The Never Too Old to Lift Podcast

Do you feel like you're just "not a gym person"? You're not alone. Many adults over 50 believe that strength training isn't for someone like them - that they've left it too late, or that lifting weights is only for the young and already-fit.Never Too Old to Lift exists to change that belief.Hosted by Chris Tiley, a physiotherapist with 15+ years of experience, this podcast shows you that strength training is not only possible at any age, it's essential for maintaining independence, confidence, and quality of life as you get older.Each week, Chris shares practical, safe guidance on building strength specifically designed for older adults. You'll learn how to adapt exercises around your limitations, start safely from scratch, and build a sustainable strength training routine that works for your body and your life.Whether you're worried about injury, overwhelmed by conflicting fitness advice, or simply don't know where to start, this podcast will help you take that first step.You'll

The Never Too Old to Lift Podcast is a health podcast hosted by Chris Tiley, with 58 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Chris Tiley hosts The Never Too Old to Lift Podcast, a health show with 58 episodes published.

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  Episode #58

  The Most Neglected Muscle Group After 60 (Resistance Band Back Exercises)

  Sep 16, 202612 min

  Most people over 60 train their arms, legs and core, but there's one muscle group that quietly gets left behind: the muscles that pull. In this episode, I explain why the pull pattern is the first to weaken as we age, and give you simple resistance band back exercises you can do at home to build it back up. Full show notes: nevertoooldtolift.com/podcast058 Free strength training guide: nevertoooldtolift.com/ebook/ Stronger for Life community: skool.com/stronger-for-life-8673 Episode 2 (strength training basics): nevertoooldtolift.com/podcast002 Episode 9 (the 7 movement patterns): nevertoooldtolift.com/podcast009 How to set up a door anchor: youtu.be/cYF1mlR7yR8 10 resistance band exercises: youtu.be/B4ATzVuKqug GoTone Pro review: nevertoooldtolift.com/gotone-pro-review/ Shop GoTone Pro (use code NTOTL for 10% off): rayofi.com/products/go-tone-pro?ref=NTOTL This is an affiliate link, I may earn a small commission if you purchase through it, at no extra cost to you. If you found this useful, please leave a review, it really helps more people find the podcast. This episode is for general information and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for personalised medical or physiotherapy advice. Always consult your GP or a qualified healthcare professional before starting a new exercise programme, particularly if you have an existing injury, health condition, or are recovering from surgery.

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  Episode #57

  Getting Started with Strength Training After 60 (Live Recording)

  Jul 29, 20261h 24m

  This episode is a bit different, it's the audio from a free live session I ran called Getting Started with Strength Training After 60. Most of it translates well to audio, and there's a short section partway through where I'm demonstrating exercises on screen, I describe what I'm doing as I go, but if you'd like to see the video, it's linked below. In this session I cover: Why strength training matters more as we get older, not less, and how few of us are actually meeting the guidelines The most common objections to getting started, and how to work through them How Phil, a patient of mine, started strength training at 76 with no gym background and no formal exercise history How Jan found what strength training gave her that yoga and tennis couldn't What muscle strength actually is, and how to know if an exercise is building it How to choose exercises, stay consistent, and progress safely over time Live listener questions, answered as they came in Full episode with the video demonstration: https://nevertoooldtolift.com/podcast057 Hear more from Jan and Phil in their own words: Jan, on what strength training gave her that yoga and cardio couldn't: https://nevertoooldtolift.com/podcast028 Phil, on starting strength training at 76 with no gym background: https://nevertoooldtolift.com/podcast048 Free strength training guide: https://nevertoooldtolift.com/ebook Stronger for Life community: https://www.skool.com/stronger-for-life-8673 Simply reply or email chris@nevertoooldtolift.com with any questions; I'm happy to help.

