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The Never Too Old to Lift Podcast

Have you heard that strength training is something you should consider doing as you get older?  That is great to know, but you are probably left feeling overwhelmed with no idea how or where to start.

The Never Too Old to Lift Podcast will help you start your very own strength training journey. As a physiotherapist, I recognise that taking that first step is often the hardest part. I'll give theory and insights in how to get started with strength training as an older adult. I interview experts in related fields, such as nutritionists, menopause experts, etc. 

Then you'll hear the inspiring stories of others who found the joy of resistance training later on in life. They share the challenges they faced getting started, how they overcame them, and the benefits (both in and out of the gym) that they've noticed as a result of building their muscle strength.

The loss of muscle strength as we age (a process called sarcopenia) has been associated with increased symptoms of arthritis, menopause, respiratory disease, cardiac disease, dementia, diabetes, and increased risk of falls.  Incorporating strength training into your weekly routine can help counter these and improve bone density and muscle mass. Not only that, you'll have the strength to enjoy the long and active retirement that you've been looking forward to for so long.

Self-Improvement Education Wellness Health & Fitness Fitness
Update frequency
every 6 days
Average duration
37 minutes
Episodes
21
Years Active
2025
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Osteoporosis, Slant Boards & Breaking Training Plateaus: September Q&A - Ep 021

Osteoporosis, Slant Boards & Breaking Training Plateaus: September Q&A - Ep 021

🎙️ Episode 21: Welcome to my September live Q&A episode, where I tackle three important questions about strength training for older adults. This episode covers essential topics from osteoporosis, sla…
00:40:39  |   Wed 03 Sep 2025
Starting Weight Training at 71 Years Old: Steve's Story - Ep 020

Starting Weight Training at 71 Years Old: Steve's Story - Ep 020

🎙️ Episode 20: Steve's Strength Journey at 71
Meet Steve, a 71-year-old, who proves it's never too late to start strength training. In this inspiring conversation, Steve shares his honest journey from…
01:01:21  |   Wed 27 Aug 2025
Can I Start Strength Training at Home? (And What Equipment Do I Actually Need) - Ep 019

Can I Start Strength Training at Home? (And What Equipment Do I Actually Need) - Ep 019

🎙️ Episode 19: The #1 objection I hear from people interested in strength training? "I don't want to join a gym." If this sounds like you, this episode is exactly what you need to hear.
In this solo e…
00:17:57  |   Wed 20 Aug 2025
From Scared to Strong: How to Start Lifting Weights After 55 - Ep 018

From Scared to Strong: How to Start Lifting Weights After 55 - Ep 018

🎙️ Episode 18: Ever felt like you're just "not a gym person"? This episode will change your mind.
Join Chris as he interviews Betsy Spieler, a physical therapist with over 25 years of experience speci…
00:58:50  |   Wed 13 Aug 2025
Tempo Training, Protein Myths & Training After an Injury: August Q&A - Ep 017

Tempo Training, Protein Myths & Training After an Injury: August Q&A - Ep 017

🎙️ Episode 17: August Q&A
Welcome to the August Q&A session! While this episode was originally planned as a live session, childcare challenges meant I've recorded it to ensure I could still address al…
00:29:34  |   Mon 11 Aug 2025
The 7-Step Framework to Start Strength Training as a Senior - Ep 016

The 7-Step Framework to Start Strength Training as a Senior - Ep 016

🎙️ Episode 16: Feel lost and overwhelmed by all the conflicting strength training advice online? This episode is your roadmap home.

If you've ever walked into a gym feeling completely confused about w…
00:25:11  |   Wed 30 Jul 2025
Why Women Over 50 Struggle with Exercise (And What Actually Works) - Ep 015

Why Women Over 50 Struggle with Exercise (And What Actually Works) - Ep 015

🎙️ Episode 15: If you're a woman over 40 who's been putting off strength training or struggling to stick with exercise, this episode is one that you won't want to miss.

I'm joined by Michelle Lyons, a…
01:10:32  |   Wed 23 Jul 2025
Motivation is Overrated: What You Actually Need to Build Strength as an Older Adult - Ep 014

Motivation is Overrated: What You Actually Need to Build Strength as an Older Adult - Ep 014

🎙️ Episode 14: Have you ever wondered why some people seem to effortlessly maintain their strength training routine while others constantly start and stop? The answer isn't about motivation, willpowe…
00:19:00  |   Wed 16 Jul 2025
Menopause, Surgery, and Setbacks: How to Come Back Stronger Every Time - Ep 013

