About this episode
Episode 425 of the Strength Coach Podcast brings you a crucial discussion on fitness mistakes that crush progress after 50! Hosted by Anthony Renna , this episode features Chad Landers , founder of Push Private Fitness and author of " Building Strength and Muscle After 50 ." Together, we explore game-changing strategies for training smarter, not harder, as you age. Highlights of the episode: - The BIG mistake many make after 50 and how to avoid it - Training considerations for the 50+ crowd: frequency, intensity, and programming - Why training heavy (but not too heavy) is essential for longevity and resilience - The importance of nutrition and how medications can impact your diet and performance - Stories of clients thriving in their 70s and beyond through consistent training - Insights from Chad’s new book, written for Gen X and beyond with '80s pop culture flair! Plus, we talk about the evolution of fitness trends, overcoming obstacles to exercise, and how personal trainers can connect authentically with their clients. Brought to you by Perform Better , your go-to for functional training and rehab equipment. Check out Perform Better ( https://www.performbetter.com ) for their latest sale on PB Extreme Foam Plyo Boxes, the Bosu Ball, Select Dumbbells and Kettlebells, and their exclusive HYROX collaboration! Don’t miss this engaging, practical, and inspiring conversation packed with actionable advice. Thanks for listening, and be sure to check out the full episode for more tips to stay strong for life! CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 02:58 - Chad Landers Interview 04:58 - Overview of The Book 11:04 - Cardio in the 80s and 90s 14:56 - Training After 50: Key Strategies 20:24 - Importance of Tracking Workouts 24:10 - Long-term Fitness Commitment 26:50 - Understanding Your Client's Needs 28:40 - Chad's Session Prep Techniques 31:50 - Medications Impact on Training 37:00 - Nutrition as a Lifestyle Choice 42:15 - Training Heavy: Guidelines 43:19 - Defining "Heavy" for Older Adults 46:42 - Imposter Syndrome in Fitness 47:31 - Effective Warm Up Techniques 53:45 - OUTRO ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Want to build a fitness business that creates more income, impact, and freedom? Here are some FREE biz-building resources from our friends at Business for Unicorns ( https://businessforunicorns.com): **Get the Little Book of Gym Marketing Secrets HERE- (https://go.businessforunicorns.com/gym-marketing-book) **Book a free 10-minute intro call HERE (https://go.businessforunicorns.com/brainstorm) **Follow BFU on Instagram HERE (https://www.instagram.com/businessforunicorns/) **Subscribe to Mark Fisher’s channel on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/c/markfisherhumanbeing)