Best Alex and Gavyn Podcasts (2024)

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Why muscle cramps are more common among people over 40 and how to get relief [Ep.43] 11:42

9h ago11:42

11:42

Today I'm going to cover why cramps become more common as we age. Cramp can be really annoying and cause substantial disruption of your life... whether it be waking up at night with painful calf cramps or getting hamstring cramps when exercising. Most importantly you will also discover the time-tested strategies that have helped our clients get rel…

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9 ways to prevent injury when exercising after the age of 40 20:12

3d ago20:12

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Today I use my experience in physiotherapy to reflect on what the best strategies are to minimise the risk of sustaining an injury while doing physical training after 40. Let's face it - if you are active, which you should be, and exercise regularly injuries are a question of when, not if. However, it makes sense to do everything in your power to m…

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Some striking life expectancy and health stats from New Zealand 10:14

6d ago10:14

10:14

Today we are going to look at some interesting numbers. What is the current life expectancy in New Zealand and how do we compare to the rest of the world? But perhaps even more importantly we look into the quality of life or disability levels for older adults in this country. You see, for most people living longer doesn't mean much if you're really…

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Why is it so damn hard to lose weight? My whacky and yet logical and scientifically justified take on weight loss 12:55

9d ago12:55

12:55

In this episode I will hopefully be able to change your paradigm about weight-loss. I address the frustrations that so many people have about trying hard and failing to lose the weight they so desperately want to shed. I am putting things into perspective... and we take a quick historical detour in terms of how our bodies evolved over the millennia…

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Can you really overtrain after the age of 40? 19:22

20d ago19:22

19:22

Can you really overtrain or over-exercise after the age of 40? Today we explore the subject of doing too much or too soon or both. How common is overtraining after 40 and what are you chances of suffering from this problem? We will also discuss who is most likely at risk. You will discover various types of overtraining and the potential health prob…

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What you need to know about exercising with high blood pressure (hypertension) [Ep.38] 12:12

24d ago12:12

12:12

In this episode I will ask Gavyn Berntsen, our personal training expert with years of experience working with people over 40 some important questions about physical training and exercising for people with hypertension. It's important to note that Gavyn also completed a certificate from the Functional Aging Institute. We will discuss the proven bene…

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Exercising with a shoulder injury. Do's and dont's. And what to keep an eye out for 11:54

29d ago11:54

11:54

Today I use my 20 years physiotherapy experience to shed some light on the subject of exercising with a shoulder injury. You see, shoulder injuries become increasingly more common after the age of 40. However, not all shoulder injuries are the same... you may have a rotator cuff problem, frozen shoulder, arthritis... the list goes on. So is it safe…

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"My husband/wife needs to lose weight": does the partner-driven fitness approach work? 9:37

1M ago9:37

9:37

Today we explore the situations when the push to get on the fitness path comes predominantly from the partner, not from the person who needs it. I reflect on many of our experiences with this type of scenario. I discuss whether this can work and give my recommendations for when your partner needs help in the fitness department but is reluctant to d…

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Research says: you're not going to get motivated to workout until... [Ep.35] 11:51

2M ago11:51

11:51

A new piece of research has changed the way we understand motivation, particularly motivation in fitness. Motivation quite often is the major obstacle stopping you from achieving your desired goal. All of us have had days when we just "don't feel like it". We may put our exercises off till tomorrow... and, of course, tomorrow never comes. So how do…

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Robyn Livingston interview - a journey of achievement [Ep.34] 11:22

2M ago11:22

11:22

In this episode I interview Robyn, a Growing Younger member for over 18 months. She will share her story... her achievements so far, obstacles that she had to overcome on her fitness journey and what helped her to get through the tough times. She is one of many members who managed to transform their lives and want to encourage others to take action…

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5 factors to take into account when exercising after 40 [Ep.33] 13:28

2M ago13:28

13:28

There is no secret our bodies change as we age… Physical activities that used to be a “piece of cake” may now seem to be more of a challenge. But there are plenty of less obvious changes that you may not be aware of that lurk under the surface waiting for you to take one wrong step to come out. The good news is overwhelming amounts of research tell…

