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31 Ways To Look And Act Younger
Would you like to seem a little younger? Does time seem like it is passing you by? Well it’s never too late to change. The brain and body are capable of significant change right up to death. The problem is our mindset and self-belief switch off way before then. The old adage that we are only as old as well feel is very true. We feel old because we stop doing, stop laughing, stop being mischievous and spontaneous and then it becomes all too hard and the excuses start to flow. It’s much better than arguing with our self-talk or admitting that we aren’t actually trying to improve or even maintain our vitality.
If you would like to reclaim some of your fitness and figure from your youth, this is one article from TFW Founder Martin Rooney you cannot afford to skip. Read this and not only will you get a little laugh, but you will also get a big idea how to improve your health.
Remember health is your greatest wealth!
Coach Tracy
Warrior,
Whenever I present, I am always honoured to take photos at the end of the show. If you have seen photos of me or from coaches at TFW’s, you have probably noticed our signature “warrior face” pose.
This is a growling face with my hands up like a fighter (often with a warrior yell thrown in for effect too!) I don’t do the face to be angry, I do it to have fun.
Although striking a pose and making some noise is more entertaining than just standing still, many people have to be prodded into doing it. Once they hit the pose, however, you can see they get a quick taste of how fun it is to act like a kid again.
That got me wondering if there are any other negatives you experience by “growing up.”
When I am traveling, I can often be found pulling off what might be considered some “childish” acts. Whether it is performing 20 jumps to get a great photo in front of a famous monument, riskily climbing up on a statue, or taking on a food challenge with some local delicacy, I notice most people my age choose to stand and watch.
You know the drill: they watch and seem to enjoy it, but aren’t involved. Kind of like those parents that sit out of the “splash zone” at Sea World as if there is an unwritten rule that older people no longer enjoy getting wet.
Don’t get me wrong. Having 4 young daughters (and a few more grey hairs!) is a daily reminder there are ways I too have “gotten old.”
For as much running around as I do, I have also found myself standing on side of a playground scrolling through emails, waiting while my kids take a fifth consecutive trip on a roller coaster and puzzling over why their math homework got too difficult.
This had me wondering once again, what should stay and what should get removed from your life when you go from being a “kid” to a “grown up.”
Since there is no manual here are my ideas on how to grow up while still staying young.
Good Ways To Grow Up
When you enter adulthood, there are some things you did as a kid that are probably wise to stop.
Whether it was eating 3 Big Macs (yes I did it!) or not cleaning my bathroom towel or bedroom sheets for months (yes I did those too!) when you “grow up” there is a point some things should go away.
Here is a quick list of other things you may have done when you were younger that you should have stopped doing by now:
• Sleeping Away The Weekend
• Binge Drinking
• Binge Eating
• Smoking
• Only Cleaning Up When Someone Is Coming Over
• Hours Spent On Video Games
• Hours Spent On TV Cartoons
• Living With Your Parents
• Asking Your Parents For Money
• Having Your Parents Do Your Wash
• Eating Lots Of Candy
• Drinking Lots Of Soda
• Partying For Multiple Days In A Row
• Skipping Class
• Hour Long Phone Conversations About Nothing
Even though that list may put a smile on your face as you remember some of the “good old days,” the good news is you hopefully removed most of these items from your life as you got older.
The bad news?
There are some things you probably did in your youth that should not have been removed and some that still need to go.
Let’s start with the stuff you once did that should have stayed:
Good Ways To Stay Young
You may have packed your toys and trophies away, but there are some youthful ways to keep your inner kid alive.
Yes, getting rid of your torn tee shirts or heart throb posters was a good idea, but there are some other “childish” habits that weren’t. If you haven’t done any of these in a while, time to get going before it gets too late:
• Ride A Bike
• Climb A Tree
• Sing Your Favourite Song…LOUD
• Dance Like No One Is Watching
• Paint A Picture
• Read A Book
• Play A Sport
• Go For A Swim
• Try Something New
Childish Habits That Still Need To Go
Do you think people should get overweight or weaker as they get older? I don’t!
Just because you grew up doesn’t mean you have to look and act old. People don’tlose strength because they got old, they got weak because they stopped using strength!
Just like your car might have once been filled with garbage and smelled like a locker room, there are some things you did as a kid that don’t work anymore.
Here is a list of things you may have gotten away with that need to go:
• Lots Of Caffeine
• Lots Of Sugar
• Never Flossing
• Staying Up All Night
• Didn’t Save Money
• Skipping Workouts
• Sitting Around For Hours
• All Your Meals Got Cooked In A Microwave
When you were a kid, the only vegetable you may have known was a couch potato, but you need to be smarter than that.
When you were young you might have had a smaller expectation for your health.
Just because you got away with candy, soda and fast food doesn’t mean it’s still the right thing to do.
Ironically, paying more attention to your health will be the way to keep the kid alive inside of you.
Just because you are not a kid anymore doesn’t mean you always have to act like it!
Grow Up!