Menopause, Surgery, and Setbacks: How to Come Back Stronger Every Time - Ep 013

🎙️ Episode 13: In this powerful episode, Chris Tiley sits down with Shirley Stewart, a 58-year-old fitness coach whose story perfectly embodies the message that you're never too old to get stronger, …
01:23:13  |   Wed 09 Jul 2025
Training Frequency, Muscle Soreness & Equipment-Free Progressions - Ep 012

Training Frequency, Muscle Soreness & Equipment-Free Progressions - Ep 012

🎙️ Episode 12:
🏋️‍♀️ Never Too Old to Lift - July Live Q&A with Physiotherapist Chris Tiley
Welcome to my July live Q&A session, where I tackle your most important questions about strength training fo…
00:38:13  |   Wed 02 Jul 2025
I'm not a Gym Person... Yet: Changing your Beliefs - Ep 011

I'm not a Gym Person... Yet: Changing your Beliefs - Ep 011

🎙️ Episode 11: Have you ever caught yourself saying "I'm just not a gym person" or "I can't do strength training"? In this episode, physiotherapist Chris Tiley reveals why our limiting beliefs work e…
00:09:37  |   Wed 25 Jun 2025
From Health Scare to Medication Free: Starting Strength Training at 62 - Ep 010

From Health Scare to Medication Free: Starting Strength Training at 62 - Ep 010

🎙️ Episode 10: In this inspiring episode of the Never Too Old to Lift podcast, host Chris welcomes Kim, who began her strength training journey at age 62. 

After years of avoiding weights due to fears…
00:37:07  |   Wed 18 Jun 2025
The 7 Essential Movement Patterns Every Older Adult Should Master - Ep 009

The 7 Essential Movement Patterns Every Older Adult Should Master - Ep 009

🎙️ Episode 9: Are you wondering which exercises to include in your strength training program? In this episode of The Never Too Old to Lift Podcast, Chris breaks down the fundamental movement patterns…
00:21:31  |   Wed 11 Jun 2025
Hip Replacements, Bulging Discs & Varicose Veins: Your Strength Training Questions Answered - Ep 008

Hip Replacements, Bulging Discs & Varicose Veins: Your Strength Training Questions Answered - Ep 008

🎙️ Episode 8: Welcome to this comprehensive live Q&A session where physiotherapist Chris Tiley tackles your most pressing questions about strength training for older adults. Whether you're dealing wi…
00:58:54  |   Wed 04 Jun 2025
Why Age Makes Strength Training More Challenging - Ep 007

Why Age Makes Strength Training More Challenging - Ep 007

🎙️ Episode 7: While it's true that you can build muscle strength at any age, starting strength training in your 50s, 60s, and beyond comes with unique challenges that make the journey more difficult …
00:16:47  |   Wed 28 May 2025
The Unexpected Gift of a Torn Meniscus: Finding Strength at 66 - Ep 006

The Unexpected Gift of a Torn Meniscus: Finding Strength at 66 - Ep 006

🎙️ Episode 6: "I feel more confident wherever I go. I feel stronger... I stand taller. I just now have a different air about me."

In this inspiring episode of The Never Too Old to Lift podcast, host C…
00:43:46  |   Wed 21 May 2025
Defeating Decision Fatigue: Why Exercise Plans Actually Work - Ep 005

Defeating Decision Fatigue: Why Exercise Plans Actually Work - Ep 005

🎙️ Episode 5: Are you constantly battling with workout motivation? In this bite-sized but powerful episode, Chris reveals two strategies that can transform your fitness journey.

Discover why structure…
00:12:56  |   Wed 14 May 2025
The Right Dose: How Much Strength Training Do Older Adults Need? - Ep 004

The Right Dose: How Much Strength Training Do Older Adults Need? - Ep 004

🎙️ Episode 4 – Join Chris, a physiotherapist, for the first live Q&A episode of The Never Too Old to Lift podcast! In this episode, Chris answers important questions for older adults looking to start…
00:33:22  |   Thu 08 May 2025
Midlife Nutrition: Eating for Strength and Vitality - Ep 003

Midlife Nutrition: Eating for Strength and Vitality - Ep 003

🎙️ Episode 3 – In this information-packed episode, we sit down with sports nutritionist Catriona Courtney to tackle the most pressing nutrition questions from our Never Too Old to Lift community. Dis…
01:14:48  |   Wed 07 May 2025
Strength Training 101: The Real Way to Build Muscle After 50 - Ep 002

Strength Training 101: The Real Way to Build Muscle After 50 - Ep 002

🎙️ Episode 2 – In this informative episode of The Never Too Old to Lift Podcast, host Chris breaks down the fundamentals of muscle strength training specifically for older adults. He addresses common…
00:19:43  |   Tue 29 Apr 2025
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