Growing Younger - Health & Fitness Podcast for Over 40's

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It's not blood pressure. It's not cholesterol. One of the strongest predictors of how long — and how well — you'll live is something you can test right now with a pair of shopping bags. Here's the science of grip strength, and how to improve yours. 

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 GLP-1 weight-loss drugs are everywhere — but there's a hidden cost almost no one mentions at the prescription desk. Up to a third of the weight lost can be muscle. Here's why that matters more after 50, and exactly how to protect yourself. 

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The belly fat you have now isn't the same fat you had at 35 — it behaves differently, and it responds to different things. 

In 15 minutes: what visceral fat actually is, what makes it more dangerous for your health, why menopause moves fat to your middle without the scale changing, and the proven things that genuinely shrink it. 

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Most people skip this exercise because it looks too easy.

But recent research shows it can reduce pain, build strength, and even lower blood pressure—without moving a muscle.

In this episode, we break down how isometric training works, why it’s especially effective after 40, and exactly how to use it safely for joint pain, tendon issues, and overall health.

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Is pain during exercise something to worry about after 40… or is it just part of getting stronger?

In this episode, we break down one of the most confusing questions people face when trying to stay active later in life.

You’ll learn how to tell the difference between “good” pain and the kind that signals a potential injury — using simple, practical rules you can apply immediately.

We cover:

•  How the timing of pain affects your decision to continue or stop 
•  Why the location of pain matters more than you think 
•  The role of pain intensity and how to interpret it properly
•  What to do if pain lingers after exercise
•  A clear framework to help you train with confidence — not fear 

If you’ve ever wondered whether you should push through discomfort or play it safe, this episode will give you the clarity to keep moving without second-guessing every step.

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Muscle Loss After 50 — why it happens and how to reverse it.

In this episode, we break down muscle loss after 50 (sarcopenia), why strength declines faster than you expect, how it affects your daily life and even how it impacts on your general health.

You’ll learn how much training you actually need, why strength training matters more than ever, and how to balance it with cardio.

If you’ve started to feel weaker or less stable, this gives you a simple, practical way to rebuild strength.

Muscle loss after 50 is normal — but it’s also reversible.

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Is weight loss without hunger actually possible?

At the end of last year, I lost 7.5kg — and the biggest win wasn’t just the weight coming off… it was how much easier the process felt compared to previous attempts.

In this episode, I share the three lessons from that journey that made weight loss far more tolerable and sustainable — without feeling constantly hungry or deprived.

These shifts helped me:

• Reduce hunger without extreme dieting
 • Stay consistent without relying on motivation
 • Avoid the all-or-nothing mindset
 • Make fat loss work in real life

If you’re over 40 and tired of starting strong only to feel miserable a few weeks later, this episode will show you how to approach weight loss without hunger in a practical, realistic way.

No crash diets.
No “just try harder.”
Just principles that make it easier to stick with.

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Is walking or cycling better for knee arthritis?

In this episode I use my physiotherapy expertise to explore the evidence behind walking vs cycling for knee osteoarthritis. We will discuss the common myths, and show how to exercise without flaring your knee pain.

In this episode you’ll discover why cycling is often better tolerated, when walking is still important, how both affect cartilage health, and how to manage exercise if your knees are sensitive or specifically affected around the kneecap.

A practical, evidence-based episode for people over 40 who want to stay active and protect their knees.

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2026 just started — the motivation is high, but so is the risk of repeating last year’s mistakes.

If you’re over 40 and want 2026 to be the year your fitness goals actually stick, this episode will show you how to do it differently.

In this episode you will discover 5 proven strategies we use every day at Growing Younger Fitness to help people over 40 get stronger, fitter, and healthier — without extreme workouts or unrealistic diets.

You’ll learn:

• How to set goals you can actually control
• Why consistency beats intensity after 40
• How to simplify nutrition and avoid New Year hype
• How to design your environment for success
• How to track progress so motivation doesn’t fade

If you want to stop restarting and start seeing results, press play and set yourself up for a successful fitness year from day one.

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One of the most common questions my patients ask me... "Can knee supports help with knee arthritis?"

The answer is a bit more complex then a simple "yes" or "no".

Knee supports can make a big difference to some people living with knee arthritis but it depends on a few factors. I reveal my own experience at the clinic dealing with knee supports and the latest research to back up my answer in this episode.

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