<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[STRONG]]></title><description><![CDATA[Strong]]></description><link>https://www.trainstrong50.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 02:25:50 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.trainstrong50.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[6 things to fix before you take your workout outside]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take It Outside... Safely The sun is out, the trails are dry, and there is no better time to move your body outdoors. But summer asks a little more of us than the other seasons do — especially as we get older. Here are six small adjustments that let you enjoy every bit of it and stay safe doing it. Drink before you’re thirsty. As we age, the body’s thirst signal gets quieter — by the time you feel thirsty on a hot Folsom afternoon, you’re already behind. Sip water through the day, not just...]]></description><link>https://www.trainstrong50.com/post/6-things-to-fix-before-you-take-your-workout-outside</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1e275974254bcae085aeec</guid><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:55:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/93fee7_eee6ac5d092040bc819d47466ee14089~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>john thomas</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Find Your Why: The Slow, Steady Path Back to the Life You Love]]></title><description><![CDATA[You don’t need a perfect plan. You need a reason that matters enough to keep showing up — even when progress feels invisible. You need to a reason why.]]></description><link>https://www.trainstrong50.com/post/find-your-why-the-slow-steady-path-back-to-the-life-you-love</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a0bb19adcb4a906c1971ecd</guid><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 17:40:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/63389c_879f3cf445e74d80860645c7b3ef311c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>john thomas</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Are Your Genes Really in Control of Your Health?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spring reminds us that growth happens when the conditions are right. In the same way that plants need sunlight, water, and healthy soil to flourish, our bodies respond to the environment we create through daily habits. While our DNA provides the blueprint, choices in lifestyle and environment influence how our bodies function over time. This article explores how creating the right internal environment can help help you move better, stay stronger, and maintain independence.  Nourishing Your...]]></description><link>https://www.trainstrong50.com/post/are-your-genes-really-in-control-of-your-health</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a0bb19adcb4a906c1971ecc</guid><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 21:21:40 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/93fee7_a0347f1e023541359888d116392954c0~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>john thomas</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Regret or Destiny?: Reflections on Parenthood, Regrets and Real Change]]></title><description><![CDATA[Do we regret the past… or do we use it as fuel to move forward? Oh man—have I made mistakes. Plenty of them. Big ones. Small ones. Public ones. Quiet ones. The whole spectrum. And yet, when someone asks me, “What do you regret most in life?” I never really have an answer. Not because I’m perfect—far from it. But because I refuse to let mistakes go to waste. Don't Let Mistakes Go to Waste Lately, I’ve been thinking about this a lot through the lens of becoming a new parent. When I found out...]]></description><link>https://www.trainstrong50.com/post/regret-or-destiny</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a0bb19adcb4a906c1971ecb</guid><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 22:28:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/63389c_8849ed939c684a2e830f1d8efaf6f4d6~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_908,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>john thomas</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Definition of Insanity: Breaking Free from the Cycle of New Year Resolutions and Finding True Change]]></title><description><![CDATA[Are you insane… or just caught in good marketing? Every January, millions of people commit to transforming their lives. The promise of a fresh start sparks a wave of enthusiasm: new diets, workout plans, productivity hacks, and self-improvement goals flood our feeds and inboxes. Yet, by February or March, many find themselves back where they started, frustrated and wondering why change feels so elusive. This pattern is more than just a coincidence. It reflects a deeper truth about how we...]]></description><link>https://www.trainstrong50.com/post/the-definition-of-insanity-breaking-free-from-the-cycle-of-new-year-resolutions-and-finding-true-ch</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a0bb19bdcb4a906c1971ed3</guid><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 21:36:01 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/63389c_a4b204af9b49470f9a9c024bac552fd6~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Hailey Dorthalina</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senior Exercise Plans: Effective Exercise Programs for Seniors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Getting older doesn’t mean slowing down. In fact, staying active is one of the best things you can do to keep your body and mind sharp. But where do you start? What kind of exercise is safe and effective? I’ve been there, and I want to share what I’ve learned about senior exercise plans  that really work. These plans are designed to help build strength, improve movement, and maintain independence. Let’s dive in and explore how you can make exercise a rewarding part of your daily routine. Why...]]></description><link>https://www.trainstrong50.com/post/senior-exercise-plans-effective-exercise-programs-for-seniors</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a0bb19adcb4a906c1971eca</guid><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 17:08:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/93fee7_59929241637c49bb8025a4600ad4353d~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_683,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>john thomas</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Year, New You: Embracing Change After 50]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Definition of Insanity
Are you insane, or have you fallen for clever marketing?  Check out January's article to learn more!]]></description><link>https://www.trainstrong50.com/post/newyears-resolutions-for-adults-over-50</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a0bb19adcb4a906c1971ec9</guid><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2026 06:10:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/63389c_c17ea3762a72459e8c2e448a663c0d6d~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_683,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>john thomas</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>