Mid Life Muscle and Strength

Special Guest: Sarah Sullivan- Swimming, CrossFit, and Longevity

In this episode, Sarah Sullivan shares her journey from competitive swimming to CrossFit, emphasizing the importance of longevity, smart training, and enjoying the process. She discusses common fitness struggles, the value of consistency, and how to approach training for sustainable results. Thanks for listening!

Blind spots in your training- identify them and get better!

In this episode, JP and Mickey explore the common training gaps across various sports and fitness disciplines, emphasizing the importance of balanced strength, mobility, and cognitive training for optimal performance and injury prevention. Thanks for listening!

Looking at the Crossfit Games Season Changes

In this episode, JP and Mickey discuss the evolution of CrossFit's competition season, training strategies for semi-finals, and insights into athlete recovery and programming. They explore how recent changes impact community engagement, athlete preparation, and the overall sport experience. Thanks for listening!

Special Guest: Dan Kilmartin (Mickey's Dad)

In this episode Mickey and JP have a conversation with Dan Kilmartin, Mickey's father, about his athletic history, how sports teach some of the best life lessons, and how fitness has changed for him over the years. Thanks for listening!

Special Guest- Pete Lepak

In this episode of the Midlife Muscle and Strength Podcast, Mickey and JP are joined by Pete Lepak, a seasoned soccer coach from South Windsor, Connecticut. They discuss the evolution of youth soccer coaching, the differences between travel and premier soccer, and the importance of early sports involvement. Pete shares insights on training, motivation, and the role of parents in youth sports, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach to coaching and the significance of allowing kids to play and enjoy the game. The conversation also touches on strength training, specialization in sports, and the play practice play coaching model.