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  Episode #56

  Strength Alone Isn't Enough to Prevent a Fall (Physical Therapist Explains Why)

  Jul 15, 20261h 7m

  Strength training is one of the most powerful things you can do to reduce your risk of falling. But it's only one part of the picture. In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Shawn Waller, a Doctor of Physical Therapy from the US who has spent his career working out exactly why falls happen. He explains that fall prevention isn't just about strength. Your body relies on four systems to keep you balanced: strength, vision, sensation, and your inner ear. If any one of those is weak, your balance suffers, no matter how strong you are. We cover: Why falls aren't an inevitable part of ageing, and can be prevented The four systems your body needs for balance, and how to test each one at home Why strength is your body armour, and which muscles matter most The hidden balance system most people have never heard of What orthostatic hypotension is and why hydration affects your risk of falling How to make your home safer Why being prepared for a fall matters as much as preventing one Shawn's fall prevention courses, Fall Proof Body and Fall Proof Home, are available with 25% off using the code NTOTL at checkout. Fall Proof Body course: https://yourptguy.com/fallproofbody/?affiliate=christiley Fall Proof Home course: https://yourptguy.com/fallproofhome/?affiliate=christiley Fall Proof Life Bundle (best value): https://yourptguy.com/fallprooflife/?affiliate=christiley The links above are affiliate links, meaning I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase. This doesn't cost you anything extra, and it helps support the podcast. Links mentioned: Shawn's website: https://yourptguy.com Shawn's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@yourPTguy Don't Fall (Shawn's book): https://geni.us/zsWYA Balance tests mentioned: 30-second sit-to-stand test: https://www.physio-pedia.com/30_Seconds_Sit_To_Stand_Test Timed Up and Go (TUG) test: https://www.physio-pedia.com/Timed_Up_and_Go_Test_(TUG) Romberg test: https://www.physio-pedia.com/Romberg_Test Sit-to-rise test: https://www.discovermagazine.com/simple-sitting-test-predicts-how-long-youll-live-12 Full show notes: https://nevertoooldtolift.com/podcast056

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  Episode #55

  Finished Your Strength Training Programme? Here is What to Do Next - Ep55

  Jun 24, 202610 min

  Finishing a programme and not knowing what comes next is one of the most common reasons people stop training altogether. Not because they want to, but because without a clear next step, life fills the gap very quickly. In this episode, Chris Tiley takes the three principles from last week, progressive overload, variation and periodisation, and turns them into a practical framework you can use straight away, whatever stage you are at. Whether you have just finished a programme, been doing the same thing for months, or feel like your progress has stalled, by the end of this episode, you will have three clear questions to ask yourself and know exactly what to do next. Shownotes: For the full show notes page, go to: https://nevertoooldtolift.com/podcast055/ This episode builds directly on the last episode. If you haven't listened to that yet, start there first: https://nevertoooldtolift.com/podcast054 Topics covered: How to know whether you actually need a new programme or just need to keep going The honest question most people avoid asking themselves How to use exercise variation without losing your progress Why dropping the weight back down is not going backwards What periodisation looks like in practice and when to start thinking about it The three questions to ask when your programme ends or stops working 🔗 Links Free strength training guide: https://nevertoooldtolift.com/ebook Stronger for Life: https://nevertoooldtolift.com/course Email Chris: chris@nevertoooldtolift.com

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  Episode #54

  The Three Principles Behind Every Good Training Program - Ep 54

  Jun 10, 202616 min

  Ever finished a program and had no idea what to do next? Or followed a plan without really understanding why it was built the way it was? You're not alone. A lot of people are great at following programs but feel completely lost the moment the plan runs out, or when something needs to change. And the reason is almost always the same: nobody ever explained the principles behind the program in the first place. In this episode, Chris breaks down the three core principles that underpin every well-designed strength training program: Progressive overload: Why the body adapts to whatever you give it, and why that means you have to keep increasing the demands over time. It's not about more weight for the sake of it. It's about staying slightly ahead of what your body has already figured out. Variation: Why doing the same exercises indefinitely will eventually stop working, and how to change things strategically without losing the consistency that builds strength in the first place. Periodisation: Why well-designed programs move through different phases and rep ranges intentionally, and why that's actually protective for your joints as well as effective for your progress. This is part one of a two-part series. Next week, Chris takes these three principles and shows you exactly how to apply them in practice, including what to do when a program ends, how to know when it's time to change things, and what the next phase of your training should look like. Whether you're someone who's just finished their first program and isn't sure where to go next, or you've been training for a while and feel like your progress has stalled, this episode gives you the framework to start making decisions with confidence. This episode references Episode 2: How to Build Muscle Strength: https://nevertoooldtolift.com/podcast002 Shownotes: For the full show notes page, go to: https://nevertoooldtolift.com/podcast054/ 📧 Questions? chris@nevertoooldtolift.com 📖 Free eBook: https://nevertoooldtolift.com/ebook 💪 Stronger for Life course: https://nevertoooldtolift.com/course

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