Build your best body at any age with Cori Lefkowith
40+ Fitness Podcast
On episode 731 of the 40+ Fitness podcast, Coach Allan welcomes Cori Lefkowitz, founder of Redefining Strength and author of The Strong System: Transform Your Mindset and Build Your Best Body at Any Age. This conversation is packed with real talk about what truly drives long-term fitness success—beyond the fad diets and quick fixes. Cori shares her straightforward, blueprint-style approach, emphasizing the power of mindset, aligning your goals with your lifestyle, and making sustainable changes that actually stick. If you've ever struggled to get consistent with strength training, felt...
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A beginner's guide to the triathlon with Hilary Topper
40+ Fitness Podcast
On episode 730 of the 40+ Fitness podcast, Coach Allan welcomes back Hilary Topper, an inspiring endurance athlete, coach, and author. Once a self-proclaimed non-athlete, Hilary Topper shares her extraordinary journey from lacing up her running shoes for the first time at age 48 to becoming a triathlon competitor and coach. Together, they dive into her new book, Unlocking the Triathlon: A Beginner's Guide to Competing in a Triathlon, providing a roadmap for anyone curious about trying a triathlon—especially if the idea has ever felt intimidating or out of reach. In this episode, you'll...
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A playbook for stopping GLP-1 medications with Dr. Jim Hill
40+ Fitness Podcast
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Get fit by rucking with Kayla Girgen
40+ Fitness Podcast
On episode 728 of the 40+ Fitness podcast, Coach Allan is joined by special guest Kayla Gergen, a certified personal trainer and licensed dietitian. Together, they dive into the world of rucking—a powerful way to boost strength and endurance simply by walking with weight. Drawing from her book RuckFit, Kayla Gergen shares actionable tips for safely getting started, explains the unique benefits rucking offers for joint health, muscle building, posture, and bone density, especially for those over 40. Whether you’re looking for a low-impact but effective fitness routine, or just eager to...
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What it takes to live better longer
40+ Fitness Podcast
On episode 727 of the 40+ Fitness podcast, Coach Allan dives into the theme of “What it takes to live better, longer.” Reflecting on the habits and resolutions we often revisit as the calendar turns, Coach Allan sheds light on why most people struggle to make lasting changes and shares practical strategies for setting successful goals as we head into a new year. You’ll hear about the three biggest mistakes people make when looking back and planning ahead, from failing to take responsibility to setting vague or irrelevant goals. Through personal stories and actionable advice, Coach Allan...
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Age like a girl with Dr. Mindy Pelz
40+ Fitness Podcast
On episode 726 of the 40+ Fitness podcast, Coach Allan sits down with Dr. Mindy Pelz to dive into her groundbreaking book, Age Like a Girl: How Menopause Rewires Your Brain for Mental Clarity, Increased Confidence, and Renewed Energy. For too long, menopause has been seen as a decline, but Dr. Mindy is here to flip the script—showing us how this stage of life can be a powerful transformation for women. Together, they unpack the science behind menopause, its impact on neurochemistry, and why these changes don’t have to signal the end, but rather the start of a vibrant and empowering new...
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Why is improving our health and fitness so hard?
40+ Fitness Podcast
On episode 725 of the 40+ Fitness podcast, Coach Allan discusses one of the most pressing questions for anyone striving to live a healthier, fitter life after 40: Why is improving our health and fitness so hard—and what can we do to make it easier? Drawing on personal experiences, science, and practical mindset strategies, Coach Allan explores the real reasons we struggle with weight loss, building fitness routines, and maintaining healthy habits. From biological tendencies and processed food temptations, to misleading media messages, unhelpful diet books, and even the challenges within...
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Being the champion of your life with Jolie Glassman
40+ Fitness Podcast
On episode 724 of the 40+ Fitness Podcast, Coach Allan sits down with mindset coach and fitness mentor Jolie Glassman, author of 101 Rules for Being the Champion of Your Own Life According to the Rules of Boxing. Together, they dive into how the principles of boxing translate into powerful lessons for living your best life, especially as we age. Boxers are known for their incredible strength, resilience, and commitment—and Jolie shares how adopting a champion's mindset, facing your fears head-on, and building integrity are essential ingredients for real transformation, both in and out...
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Saving men from themselves with Louis Bezich
40+ Fitness Podcast
On episode 723 of the 40+ Fitness podcast, Coach Allan sits down with Louis Bezich, a seasoned healthcare executive, author, and advocate for men's health, to dive into the challenges—and solutions—men face when it comes to living healthier lives after 50. Together, they explore Louis Bezich's new book, Saving Men from Themselves: 20 Proven Tactics with a New Approach to Living Healthy for Men Over 50, and unpack the deeply rooted cultural ideas of masculinity that sometimes hold men back from seeking the care and making the choices they need. Through candid conversation, Allan and...
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How to build strength with David Vaux
40+ Fitness Podcast
On episode of the 40+ Fitness podcast, Coach Allan is joined by one of the UK's most innovative osteopaths, David Vaux, to talk about his new book, Stronger: How to Build the Secret to a Longer, Healthier Life. Together, they dig into why strength training is crucial—especially for those over 40—and how it impacts not just your healthspan, but your "strength span," shaping your independence and quality of life as you age. During this episode, you'll discover how building practical, functional strength is the key to enjoying life’s moments, from playing with grandkids to traveling...
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On episode 702 of the 40+ Fitness podcast, Coach Allan welcomes back Jim Owen, a living example of how purposeful action can redefine aging.
Jim, a 40-year Wall Street veteran turned passionate advocate for healthy aging, didn’t even begin his fitness journey until he was 70—proof that it’s never too late to take charge of your health.
Together, they discuss Jim’s transformative story and dive into his acclaimed documentaries, “The Art of Aging Well” and “Super Agers: Getting Old, Living Young,” both of which have aired on PBS and resonated with audiences nationwide.
Throughout their conversation, Jim outlines the practical steps that helped him go from struggling with chronic pain and low energy to becoming functionally fit, vibrant, and motivated well into his 80s. From the fundamentals of exercise, nutrition, stress management, and quality sleep, to the powerful force of purpose and passion, Jim shares hard-earned wisdom and actionable advice for anyone looking to invest in their future well-being.
If you’re determined to play an active role in your health, spend more quality years with family, or simply want to feel your best as you age, this episode is packed with motivation and tips to help you become a “superager” too.
Time Stamps:
05:51 Discussing Aging and Documentaries
08:12 Core Concepts for Health Improvement
10:42 My Future with Family
13:22 Action Plan for Success
17:47 Turning Point: Embrace Change
22:06 Personal Growth Over World Change
23:44 Focus and Perseverance Offshore
26:53 Getting "Geezer Fit"
32:27 Aging and Osteopenia in Men
35:54 Healthy Habits and Celebrations
38:47 Struggling with Sleep After Retirement
41:41 Unchecked Stress Causes Health Issues
43:24 Beach Walks Relieve My Stress
48:45 Positive Energy: Key to Longevity
50:17 The Power of Positive Energy
54:02 Inspiration Over Income