The 40+ Athlete

In today's episode, I'm breaking down HIIT - what makes it so effective, how to structure a HIIT session and how to maximize its fat-burning and fitness benefits.   ------------------- Start living your fittest life! Download 40+ Supplement Strategies for Maximizing Fitness Outcomes ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://elitefuel.activehosted.com/f/7     Products ⚡️Creatine: https://elitefuel.net/products/creatine 🐐 G...

Today we're talking about Zone 2 training. Zone 2 training is  exercising at 60-70% of your maximum heart rate. For example, if you are 50 years old, you would subtract 50 from 220 to get a maximum heart rate of 170 beats per minute with 60-70% being 102-119 beats per minute. Benefits of Zone 2 training: Increases aerobic capacity Increases fat metabolism Enhances recovery Builds endurance Improve...

The main difference between whey concentrate and isolate is the processing. Whey protein isolate undergoes more processing in order to isolate the protein from whey. The processing to isolate the protein component of whey, clears out a lot of lactose, fats, immunoglobulins, vitamins and minerals.  This is why a 20 gram serving of whey protein isolate will contain around 18 grams of protein, wherea...

From going to bed at 7:30pm to getting up at 4:00am, Dennis has had his sleep routine on lockdown for the last 30 years, but his fitness and eating habits were lacking. When fitness becomes a part of your daily routine, your quality of life drastically improves. Fifteen years ago Dennis did HIIT style workouts and ran his fair share of half marathons to maintain his job as a correction's officer,...

"Action creates motivation" a quote from one of Bradley Alcock's favorite authors, Mark Manson and words he lives by. Bradley was on a team that went to the CF Games in 2016 and he competed as an individual a few years later in the 35-39 division. At 41, he is chasing after his dream of playng in the sandbox again with the fittest people in the world. He placed 10th in the Open and 12th in the qua...

Creatine is most often associated with strength and muscle mass, but what's often overlooked is its metabolic benefits. One of the hallmarks of healthy aging is efficiently getting sugar out of the blood and into the muscle cells for use or storage.  This is also one of the processes that gets downgraded in the aging process. However, c reatine can help! It can improve insulin sensitivity and move...

Today, I'm chatting with Cheryl Brost, a CrossFit Master's athlete who won the 50-54 division in 2023. She's qualified for the CrossFit Games 12x and competed in the Games 10x. She's experienced injuries and setbacks but has persevered and is fitter than ever at 52. In fact, she just recently had a PR in the workout, Grace. As she shares, anything is possible with consistency. She started CrossFit...

In today's episode, we're talking to Tom Mulbeier. A 5x CrossFit Games Master's athlete who transformed his life through fitness. As he says, no matter what type of exercise you enjoy, "consistency is the key". In this interview, he shares his body stats from what they were 10 years ago to what they are today.  He's a good example of how to age in reverse. Although you may see Tom at the CrossFit...

On today's podcast, I'm talking to Ian Gerrish, a former bull rider, who now stays fit through cycling and CrossFit. He not only works 10+ hours/5 days a week and has a family, but finds time to make fitness a priority so that he can enjoy his grandkids and the great outdoors. ------------------- Start living your fittest life! Download the EF Fit Guide  ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://go.elitefuel.net/fitguide  ...

Today, I'm talking to Jim Carkner, a former Green Beret, husband, Dad, and financial advisor who found CrossFit when his pants let him know that he wasn't the fit beret that he used to be. He recently took 2nd at Wodapalooza in the Master's 50-54 division and is hoping to compete in the Master's division at the CrossFit Games. He shares not only about his fitness journey but how he changed his eat...

In today's episode we're discussing supplemental nutrition strategies to enhance recovery, so you can get the most out of each workout.    Specifically, we're talking about Goat Whey and Optimal Aminos, what the benefits are and when to take them.   We want to be able to train at our highest level possible and continue to perform when we walk out of the gym.  ------------------- Start living your...

In today's episode we're discussing supplemental nutrition strategies to enhance recovery, so you can get the most out of each workout.    We want to be able to train at our highest level possible and continue to perform when we walk out of the gym.  ------------------- Start living your fittest life! Download the EF Fit Guide  ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://go.elitefuel.net/fitguide     Products 🐐 Goat Whey Pro...

