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What if the most important fitness decision you ever make happens after 40? We sat down with Linda and Gerry Blight, authors of Fittin' It All In: Adult Fitness, 40 to Forever, to unpack a brutally honest, hopeful roadmap for the “fourth quarter” of life—where momentum, modification, and recovery matter more than ego or PRs.

Linda brings a lifetime of movement and coaching; Gerry brings a wake-up story few forget: a 95% heart blockage discovered only because he pushed for the right test. Together they redefine lifestyle as health style, focusing on the levers we can own—strength, hydration, protein and healthy fats, sleep discipline, and smart progressions that protect joints and prevent falls. They make it simple to begin with what you can control: steps, water, sit-to-stand reps, and short sessions you’ll actually do. Then they layer in a “new month’s resolution,” a 30-day recommitment that stacks small wins into durable habits.

We dig into training after 50 with practical workarounds: modify instead of quit, load your long bones for bone density, and use water workouts for buoyancy, resistance, and arthritic relief. Recovery becomes a skill—consistent bedtimes, screen limits, reading to quiet the mind, and enough protein to rebuild what training breaks down. For women, Linda spotlights strength for bone health, moderate weights, and daily movements like sit-to-stand that pay off for decades. Gerry caps it with a powerful frame: one percent better matters. Hit 100 minutes of weekly activity and you’re already outpacing national guidelines.

You’ll leave with real tools you can use today, a mindset that trades perfection for momentum, and a reminder to find your recess—something active you genuinely enjoy so you keep coming back. Grab Linda and Gerry’s book on Amazon for exercise illustrations, stretches, and step-by-step guidance. If this conversation moved you, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs a nudge, and leave a quick rating or review so more people can build their strongest fourth quarter.

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What if “terminal” became a focusing lens, not a finish line? We sit down with triathlete and ultrarunner Jonathan Pascual, who lives with stage 4 paraganglioma, to explore how movement, principles, and community can transform fear into purpose. Jonathan shares the early warning signs he ignored as an endurance athlete, the reality of treatments and side effects, and the mindset shifts that helped him keep moving—sometimes across an Ironman world championship course, other times across a quiet path on chemo weekend.

This conversation breaks big goals into honest, repeatable wins: walk the flats, then hike a hill, then jog to the next lamppost. We unpack why accountability matters at every level—from a friend expecting a morning loop to a coach who adapts training to life’s setbacks. Jonathan explains how aging changes recovery, why sleep is non-negotiable, and how simple nutrition fundamentals beat fad diets. He adds the missing piece so many skip: daily “movement hygiene” through side-to-side work, single-leg strength, and playful plyometrics to restore elasticity and prevent injury.

Beyond splits and medals, Jonathan talks identity, legacy, and the art of living while facing mortality. He invites everyone—rookies, returners, and racers—to JP’s Backyard Ultra, a community event where you can run or hike 3.3-mile loops on the hour, stop after one, or build to your first ultra, all while raising funds for research and support. Expect practical takeaways you can use today: set digestible goals, listen to your body, protect your sleep, and choose purpose over ego. Subscribe, share this episode with someone who needs a nudge to start, and leave a quick review telling us the single step you’ll take today.

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What if the simplest daily habits could rewrite your next decade? We explore how accountability—delivered with truth and grace—beats motivation every time, and we coach two brave guests live as they swap perfectionism for consistency. Karen opens up about hitting a milestone age, grieving siblings gone too soon, and wanting the strength and energy to show up for her grandchild. Her plan is refreshingly doable: 6,800 steps a day, 64 ounces of water, and a quick text check‑in to make the habit social. We reframe consistency as returning to baseline after slip‑ups, not chasing flawless streaks, and show how leaving a little in the tank builds anticipation for tomorrow.

Mitch brings gratitude and raw honesty about being “consistently inconsistent.” He wants to keep pace on family walks, get back on the bike, hike with confidence, and dust off his golf game. We introduce the GPS theory for setbacks—no judgment, just recalculating—and set the same simple targets: daily steps and hydration. From there, we nudge awareness around nutrition and macros without overwhelming him, focusing on protein for muscle maintenance and small swaps that upgrade meals. He’s already proved he can do more than he thinks; our aim is to make those wins routine.

Along the way we talk identity shift, community, and why water is the quiet macro that powers energy, recovery, and satiety. This isn’t a quick fix or a crash plan. It’s a practical path to lasting health in the fourth quarter—where small commitments compound into a lifestyle you don’t have to negotiate with every morning. Ready to write your next chapter with us? Subscribe, share this episode with a friend who needs a gentle nudge, and leave a review telling us the one habit you’ll commit to this week.

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Redefine the fourth quarter and reclaim your healthspan. We take a clear-eyed look at life after 60 and push past the old limits, focusing on independence, mobility, and joy—because living well beats living long without quality. You’ll hear how small, steady actions become a flywheel: walking daily, tracking simple metrics, and choosing routines you can maintain through busy seasons, travel, and bad weather. The goal isn’t perfection; it’s momentum.

Ted shares how “birthday challenges” in his mid-50s sparked a lifestyle shift, turning once-daunting goals into weekly habits. Doug digs into sustainable re-entry after missed workouts and why gentle sessions can be the smartest way back. We get honest about nutrition pitfalls, holidays, and cravings, offering practical tools that actually stick: say no once at the store so you can avoid having to say no multiple times in your own kitchen, ride out cravings for 90 seconds, and remember that discipline is choosing what you want most over what you want now. The refrain becomes a roadmap: what you repeat, you become.

We also preview what’s ahead: live coaching with two listeners as we map out personalized health plans and track their progress over time; an inspiring conversation with ultra runner, triathlete and medical professional Jonathan Pascual about choosing life through chronic pain; and an educational deep dive with authors Linda and Gerry Blight on fitness from 40 to forever. These stories ground the big idea that it’s never too late to build strength, resilience, and purpose—whether you’re 60, 80, or beyond.

Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs a nudge, and send us your thoughts via the anonymous text link in the show notes. What single habit will you start today to build your best fourth quarter?

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Want your next decade to feel like your best decade? We’re kicking off The Fourth Quarter Podcast with a clear, simple mission: help you become the healthiest version of you from the age of 60 and beyond—without extremes, shame, or confusing advice. We tell our origin story, talk about turning 60, and lay out a practical path where small steps, patience, and enjoyment lead to real change.

We unpack why so many people stall out in information overload and how to cut through it with action. If the gym drains you, we’ll help you build an outdoor routine you’ll love. If nutrition feels like all-or-nothing, we show you how to design a plan you can actually keep. Our format blends expert interviews, inspiring real-world examples, and something rare: live coaching with listeners who share their goals, struggles, and updates over time. You’ll hear honest progress, setbacks, and the exact adjustments we make so habits stick.

This first episode sets our core themes: consistency over intensity, finding joy in movement, sustainable nutrition, and a mindset grounded in meaning. We talk identity—why you don’t need the “athlete” label to train like one—and we dig into the power of patience and perseverance, especially when you’re starting from zero. We close on gratitude after a 50-year class reunion and a reminder that growing older is a privilege. A brief music segment with Forrest Frank’s “Thankful” anchors that note: notice the sun, the steps, the breath. Build from there.

If you’re ready to start, we’re ready to walk with you. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs encouragement, and leave us a quick review so more people can find the show. Want to be coached on-air? Use the anonymous text link in the show notes and tell us your first small step.