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

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 Avoid the usual festive-season weight gain with five simple, proven strategies you can use at parties, BBQs and family gatherings. 

From hidden calories to smarter eating habits, learn how to enjoy Christmas without stepping into January 5–10kg heavier. Yes — it’s absolutely possible.

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Recovering from a knee replacement can feel overwhelming—but the truth is, your outcome isn’t luck. There are five proven factors that can dramatically improve your mobility, reduce your pain, and help you get back to the life you enjoy.

In this episode, I reflect on my more than 21 years experience in physiotherapy private practice working with people over 40 to break down the key principles that make or break a successful knee replacement recovery. 

Whether your surgery is coming up or you’re already in the early stages of rehab, you’ll learn:

• Why early movement is non-negotiable—and how delaying it can set you back
• How to use pain medication strategically so you can actually do the exercises that matter
• The fastest way to rebuild lost strength (and why it disappears so quickly)
• What most patients overlook about balance training—and why it’s essential for preventing falls
• The role weight management plays in recovery, and simple, realistic ways to start before surgery

If you want a smoother, faster, and more confident return to walking, stairs, and the activities you love, this episode gives you the exact roadmap.

Press play and set yourself up for a successful recovery.

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Many people over 50 find getting up off the floor harder than it used to be.

Unfortunately increased effort standing up could be a sign of deeper age-related changes your body might be going through.

But it's not all doom and gloom because  a lot of these changes can be reversed with the right approach. 

In this episode, I break down the three main reasons behind this common problem and share practical physiotherapy strategies to overcome it.

In this episode you will discover:
 ✅ Why knee pain or arthritis can make kneeling difficult — and how to get up safely without kneeling
 ✅ How age-related muscle loss in the legs affects your mobility (and what to do about it)
 ✅ Why upper body strength matters more than you might think
 ✅ Simple, effective ways to rebuild strength and confidence getting up from the floor

Whether you’re noticing early signs of weakness or already struggling to get up easily, this episode will show you how to stay strong, mobile, and independent — no matter your age.

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This time we look at the hype of glucosamine and chondroitin supplements particularly in respect to treating knee arthritis.

We investigate if the science lives up to the hype.

Most importantly we try to answer the question - is there any real proof that glucosamine actually works for knee arthritis?

And if yes, how much relief can you expect to get from taking it?

Want safe physio exercises to strengthen your arthritic knees? Watch my video here where I demonstrate 3 effective exercises to improve strength around your knee: https://youtu.be/SK2mlIDklTM

And one more knee strengthening exercise here (one of my favourites): https://youtube.com/shorts/_k9eZF-FVlU?feature=share

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Think knee replacement is inevitable? Think again. In this episode, we uncover 5 new discoveries that could help you keep your natural knees. 

You won’t believe #3 — it sounds straight out of a sci-fi novel! Perfect if you’ve got knee arthritis or want to stay active and avoid surgery. 

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In this inspiring episode, Longevity, Mindset & Beauty: Thriving as We Age, Alex speaks with Leslie Hocker — entrepreneur, mentor, speaker, and founder of the Youthful Aging Movement™. With over four decades of experience in wellness, skincare, healthy longevity, and personal development, Leslie shares her powerful insights on what it really means to age well.

Together, we explore:

• How mindset and happiness directly impact longevity and quality of life
• The role of beauty and confidence as we grow older and proven ways to enhance your beauty naturally 
• Why healthy aging is about thriving, not just adding years
• Practical ways to embrace change, energy, and purpose at every stage of life

Leslie’s journey — from breaking barriers as one of the youngest female executives in the petroleum industry, to launching Houston’s first Pilates studio, to mentoring entrepreneurs worldwide — reflects her belief that reinvention and resilience are key to living fully.

Tune in to discover how you can rewrite your story, cultivate vitality, and glow from the inside out — at any age.

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In this episode I reveal how to train safely and effectively with Achilles tendon issues — especially if you're over 40. 

Discover what causes these injuries, why they’re more common as we age, and which exercises can help you recover without making your Achilles injury worse.

We will cover:
 ✔️ The biggest training mistakes to avoid

 ✔️ Safe, tendon-friendly exercises to keep you strong and maintain fitness while you're recovering

 ✔️ What to avoid

✔️ Physio tips to reduce pain when having an Achilles injury

✔️ How to know when you’re ready to return to sport

This episode will give you practical, physio-backed advice to stay active and pain-free.

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Most people experience increasing fatigue some time in their 50's and sometimes even earlier.

In this podcast we explore the causes of age-related energy drain. We look at the science behind this phenomenon and explain exactly why you experience dwindling energy levels as you age.

We also reveal 5 proven ways backed by science to reverse energy drain and boost your capacity to feel alert and ready go again.

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This time I share with you my personal story. What got me started doing weights at the age of 13. 

Here is a spoiler... It's probably not what you think. 

I will put my motivations into perspective and help you find your own BIG WHY to get you on your fitness journey.

You will discover how to get on-track towards your fitness goals. And what's even more important how to stay on-track for many years to come.

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"My metabolism is slowing down" - Have you heard that one before?

A slowing metabolism is often used as a way to explain away why many people gain weight as they age. 

In this episode we answer the question - does your metabolism actually slow down with age or is that a myth? 

You will discover the science behind aging and how it affects our body's ability to burn fat.

We also reveal the main reasons why people find it increasingly more difficult to stay in shape after 50.

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