In today's episode, I sit down with my 69 yr old Dad and chat about all things CrossFit.  We discuss how he got into CrossFit in his late 50's and even competed in the CrossFit Games as a Master's athlete 5x. ------------------- Start living your fittest life! Download the EF Fit Guide  ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://go.elitefuel.net/fitguide     Products 🐐 Goat Whey Protein Powder: https://elitefuel.net/product...

In today's episode, we're talking about when and how to take Creatine.  If you want to build muscle strength, recover faster from workouts, become more resistant to both physical and mental fatigue, then you may want to consider Creatine. What Can You Mix Creatine With? How Much Should You Take? Do You Need To Do A Loading Phase Of Creatine? What Time Of Day Should You Take It? How Often Should I...

I think across the board there are things we can do to help ourselves or if you are a coach or trainer, your 40+ athletes. For starters, it is really important to set goals.  Make sure these athletes can see where they are, where they are going and when they get to their goal be sure to look back and remind them of the gains they have made.  Rarely do I see individuals pulling or tearing muscles,...

In today's episode, w e'll dive deeper into sleep (the best growth hormone), how improvising our workouts builds adaptation, why food is information, the necessity of accountability, and the details that can make all of the difference. ------------------- Start living your fittest life! Download the EF Fit Guide  ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://go.elitefuel.net/fitguide     Products 🐐 Goat Whey Protein Powder: ht...

In this week's episode of the The 40+ Athlete, I'm talking about Strength Training and the Immune System.   As we head into the fall season, there may be a few more sniffles around you, but you don't have to succumb to them. You can maintain a strong immune system with your food inputs and exercise output. Strength training supports the immune system but only if its not overdone or you have the ti...

in today's episode we are talking about the benefits of whey protein concentrate. The reason most people use whey protein isolate over whey protein concentrate is that there is more protein in the isolate vs the concentrate.  Other than that, isolates, because of the heavy processing really are isolated from so many of the health benefits that come from whey protein concentrate. Whey protein in it...

In today's episode, we're talking about the importance and beneftis of hydration especially for aging athletes. Without proper hydration blood flow to all muscles whether it's your quadriceps or heart muscle can be compromised, making your ability to perform less-than-optimal. Hydration can become more challenging as we age, making it essential to understand the unique needs of the over 40 athlete...

In today's episode, we're talking about the importance of strong bones and strong muscle and why we want to engage in full range of motion exercises.  Maintaining bone strength and joint mobility is the foundation of an active life. This is why I promote full range of motion exercises when doing strength training.   The greater the range of motion, the greater strength you have through that whole...

In today's episode, we are discussing the many and ever growing benefits of creatine supplementation for adults over 40 years of age. If you are in this category, which I am, maintaining physical and cognitive vitality becomes increasingly important.  Creatine is an intriguing supplement that has been studied extensively for its potential benefits not only for those who perform in athletics for a...

In today's episode, we're talking about creatine and some of the misconceptions surrounding it. You'll also find out why you may want to take it and how much to take.   Read more about how Creatine why and how it works here - https://elitefuel.net/blogs/news/creatine-protein-powder-clearing-up-the-confusion Sign-up to be notified when our Creatine product is available https://elitefuel.activehoste...

Today, I'm talking to Sam Kwant and how he's feeling going into the CrossFit Games. In case you aren't familiar with Sam's CrossFit journey, he got into CrossFit in 2014 and is a five-time Games athlete competing in the 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, and 2022 CrossFit Games. He came in 2nd at the 2020 Games, making him the Fittest Dad On Earth and 2nd Fittest Man On Earth! He came in 4th last year and th...

Today's episode is from a  mini-teaching I did on amino acids for our Elite Fuel ambassadors. You'll learn aobut the difference between essential amino acids and branch chain amino acids. With essential amino acids, you can get consistent results with recovery and maintaining the stimulus of protein synthesis to build and repair tissues. Goat Whey, chicken, turkey, beef, pork, contain essential am...

Elite Fuel is a story about relationships. The Elite Fuel story is one of relationships, supporting one another, and cutting zero corners. If you have a dream or aspiration, consider your relationships. Go ask questions of people in your life, you'll likely be shocked at the connections that are available, especially when you start looking for them.  If you are a health-conscious athlete, you're i...