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If you’re over 50 and living in Reigate, chances are you’ve noticed your body changing, your metabolism slowing down, your joints feeling stiffer, or your energy dropping faster than it used to. Many of the clients who come to see me at Reigate Over 50 & Strong describe the same thing: “I feel older than I am… and I don’t like it.” But here’s the good news: You can reverse a surprising amount of those changes, and strength training is the most effective way to do it.

Strength training is essential as we age. Work with a specialist personal trainer in Reigate to build strength, mobility and confidence over 50. Book a free session.

Strength training is essential as we age. Work with a specialist personal trainer in Reigate to build strength, mobility and confidence over 50. Book a free session.

If you’re over 50, you’ve probably noticed how much harder it is to stay consistent with your fitness routine. Life gets busy. Energy levels dip. The body doesn’t recover quite as fast as it used to. But what if building strength didn’t require an hour in the gym, or an all-or-nothing mindset? What if it simply started with 25 squats a day?

When you were younger, exercise was about looking good, dropping a few pounds, or getting fit for summer. But once you hit your 50s, everything changes. You no longer train just to look better, you train to stay independent, energetic, pain-free and to protect your future quality of life.

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Today, we're delving into a subject that may alter your perspective on motivation: triggers. If you've ever found yourself saying, "I know what I should be doing, I just can't seem to do it consistently," this one's for you.

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In this episode of The Resilient Life blog, coach Chris Deavin emphasises that improving health isn’t solely about adopting new habits but also involves recognising what to stop doing. A significant barrier is overthinking, which can drain energy and hinder progress. Instead, taking small, consistent actions—like a few body-weight squats daily—can lead to lasting change.

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