Fitness Coaching

There’s something incredibly powerful about stepping into your 40s and realizing you get to rewrite the rules. Fitness isn’t about punishment anymore. It’s about power, preservation, and presence. But truthfully? I wish someone had pulled me aside and told me these five things a little earlier.

Whether you’re just getting started or you’re evolving your routine, here are five lessons I’ve learned and I hope they inspire you, too.

1. Recovery Isn’t Optional, It’s Essential

In my 20s, I could get away with skipping warm-ups, pushing through burnout, and pretending rest days were for the weak. Now? Recovery is the workout. Mobility, foam rolling, stretching, sleep, and rest days are what allow me to show up stronger not slower.

Your body is still capable just a little more opinionated about how it wants to be treated.

2. Strength Training Is Non-Negotiable

Cardio has its place, but strength training is the real fountain of youth. Lifting weights isn’t just about aesthetics, it protects your bones, boosts metabolism, balances hormones, and builds confidence from the inside out. You won’t get bulky, you’ll get resilient.

Muscle is your metabolism’s best friend and your joint’s greatest ally.

3. You Have to Train Smarter, Not Harder

Pushing harder doesn’t always lead to better results. In fact, overdoing it can backfire in your 40s. Now I focus on intentional movement, proper form, and structured plans that honor my body’s cues. Quality > quantity, every time.

Don’t chase exhaustion. Chase efficiency and alignment.

4. Your Mindset Matters More Than Ever

At this stage, fitness isn’t just physical it’s deeply mental. It’s about showing up on hard days. Letting go of perfection. Refusing to compare your journey to someone else’s. This is about longevity, joy, and ownership of your body. And honestly? That’s where the real magic lives.

You don’t need to prove anything. Just keep showing up.

5. The Goal Is Energy, Not Aesthetics

The real flex? Feeling good in your body. Waking up with energy. Being strong enough to carry your groceries or play with your kids. Looking good is a bonus. Feeling good is the goal.

Fall in love with what your body can do not just how it looks.

Fitness after 40 is a reclamation. It’s not about bouncing back—it’s about moving forward, with grace, grit, and wisdom. If you’re starting (or restarting), you’re right on time.

No shame. No guilt. Just steady progress, one day at a time.

You’ve got this. And I’ve got you. 🤍