5 New Discoveries That May Help You Avoid Having a Knee Replacement [Ep. 73]

5 New Discoveries That May Help You Avoid Having a Knee Replacement [Ep. 73]

Author: Alex and Gavyn October 22, 2025 Duration: 13:09
Send us Fan Mail Think knee replacement is inevitable? Think again. In this episode, we uncover 5 new discoveries that could help you keep your natural knees. You won’t believe #3 — it sounds straight out of a sci-fi novel! Perfect if you’ve got knee arthritis or want to stay active and avoid surgery. If you're over 40 and you want to receive a FREE copy of our Whole Body At-Home Strengthening Guide specifically designed for people over 40 simply enter your details through th...

Hosted by Alex and Gavyn, Growing Younger-Health & Fitness Podcast for Over 40's is a straight-talking resource for anyone who feels their body isn't quite playing the game it used to. This isn't about chasing fads or unrealistic ideals; it's grounded, practical conversation focused on what actually works for people in their forties, fifties, and beyond. Each episode tackles the real questions that come with maintaining your health and fitness as the years stack up. You'll hear honest discussions about managing weight effectively after forty, steering clear of extreme diets and instead finding sustainable habits that stick. The hosts delve into the science of preserving and building muscle strength, which is key to keeping your metabolism active and your body resilient. Energy levels and stamina are frequent topics, with actionable advice aimed at helping you feel more vibrant and keep pace with family life. A particularly valuable thread running through this podcast is the focus on adapting exercise around existing niggles or injuries, proving that getting fitter isn't about pushing through pain but working smarter. Tune in for a blend of experience, research, and relatable humour that makes the journey feel a lot more achievable.
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Duration: 20:12
Send us Fan Mail Today I use my experience in physiotherapy to reflect on what the best strategies are to minimise the risk of sustaining an injury while doing physical training after 40. Let's face it - if you are activ…
Some striking life expectancy and health stats from New Zealand [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:14
Send us Fan Mail Today we are going to look at some interesting numbers. What is the current life expectancy in New Zealand and how do we compare to the rest of the world? But perhaps even more importantly we look into t…
Can you really overtrain after the age of 40? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:22
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Robyn Livingston interview - a journey of achievement [Ep.34] [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:22
Send us Fan Mail In this episode I interview Robyn, a Growing Younger member for over 18 months. She will share her story... her achievements so far, obstacles that she had to overcome on her fitness journey and what hel…
5 factors to take into account when exercising after 40 [Ep.33] [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:28
Send us Fan Mail There is no secret our bodies change as we age… Physical activities that used to be a “piece of cake” may now seem to be more of a challenge. But there are plenty of less obvious changes that you may not…