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The Biggest Workout Mistakes People Over 40 Make (And How to Avoid Them)

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As we get older, our bodies change, and the approach to fitness needs to evolve as well. In this episode, Turo Virta, a fitness expert with over a decade of experience working with the 40+ crowd, shares the most common workout mistakes he's seen among this demographic and provides practical solutions to help you avoid them.
You'll learn:

  • Why ignoring warm-ups and cool-downs can significantly increase your risk of injury, and how to build these essential routines into your workouts.
  • The surprising importance of incorporating resistance training, even if you're not aiming to build muscle mass, and how it can help maintain your metabolism.
  • The dangers of the "weekend warrior" syndrome and how to create a more sustainable exercise routine.
  • Why setting overly ambitious fitness goals can backfire and lead to burnout, and how to set realistic, health-focused targets.
  • The difference between mobility and flexibility training, and why both are crucial for older adults to prevent common aches and pains.
  • Turo's tips for maintaining consistency in your workouts and developing a fitness habit that lasts.
  • The often-overlooked role of nutrition, hydration, and sleep in supporting your fitness journey.

Whether you're new to exercise or a seasoned athlete looking to optimize your routine, this episode is packed with valuable insights to help you stay fit, healthy, and injury-free as you navigate the challenges of aging. Don't miss it!
Need more help with accountability and exact plan?
Check out coaching options HERE

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211 episodes

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As we get older, our bodies change, and the approach to fitness needs to evolve as well. In this episode, Turo Virta, a fitness expert with over a decade of experience working with the 40+ crowd, shares the most common workout mistakes he's seen among this demographic and provides practical solutions to help you avoid them.
You'll learn:

  • Why ignoring warm-ups and cool-downs can significantly increase your risk of injury, and how to build these essential routines into your workouts.
  • The surprising importance of incorporating resistance training, even if you're not aiming to build muscle mass, and how it can help maintain your metabolism.
  • The dangers of the "weekend warrior" syndrome and how to create a more sustainable exercise routine.
  • Why setting overly ambitious fitness goals can backfire and lead to burnout, and how to set realistic, health-focused targets.
  • The difference between mobility and flexibility training, and why both are crucial for older adults to prevent common aches and pains.
  • Turo's tips for maintaining consistency in your workouts and developing a fitness habit that lasts.
  • The often-overlooked role of nutrition, hydration, and sleep in supporting your fitness journey.

Whether you're new to exercise or a seasoned athlete looking to optimize your routine, this episode is packed with valuable insights to help you stay fit, healthy, and injury-free as you navigate the challenges of aging. Don't miss it!
Need more help with accountability and exact plan?
Check out coaching options HERE

  continue reading

211 episodes

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