496: Over 40 Fitness Hacks with Brad Williams
Release Date: 03/22/2023
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Questions I asked:
· How was it owning a gym during COVID?
· How does online fitness change the game?
· How did you find your place helping people over 40?
· What is time under tension?
· How should people eat at an older age for muscle?
· Why is so important to get testing and know what you’re putting in your body?
· How does alcohol affect you as you get older?
· Does fasting help you?
· How can you tell what things bother you?
· How can we make sure we’re not breaking down our muscles?
· Where can people connect with you?
Topics Discussed:
· Weight loss.
· Building muscle.
· Time under tension.
· Aging.
· Micronutrients.
· Balance training.
· Chronic pain.

Quotes from the show:
· “Online you really need to niche yourself down.” Brad Williams @SisterhoodSweat
· “I couldn’t believe how many things changed with my body at 40.” Brad Williams @SisterhoodSweat
· “My true calling didn’t happen until five years ago.” Brad Williams @SisterhoodSweat
· “Working with lower weights, taking your time, and having time under tension.” Brad Williams @SisterhoodSweat

How you can stay in touch with Brad:
· Listen to his podcast
· Website
If you're interested in online personal training or being a guest on Brad’s podcast, "Over 40 Fitness Hacks," you can reach him at projectb36@gmail.com.
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