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Am I going to bulk up and look like a body builder if I do strength training [Ep.32] 10:33

3M ago10:33

10:33

So you have heard of the many benefits of strength training and you're thinking of starting on this path. But you might be hesitating because you don't want to bulk up and look like an "Arnie" with massive bulging biceps and chest muscles. In this episode I break down and explain if you have a risk of bulking up when you start resistance or strengt…

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3 Ways to Re-Start Your Fitness Journey After a Long (Christmas or otherwise) Break 9:22

3M ago9:22

9:22

In this episode I reveal the 3 strategies we use with our members to help them overcome procrastination and return to their fitness routine after the festive season or any long break. If you took a few weeks off during the Christmas break and especially if you managed to gain a couple of kilos over that time (this happens often) you may struggle to…

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Success vs failure in fitness - the ONE determining factor according to our member survey [Ep. 30] 9:39

4M ago9:39

9:39

What separates those people who set and achieve their fitness goals successfully in 2024 and those who don't? To our surprise our recent member survey revealed some very clear and for many unexpected results. We tried to compare those people who managed to get to their goals in 2023 and those who really struggled. The objective of this survey was t…

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How to set effective fitness goals in 2024 [Ep.29] 11:59

5M ago11:59

11:59

How to set effective fitness goals to maximise your chances of finally getting real results in 2024! Discover our 5 time-tested strategies of goal setting that will boost your chances of achieving them. These are the strategies that we have been employing at Growing Younger with our members. They are known to get real results time and time again. W…

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How to lose weight and get fit when you suffer from ongoing back pain [Ep. 28] 9:56

5M ago9:56

9:56

Back pain is very common. And obesity or being overweight is probably even more common... Especially when we talk about people over 40. So very often the 2 problems co-exist. And not only they co-exist, they compound each other. You see, back pain may stop you from doing many types of physical exercises so therefore, it makes it difficult to exerci…

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Is running good and safe as a way to keep fit for people over 40? [Ep. 27] 10:51

5M ago10:51

10:51

This no doubt has been one of the most controversial topics in the fitness industry for some time. There are a multitude of false beliefs wrapped about the subject of running... especially so when it comes to people over 40. Does it really cause damage to your knee and hip joints? is it really good for you? Or should you avoid it altogether? We are…

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Sarcopenia. Everyone gets it sooner or later... How to overcome it 12:41

7M ago12:41

12:41

In this episode we clarify what sarcopenia is... It simply refers to age-related muscle loss and everyone past the age of 40 is affected to a certain degree. Sarcopenia if left untreated may lead to significant loss of function and quality of life later in life. The good thing about sarcopenia is that is can be improved and even reversed but you ne…

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Exercising with knee pain. What to do when it hurts to do almost any leg workout 10:15

7M ago10:15

10:15

We created a couple of videos in the past on this topic which proved to be extremely popular on our social media channels so we thought it would be a great idea to do a podcast on the topic too. In my experience as a physiotherapist at least 4 out of 5 knee injuries over the age of 40 have at least something to do with a wear-and-tear process or ar…

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How often and how long you should be taking breaks for when training after 40 (Ep.24) 8:46

8M ago8:46

8:46

This time we discuss the topic of taking breaks. Letting your body recover while training is an essential ingredient for making progress and hitting your goals. At the end of the day strength training is literally causing micro-damage to your muscle fibres. And you get stronger when these muscle fibres repair in a stronger position. So allowing tim…

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5 dangerous fitness myths common among over 40's (Ep. 23) 12:37

8M ago12:37

12:37

In this episode we reveal the 5 very common myths people over 40 have that stunt their progress and lead to failure. We debunk these myths and explain why they are not factual. You will be surprised at some of these myths as several of them are held as unquestionable truth in the fitness industry. One of them relates to strength training for women …

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How to find extra 5 hours of free time per day to exercise & do the things you want (Ep.22) 10:25

9M ago10:25

10:25

In this episode Alex reveals a surprisingly simple way of freeing up your time each day to do the things that are most important such as exercising, cooking a healthy meal or spending quality time with your family. Alex will also share with the findings of a study that shows that indulging in just 1 hour of this activity will reduce your life by 22…

