This episode dives into the evolution of fitness over the past 40+ years with host Thomas’ business mentor, Alan Weinberg.
Alan is a Medical Device Consultant who has experience in fitness on many levels and can attest to changes within the fitness and nutrition industry. This is a journey you do not want to miss!
Discussion Topics:
- Young habits & mindsets
- Old School Equipment (Isolation focused)
- Fitness regimens
- The need for functional movements
- Overcoming chronic pain & alternative treatments
Top-level Takeaways:
- Despite getting older and several injuries, Alan never stopped exercising...just adapted to it.
- Alan still gets a sense of physical and mental wellness after each workout at his age.
- Alan learned not to feel guilty if he missed a workout or had a dip in fitness...he just re-approached fitness with new routines to refresh the experience.
- Eat well! Great workouts with a poor diet don’t help with weight control or fitness.
Words of Wisdom:
- The way you treat yourself in your 20s & 30s will come back to you, including injuries and lack of a healthy diet
- Put good things into your life program
- Treat yourself well early so you can live well later
- With exercise & nutrition, you can cope to stress better
- Try to have fun, don’t forget to enjoy the journey