5 ways to get motivated to exercise after 40

5 ways to get motivated to exercise after 40

Author: Alex and Gavyn July 20, 2024 Duration: 12:08
Send us Fan Mail Do you get days when you cannot find motivation to exercise? Sometimes you are looking for any excuse to skip the workout. Sometimes you just feel plain lazy... We know that in order to get results, to get to your desired goals... consistency is the key. So how do you maintain consistency when you often struggle to find motivation to keep going? In this episode I will share with you the 5 time-tested strategies we have been successfully using with our Growing Younger...

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.
Author: Language: en-nz Episodes: 83

Growing Younger - Health & Fitness Podcast for Over 40's
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When and how to stretch for people over 40 (Ep. 16) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:34
Send us Fan Mail We try to unravel the confusion around stretching... When, how often and how you should stretch? What are the different types of stretching? What benefits are achieved by stretching regularly? And do you…
How to stay motivated to achieve your fitness goals after 40 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:18
Send us Fan Mail Today we discuss the main obstacle on the way to your fitness goals... whether it is losing weight, getting fitter, stronger or boost energy levels. How to stay motivated to make it to the end and see yo…
Exercising with Diabetes (Ep. 14) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:56
Send us Fan Mail In this episode Gavyn gives his brilliant analogy to what happens to your blood sugar levels when you have diabetes and the role insulin plays in this. We also discuss the implication of this process on…