On episode 712 of the 40+ Fitness Podcast, Coach Allan welcomes Jacqueline Hooten, a personal trainer and fitness tutor with over 20 years of experience, to discuss her book Strong: The Definitive Guide to Active Aging. Together, they dive into what it truly means to “age strong,” focusing on how strength training, maintaining boundaries, and prioritizing our own wellness can transform the second half of life.
Jacqueline shares her expertise on the importance of staying strong—not just for aesthetics, but to perform, function, and feel our best as we age. She shines a light on the realities of muscle and bone loss (sarcopenia and osteopenia), and why both men and women should prioritize strength and movement. Plus, Allan and Jacqueline talk about the crucial role of setting boundaries—what Jacqueline calls “ring fencing” time for yourself—and why it’s often the hardest, yet most important, change to make.
This episode is packed with actionable advice for building a balanced fitness program that covers all the key components—cardiovascular health, strength, flexibility, agility, and more.
Time Stamps:
09:25 Health Over Numbers
11:16 Addressing Caregiver Shortage Crisis
15:48 Lunchtime Workout Strategy
18:42 Generational Boundaries and Responsibilities
22:51 Fitness Components Overview
26:19 Holistic Fitness Through Smart Training
30:11 Aging and Muscle Loss
33:31 Osteoporosis: Genetics vs. Strength Training
34:56 Fitness Key to Injury Recovery
37:24 Hydration Importance During Exercise
41:07 Menopause Linked to Shoulder Pain
45:42 Rapid Recovery Surprises PT
47:16 Strength Training's Role in Recovery
51:32 Avoiding Injury Through Balanced Training
55:53 Inclusive Fitness: Beginner to Advanced
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