Martin
http://www.trainingforwarriors.com/
**If you would like to see how we can help you stay young or revive your youth and vitality take a look at our upcoming 8 Week Warrior Challenge which kicks off on the 2nd of October 2017 at TFW Coffs Coast.
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𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗕𝗲 𝗗𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝘄𝘀
Most people use barbells for heavy lifts. But what if you could build strength, power, coordination, and endurance—all at once?
𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗯𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝗳𝗹𝗼𝘄𝘀.
Instead of isolated lifts, barbell flows transition smoothly between exercises, creating a full-body, high-intensity workout.
𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆’𝗿𝗲 𝗮 𝗚𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿:
🔥 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 & 𝗔𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗺
Moving through different planes of motion sharpens your reflexes, control, and balance.
💪 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵 & 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿
Engage more muscles at once while developing explosive transitions. Perfect for fighters, lifters, and athletes.
🧠 𝗘𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝘆 & 𝗙𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀
Remembering sequences improves cognitive function, making barbell flows a workout for your body AND brain.
🔥 𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗻 𝗙𝗮𝘁 & 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴
The continuous movement spikes your heart rate, torches calories, and builds endurance fast.
🦾 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 & 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵
Flows take your body through full ranges of motion, improving flexibility and stability.
T𝗿𝘆 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗦𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝘄:
✅ Deadlift → Hang Clean → Push Press → Reverse Lunge → Squat- Reverse Curl: Repeat
🔥 Perform 4-8 reps of each move, flowing through for 3-5 rounds with minimal rest.
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁? A complete workout that builds strength, power, endurance, and mobility—all in one seamless sequence.
Are you adding barbell flows to your training? Drop a 🔥 in the comments!
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𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗕𝗲 𝗗𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝘄𝘀
Most people use barbells for heavy lifts. But what if you could build strength, power, coordination, and endurance—all at once?
𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗯𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝗳𝗹𝗼𝘄𝘀.
Instead of isolated lifts, barbell flows transition smoothly between exercises, creating a full-body, high-intensity workout.
𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆’𝗿𝗲 𝗮 𝗚𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿:
🔥 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 & 𝗔𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗺
Moving through different planes of motion sharpens your reflexes, control, and balance.
💪 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵 & 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿
Engage more muscles at once while developing explosive transitions. Perfect for fighters, lifters, and athletes.
🧠 𝗘𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝘆 & 𝗙𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀
Remembering sequences improves cognitive function, making barbell flows a workout for your body AND brain.
🔥 𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗻 𝗙𝗮𝘁 & 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴
The continuous movement spikes your heart rate, torches calories, and builds endurance fast.
🦾 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 & 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵
Flows take your body through full ranges of motion, improving flexibility and stability.
T𝗿𝘆 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗦𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝘄:
✅ Deadlift → Hang Clean → Push Press → Reverse Lunge → Squat- Reverse Curl: Repeat
🔥 Perform 4-8 reps of each move, flowing through for 3-5 rounds with minimal rest.
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁? A complete workout that builds strength, power, endurance, and mobility—all in one seamless sequence.
Are you adding barbell flows to your training? Drop a 🔥 in the comments!
#BarbellFlows #StrengthTraining #AthleticPerformance #BarbellWorkouts #Conditioning #PowerAndMobility #FitnessInnovation #tfwcoffscoast #personalisedsmallgrouptraining #trainingforwarriors #coffsfitness #Coffs #coffsspecialisttrainingteam #bestgymincoffs #fitness #tfw #thedojo #tfwfamilia
🔥 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗷𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗲 𝗠𝗲𝗻 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟰𝟬 – 𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗺! 🔥
As we hit our 40s and beyond, our bodies don’t recover like they used to. Many Australian men suffer from nagging injuries that limit their ability to work, train, and enjoy life. But here’s the good news: the right exercises and specialist techniques can help you move better, feel stronger, and stay injury-free!
The Most Common Injuries in Men Over 40
🚑 Lower Back Pain – Often caused by weak core muscles, poor posture, and years of improper lifting.
🚑 Knee Pain – poor movement patterns and muscle imbalances, arthritis, or old sports injuries.
🚑 Shoulder Injuries – Rotator cuff strains and impingements are common, especially in desk workers, weekend warriors and tradies.
𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴
✅ Mobility & Flexibility Work – Gentle stretching and mobility drills keep your joints moving freely.
✅ Strength Training – Building muscle around vulnerable areas (like knees and shoulders) protects against future injuries.
✅ Proper Technique & Coaching – Guided, science-backed exercises ensure you’re training safely and effectively.
At TFW Coffs Coast, we specialize in helping men over 40 regain strength, eliminate pain, and stay active for life. Our holistic approach includes exercise, nutrition, mindset, and expert coaching so you can keep doing what you love—𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗶𝗻𝗷𝘂𝗿𝘆 𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸.
💬 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗴𝗴𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻𝗷𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀? 𝗗𝗿𝗼𝗽 𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝗠 𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘄𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽!