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Returning back to exercise after taking some time off - how to avoid injury (Ep. 21) 9:49

9M ago9:49

9:49

In this episode Alex discuss proven strategies on how to minimise the risk of injury when you're returning to your fitness routine after a lengthy time off. Getting back to exercising is one of the most common ways of hurting yourself because you assume that your body is still at the same level of fitness as you were before the break. That's why we…

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Are you a victim of the "next shiny object" syndrome? 9:20

10M ago9:20

9:20

Today we discuss one of the most common reasons why seemingly motivated people fail to achieve their goals... particularly when it comes to health and fitness. We discuss how easy it is to get off-track and the "cure" to stay focused and successfully get to your goal in a timely manner. With the abundance of information (both good and bad) through …

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Importance of vitamin D and how to get enough of it: interview with Dr. Kylie Vincent (Ep. 19) 19:04

10M ago19:04

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In this episode we discuss the little known secrets about vitamin D and how to make sure you get enough of it. In order to obtain the most up-to-date information we interviewed a well-known sports chiropractor Dr. Kylie Vincent. You will discover proven ways to ensure your body gets the maximum benefit from this essential vitamin and more. If you'r…

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Lyn's amazing health transformation experience. This time it's not a weight-loss story [Ep. 18] 14:38

11M ago14:38

14:38

In this interview Lyn talks about her amazing journey with Growing Younger. She reveals how she managed to increase her muscle strength and general fitness. Lyn also talks about what makes Growing Younger different and how the programme helped her to achieve her health goals. Lyn's story is particularly interesting to those people over 40 who are n…

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Osteoporosis. What you need to know and who is at risk? (Ep. 17) 8:41

11M ago8:41

8:41

In this episode we talk about osteoporosis and it's effects on your bone mass and strength. We discuss who is at risk and what you can do about it. Osteoporosis is a silent condition and in many cases you are not even aware you have it until it's too late. So who needs to get tested and be more proactive about it. Find out by listening to this epis…

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When and how to stretch for people over 40 (Ep. 16) 9:34

11M ago9:34

9:34

We try to unravel the confusion around stretching... When, how often and how you should stretch? What are the different types of stretching? What benefits are achieved by stretching regularly? And do you really need to stretch every time you do a workout? All answers are backed up by the latest research. All will be discussed and revealed during th…

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How to stay motivated to achieve your fitness goals after 40 10:18

12M ago10:18

10:18

Today we discuss the main obstacle on the way to your fitness goals... whether it is losing weight, getting fitter, stronger or boost energy levels. How to stay motivated to make it to the end and see your goals become reality? We all heard of people getting hyped up, motivated and joining a gym only to find themselves never attending the gym again…

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Exercising with Diabetes (Ep. 14) 9:56

12M ago9:56

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In this episode Gavyn gives his brilliant analogy to what happens to your blood sugar levels when you have diabetes and the role insulin plays in this. We also discuss the implication of this process on your ability to exercise. We also discuss whether you really should avoid all sugar and carbs if you have diabetes. You may be surprised by what Ga…

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Episode 13 - How to choose the right footwear for your getting fit journey to avoid injury 12:17

12M ago12:17

12:17

Alex shares his take on picking the right shoes for exercising especially when it comes to getting fit after the age of 40. and this is relevant to you even if you are not a a runner. Selecting correct shoes for your specific situation has become a science these days so Gavyn and Alex will attempt to demystify this topic and give you some simple an…

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Episode 12 - What types of exercise you need when you have arthritis 10:24

1y ago10:24

10:24

In this episode Gavyn and Alex discuss which types of physical exercise are optimal when you have arthritis in some of your joints. Alex uses his background in physiotherapy to reflect on the best exercise-based strategies to manage arthritis better, reduce or eliminate pain and boost your fitness levels. There are many schools of thought on this s…

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Do you need strength training after 40? 7:12

