How to Stay in Shape in Your 40s (Without Living at the Gym)
Spoiler: your 40s don’t mean game over. But your strategy? Needs an upgrade. What worked at 25 won’t work now, and that’s not a bad thing.
What Changes When You Enter Your 40s
Hormones shift
Recovery slows
Stress tolerance drops
Muscle becomes non-negotiable
You can still feel strong, sexy, and energized- you just need a smarter plan.
Here’s What Works
Strength train 3–4x/week
Focus on lifting heavy, not just sweating buckets.
Prioritize protein + sleep. Crucial for hormone support + recovery.
Ditch the all-or-nothing mindset.
Consistency > perfection. Always.
Cardio = strategic Not daily punishment. Not none at all. Just right-sized.
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