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𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗚𝗧𝗛 𝗔𝗙𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝟰𝟬: 𝗦𝗖𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗦𝗔𝗬𝗦 "𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗖𝗔𝗡 𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗢𝗡𝗚𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗡 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗥!"
You might be aging, but that doesn’t mean you have to be weaker.
Most men over 40 assume that losing strength and energy is inevitable—but science tells a different story.
🔬 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘁𝗵:
✅ Muscle loss is preventable. Studies show that resistance training can rebuild muscle mass even in men over 70 (Fiatarone et al., 1994).
✅ Testosterone levels don’t have to drop dramatically. Strength training has been shown to increase natural testosterone production (West & Phillips, 2012).
✅ Your metabolism doesn’t have to slow down. The more muscle you have, the more calories you burn at rest (Wolfe, 2006).
At Training for Warriors - Coffs Coast, we help men reclaim their strength, energy, and confidence through a science-backed approach.
💥 Comment “STRONG” if you’re ready to fight back against aging.
📚 𝙎𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙘𝙚𝙨:
Fiatarone, M. A., et al. (1994). Exercise training for frailty in elderly men. NEJM.
West, D. W., & Phillips, S. M. (2012). Exercise and testosterone. Eur J Appl Physiol.
Wolfe, R. R. (2006). Muscle`s role in metabolism. AJCN.
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🔥 𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗢𝗡𝗚(𝗛𝗘𝗥) & 𝗨𝗡𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗣𝗣𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘! 🔥
What an absolute privilege it was to coach these incredible women in today’s Strong(her) Class. Week after week, they show up, put in the work, and prove that strength isn’t just about muscles—it’s about resilience, confidence, and pushing through whatever life throws their way. 💪✨
This stage of life comes with challenges, but these warriors aren’t backing down. They’re lifting, sweating, and thriving—rewriting the script on what’s possible. The best part? They’re not just getting stronger in the gym; they’re getting stronger for LIFE. 🚀
To all the women out there who feel like their bodies are changing faster than they can keep up—know this: You are not alone, and you are more powerful than you think. 🔥 Keep lifting. Keep fighting. Keep showing up.
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Look at these jazz hands! 🎷💥 Our crew is out here eating the early worm and getting that huge dopamine hit with their Barbell Complex grind at the crack of dawn! 🏋️♂️🔥
💪 Early mornings = serious gains, serious energy, and serious vibes. This squad doesn`t just wake up — they level up. ⏰
Who needs coffee when you’ve got this much fire before 7AM? 🔥💥
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𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗕𝗲 𝗮 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗼𝗿𝘀 - 𝗖𝗼𝗳𝗳𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝘀𝘁? 💪
✅ Expert & Highly Qualified Coaches: Our dedicated Coaches are here to guide you on your fitness journey, offering personalised support every step of the way. 🧑🏫💬
✅ Diverse Workouts: From heart-pumping cardio 🏃♂️ to strength-building sessions 🏋️♀️, we provide a range of classes to keep you motivated and engaged. We plan and care for your health, injury, hormone needs, muscle building and fat loss goals, so you don`t need to.
✅ Inclusive Community: At TFW - Coffs Coast, everyone is welcome! 🙌 We celebrate diversity and embrace individuals of all fitness levels and backgrounds. With our global passports 🌎, you can train almost anywhere in the world, knowing you’re welcome and cared for with the same expertise.
✅ Fun Events: Join us for fitness challenges, themed workouts, and community events 🎉 that make every session exciting and enjoyable.
✅ Results-Driven: Your goals are our goals. We`re committed to helping you achieve and surpass your fitness aspirations. 🏆
✅ Education: We teach you everything you need to know, using the NEWEST cutting-edge science-based protocols and research. 🧬📚 We stay up-to-date with the latest science, literature, and ongoing training to be both the safest and best-educated hands in the business. Our skills, methods, and tools are those you’d typically only find in universities and big city facilities!
Ready to transform not just your body but your entire lifestyle? Join Training for Warriors - Coffs Coast and become a valued member of our fitness family. Let’s crush goals, break barriers, and celebrate victories together! 🔥
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“𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗜𝗳 𝗜 𝗗𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗟𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗼𝘂𝘁? 😬”
The truth is, exercise isn’t one-size-fits-all! At Training for Warriors - Coffs Coast, we believe that working out is all about finding what works for YOU. 💪
𝙃𝙚𝙧𝙚 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙬𝙤 𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙮 𝙩𝙞𝙥𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙠𝙞𝙘𝙠𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙩 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙟𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙣𝙚𝙮:
1️⃣ Mix it up and make it enjoyable: Whether it’s weights, bodyweight exercises, or even cardio, explore what energizes you and keeps you moving forward! You’re more likely to stick with something that feels good and fun. 🏋️♀️
2️⃣ Set achievable goals for yourself: Nothing feels better than progress! Start small, and celebrate each step you take. Consistent, realistic goals are key to building confidence and momentum. 🎯
At TFW - Coffs Coast, our team is here to support and guide you every step of the way. Ready to find your favourite way to train? Drop us a message, and let’s find the right fit for your fitness journey!
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