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The Masters Athlete Survival Guide

The Masters Athlete Survival Guide

Written by: John Katalinas and Scott Fike
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We explore thriving as an athlete after 40. Each episode, we’ll dive into tips, hacks, and inspiring stories from seasoned athletes and our personal experience. Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a competitive pro, this podcast is your playbook for staying fit, strong, and motivated

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Episodes
  • Cutting Through Fitness Noise After 40
    Jan 9 2026

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    We unpack why a Masters Athlete Survival Guide matters and map out a smarter path for training after 40. Between laughs and whiskey tastings, we outline recovery-first programming, mindset tools, and realistic goals that survive busy lives.

    • why training after 40 needs a new guide
    • injury prevention and strategic recovery
    • filtering bad advice and AI-fueled fitness noise
    • six pillars: recovery, life integration, progressive adaptation, technical skill, personalized programming, mind-body balance
    • sustainable goal setting and milestones
    • dealing with setbacks and getting back on plan
    • upcoming guests on mindset and mobility
    • listener homework to shape future topics

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    New episodes come out every other Thursday!

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    50 mins
  • New Habits in 2026: Build Habits That Create Real Change
    Jan 2 2026

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    We share a new year mindset shift: stop chasing results and build systems that make progress unavoidable. We offer simple ways to start at the gym, reduce fear, and turn small habits into a lasting routine, with a nod to Atomic Habits for practical guidance.

    • why goals often fail without systems
    • how to design small, repeatable habits
    • practical first steps for the gym
    • using staff and simple plans for confidence
    • leveraging AI to draft a basic routine
    • making progress with low friction actions
    • reframing outcomes as outputs of systems

    If you enjoyed this episode and you'd like to help support the podcast, please share it with others, post it on your social media, or leave a review
    To catch all the latest from us, you can follow us on Instagram at Masters Athlete Survival Guide


    @masters_athlete_survival_guide on IG

    New episodes come out every other Thursday!

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    4 mins
  • How We Use YouTube To Lift Better, Hurt Less, And Stay In The Game
    Dec 29 2025

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    We riff on how YouTube became our most useful training partner and where it can lead you astray. From fixing a good-morning deadlift to building finger strength and dialing recovery, we share channels worth your time and the BS meter every masters athlete needs.

    • using video to improve deadlift setup and bar path
    • climbers’ methods for finger and tendon strength
    • warm-up volume for longevity and pain control
    • simple hydration and electrolyte habits
    • spotting fake weights and risky advice
    • tailoring popular programs to masters needs
    • caffeine strategy without the crash
    • building a personal system from curated channels

    If you enjoyed this episode and you'd like to help support the podcast, please share it with others, post it on your social media, or leave a review
    To catch all the latest from us, you can follow us on Instagram at Masters Athlete Survival Guide


    @masters_athlete_survival_guide on IG

    New episodes come out every other Thursday!

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    56 mins
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