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The 5 Stages of Fitness Over 40 (Allan Misner) | Ep 229

Oct 11, 2024

Allan Misner, a fitness expert and host of the 40 Plus Fitness Podcast, shares his journey and insights on transforming health after 40. He breaks down the five critical stages of fitness, emphasizing the importance of mindset shifts and sustainable practices. Allan discusses navigating challenges, balancing workouts, and developing long-term visions for health. Discover how to redefine your fitness journey with practical strategies and motivation techniques tailored for midlife success!

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Quick takeaways

Recognizing the need for change often emerges from personal reflections on aging or responsibilities, acting as a crucial catalyst for fitness transformation after 40.

Developing a sustainable fitness mindset requires a deep commitment to continuous health improvement, moving beyond temporary goals to embrace the journey itself.

Overcoming setbacks through proactive planning and a flexible approach is essential for maintaining long-term fitness success and ensuring continuous progress in health endeavors.

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Catalysts for Change Over 40

A significant catalyst for change often occurs when individuals over 40 recognize the decline in their overall health and fitness. Many experience newfound realizations about their physical state, triggered by responsibilities, family dynamics, or reflections on aging. Common moments include the observations of aging parents or a personal wake-up call, like struggling with previously enjoyed activities. This realization becomes crucial as it propels individuals toward the commitment required for the transformative journey of fitness and health.

Intro

2min

Navigating Life After 40: A Fitness Journey

13min

Cultivating a Vision for Vitality

9min

The Dynamics of Motivation in Fitness: Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Factors

4min

Mastering Self-Management for Fitness Over 40

15min

Navigating Recovery and Lifelong Fitness

14min

Are you over 40 and frustrated by slow progress in your fitness journey? Do you find it harder to build muscle, lose fat, or maintain energy levels like you used to? Do you need help creating a sustainable plan for health and longevity?

Philip (@witsandweights) sits down with fitness expert Allan Misner, host of the 40 Plus Fitness Podcast and author of The Wellness Roadmap, to break down the five key stages of fitness transformation after 40. Learn how to stop wasting time on ineffective workouts and diets and build a clear path toward lifelong health and success.

Allan shares practical insights on how to make lasting changes in your health, even if you’ve struggled for years. He’ll dive into the mindset shifts, motivation strategies, and systems you need to stop spinning your wheels and finally achieve sustainable fitness results in midlife and beyond.

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Today, you’ll learn all about:

1:46 Stage 1 - The catalyst: When you realize something needs to change
7:32 Stage 2 - Starting over: Facing the challenges of starting a fitness journey after 40
10:11 The turning point when Allan decided to change
13:11 Stage 3 - Sustainability and balance: Training for a Tough Mudder
19:38 The importance of long-term vision and sustaining your results
24:50 How to build self-motivation and lasting habits
36:40 Stage 4 - Bouncing back: Dealing with setbacks and injuries to keep the momentum going
46:20 Stage 5 - CARGO: Celebrate, align, recalibrate, and go for long-term success
52:30 What Allan wished Philip had asked
54:45 Where to find Allan
55:16 Outro

Episode resources:

40 Plus Fitness Podcast
Instagram: @40plusfitnesspodcast
Book - The Wellness Roadmap
Quiz - Find Your Primary Fitness Mindset

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