:29
40+ Fitness Podcast
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On episode 731 of the 40+ Fitness podcast, Coach Allan welcomes Cori Lefkowitz, founder of Redefining Strength and author of The Strong System: Transform Your Mindset and Build Your Best Body at Any Age.

This conversation is packed with real talk about what truly drives long-term fitness success—beyond the fad diets and quick fixes. Cori shares her straightforward, blueprint-style approach, emphasizing the power of mindset, aligning your goals with your lifestyle, and making sustainable changes that actually stick.

If you've ever struggled to get consistent with strength training, felt stuck chasing someone else's tactics, or sabotaged yourself after a setback, this episode is full of insights and practical strategies to help you break free from the cycle.

Cori explains her STRONG acronym, the importance of reflection, and why knowing your non-negotiables is essential—not just for your fitness journey, but for your overall well-being.

Tune in as we dive deep into personalized fitness tips, the strength-cardio continuum, and actionable ways to optimize your health and performance, no matter your age.

Time Stamps

05:03 Start Where You Are

07:43 Shaping Habits Through Reflection

11:22 The Power of the Pause

14:24 Unlearning to Build Better Habits

19:01 Focusing on Mile Markers

21:45 Balancing Habits and Sacrifices

26:17 Aligning Habits with Lifestyle

29:44 Managing Life's Stress Overflow

32:31 Long-Term Fitness Over Quick Fixes

36:10 Balancing Habits Checkbook

36:59 1% Improvements for Lasting Growth

 

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Turning forty doesn't mean your best health is behind you; it often means you're just getting started. Hosted by Allan Misner, the 40+ Fitness Podcast is a candid conversation about navigating wellness as life gets more complex. This isn't about unrealistic transformations or fad diets, but sustainable practices that fit into a busy, mature life. Each week, Allan brings a focus on actionable advice for strength, mobility, nutrition, and mindset, specifically tailored for those in their forties, fifties, sixties, and well beyond. You'll hear from experts and everyday people who are redefining what fitness means at every age, blending topics from mainstream health to alternative approaches. The tone is encouraging but grounded, offering education without judgment. Tuning into this podcast feels like getting reliable, friendly guidance from someone who understands that your body's needs evolve, and your goals might shift from chasing personal records to maintaining vitality and independence. New episodes arrive every Tuesday, ready to meet you wherever you are on your journey.
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