1y ago7:12

7:12

Gavyn and Alex combine their experience in physiotherapy and personal training to give you the best answer to this question. They make a pretty convincing case by quoting some medical research data to back up their point. Some of the specific things they go a little more in-depth on: - which type of strength training is better for you - what happen…

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Are carbs really bad for you? 8:43

1y ago8:43

8:43

Gavyn will share his expertise on the subject of carbs. Carbs are being vilified everywhere as the main reason for weight gain and obesity. But are carbohydrates really to blame? Or is it a little more complicated than that? Gavyn will explain in simple terms the science behind nutrition and the facts you need to know to make up your own mind about…

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Episode 9 - Is it OK to be in pain after a workout? 9:35

1y ago9:35

9:35

Today we discuss why you might be hurting after a gym session and if you should be concerned. Alex uses his knowledge of human physiology to explain in simple terms the concept of DOMS or post-exercise muscle soreness and wen you are most at risk. We also discuss specifically whether you have a higher risk of getting DOMS after the age of 40. If yo…

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Episode 8 - Growing Younger mission and why the fitness industry fails people over 40 10:41

1y ago10:41

10:41

In this episode Gavyn and Alex will discuss why we started doing what we are doing now. We reveal why we feel passionate about helping people over 40 to reach their full fitness and health potential. We also delve into what's wrong with the state of the fitness industry and why over 40's (especially those who are unfit and overweight and don't know…

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Episode 7 - How to prevent age-related joint stiffness after 40 [physiotherapist's opinion] 8:29

1y ago8:29

8:29

In this episode we dive into the question that would be very relevant to many people past their 4th decade of life. Some might be affected by stiffening joints more than others. Factors contributing may include genetics as well as lifestyle factors. Alex will share his opinion on what the causes are and the best strategies on reducing the likelihoo…

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Episode 6 - Bruce's Success Story. How to lose 27kg despite having a knee replacement and prostate surgery 12:48

1y ago12:48

12:48

Discover how Bruce managed to lose 27kg of excess weight at the age of 66... and he is now even done yet... His goal is to lose another 23kilos. Now, he managed to do this despite various health ailments such as having recently undergoing prostate surgery and getting a new knee joint. To learn just what helped him achieve these results... listen th…

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Episode 5 - Can you get fit & lose weight despite suffering from back pain 11:10

1y ago11:10

11:10

Do you suffer from recurrent back pain and feel that it stops you from exercising? In this episode we discuss whether you can still exercise and get fit despite having back issues. Alex utilises his experience as a physiotherapist to reveal safer ways of performing physical exercise, getting fitter and even losing excess weight without aggravating …

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Episode 4 - How to stay motivated on your journey of health and fitness 12:59

1y ago12:59

12:59

In this episode we discuss the well-tested strategies to stay motivated on your path to achieving your fitness goals... whether it is losing excess weight, getting stronger or simply future-proofing your body for the decades to come. Let's face it. Some days can be tough. We may feel tired, stressed, overwhelmed and it is easy to overlook the neces…

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Episode 3 - 5 common mistakes people over 40 make when starting to exercise after a long break 13:47

1y ago13:47

13:47

In this episode Gavyn and Alex discuss the common mistakes we see in people we work with who try to get back into fitness after a long break. We explain why the old saying "slow and steady wins the race" is very much relevant in this context. Alex uses his physiotherapy expertise to draw a connection between these mistakes and injuries that may res…

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Episode 2 - Jan's remarkable story of courage and recovery 12:31

1y ago12:31

12:31

In this episode we speak to Jan who was involved in a 160km/hr head-on car collision. She shares with us her heroic journey from devastation to recovery and getting her life back and the role strength training played in this. She also reveals what helped her get herself past the most difficult time in her life. If you're over 40 and want to turn yo…

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Why this podcast is a must-listen if you're over 40 and want to stay or get healthy - episode 1 - Introduction 6:46

1y ago6:46

6:46

In this introductory episode you will discover why the Growing Younger approach to health, losing excess weight, getting stronger and more confident after 40 is so reliable and produced results many times over in the past. If you are over 40 and want to get your health and fitness on-track without extreme exercise or draconian diets you might have …

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