Starting strength training after 40 can feel intimidating—especially when all the internet advice focuses on technical minutiae like deadlift angles or optimal rep ranges. But what if the biggest keys to success weren't about that at all? In this episode, you'll zoom out to the big picture and learn four foundational lessons that will make your strength journey more effective and sustainable from day one.

Using a year of personal experience learning to play the drums, this episode draws an insightful analogy between picking up a musical skill and building your strength training practice. If you've been unsure where to begin or find yourself stuck in perfectionist mode, this is the roadmap you've been missing. These aren't quick hacks—they're timeless mindset and behavior strategies that can keep you lifting for life.

What you'll learn in this episode:

• The type of mindset you need when starting something new

• The thing to seek out early – even if you're a total beginner

• What to let go of to find joy in the process

• Why these foundational lessons can help you stick with strength training when things get tough

• How to apply these ideas whether you're brand new to lifting or getting back into it after a break

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