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Country music often finds its lyrical soul in heartbreak. But for singer Chase McDaniel, it took a failed power clean PR attempt—and nearly losing his life in its catastrophic aftermath—to become the unlikely inspiration for his transformation from powerlifter to powerful balladeer. The Kentucky native remembers little of that fateful lift, when missing a 300-pound power clean became his worst-case scenario. McDaniel blacked out at the top of the lift before collapsing to the platform as 300 pounds of iron crashed down on his 155-pound frame. The accident left him in the hospital with a severe concussion, followed by amnesia.…

Walking up stairs shouldn’t leave you breathless. Carrying shopping bags or keeping up with grandchildren shouldn’t feel impossible. Yet for many people over 50, these everyday activities have become exhausting challenges that leave them feeling older than their years. I’ve worked in the fitness industry since I was in my teens and completed my personal training qualifications over 35 years ago. I’ve had countless people in their 50s and older come to me with the belief that it’s impossible to build stamina at their age. It’s heartbreaking to hear that lack of belief and it’s also completely wrong. People believe…

At GoodTherapy, we know that investing in mental health can feel overwhelming,  especially when you’re watching every dollar. The good news: affordable therapy is possible, and you don’t have to sacrifice your well-being to stick to your budget. Below, we’ll walk you through understanding therapy costs, budgeting strategies, practical ways to save, navigating insurance, and how GoodTherapy can help you prioritize your mental health without breaking the bank. Understanding the Real Costs of Therapy: What to Expect Before you start budgeting for therapy, it’s important to get a realistic sense of what therapy costs and why. The price of therapy…

It’s easy to judge people based on their family setup (whether it’s fair or not). The “momma’s boy,” for instance, is overly dependent and immature. The “only child” has historically been characterized as selfish or spoiled. But there’s one particular dynamic garnering more positive attention: men who grew up with older sisters.Consider Luke Dunphy in Modern Family—he’s goofy and a little scatterbrained, sure, but he actually respects the women in his life. (A rare trait for a sitcom teen boy). Or Robert Irwin, whose stint on this season of Dancing With the Stars has already included several moments of praise…

Overrated lifts are always a heated topic. One person’s overrated exercise could be someone else’s favorite—different strokes for different folks. So why go here and stir the pot? Just because an exercise is popular or it gets someone jacked doesn’t mean it’s always effective — or right for you. Some lifts get their importance overblown, while others pose more risk than reward, particularly when your goal is to improve performance and build muscle and strength. Here I am, joined by four coaches as we analyze 10 overrated lifts that might be holding you back or even hurting you. We’ll provide…

A “stomach apron” is excess fat that develops in the lower belly region—particularly after 50. According to Karen Ann Canham, CEO and founder of Karen Ann Wellness, this stubborn pouch is caused by slowed metabolism, hormonal shifts, and the natural loss of lean muscle, also known as sarcopenia. Standing core work can be especially productive in firing up the deep stabilizing muscles while putting your glutes and legs to work. We spoke with experts who share six standing core routines to tighten and tone your stomach apron after 50—no floor work required. What Makes Standing Core Routines Effective? “Unlike traditional…

Want a peach-emoji-level booty? Building muscle in your glutes is what will give your butt a lifted appearance, meaning strength training is going to be your booty’s new best friend. (There are tons of health and fitness benefits of strength training, BTW.) Tightening your tush through a booty workout is not just about aesthetics. A strong butt actually has a ton of health and performance benefits — yet another reason to try every exercise for lifting buttocks you can. Add these best booty workout moves to your weekly routine and you’ll see results in no time. How it works: Three…

This week, YouTube unveiled a powerful lineup of AI tools designed to help creators and marketers transform raw recordings and content ideas into polished Shorts, globally accessible clips and optimized campaigns.  Over half of global marketers now depend on YouTube  With over 2.5 billion users logging in each month, YouTube has become a central hub for online search, content discovery and powerful marketing impact. For businesses, that means unmatched visibility and flexibility: whether you’re chasing viral reach with Shorts or telling a deeper story through long-form podcasts, YouTube gives you direct access to a global audience at a scale few…

“3 sets of 10 repetitions” is arguably the most common set/rep range recommendation for how to build size. In fact, many programs apply this recommendation to every single exercise in the routine. The origin of this recommendation isn’t too hard to trace. To this day, most personal training textbooks clearly outline rep ranges for strength vs size vs muscle endurance. For strength, stick to sets of 3-5 reps. If you bump that to 8-12, you’re in the muscle-building rep range. Go beyond that – say above 15 reps – and you’ll mostly be targeting muscle endurance improvements. That consensus has…

Leading a sedentary life can absolutely wreck your body and overall health. In fact, research shows sedentary habits can increase all-cause mortality, cancer risk, CVD mortality, and chances of developing metabolic disorders. That said, there are certain exercises that can be just as harmful after you hit 40—and they should be avoided at all costs. As you age, your workout routine should be tweaked according to your body’s current needs. For instance, high-impact activities may be more challenging for older athletes, as reaction time naturally decreases with age, says Dr. Milica McDowell, doctor of PT, exercise physiologist, and VP of…