Why your workout should change with each new decade | Gabby Reece & Dr. Federica Amati

Staying fit isn’t just for athletes - it’s a lifelong commitment that evolves with age. But how do we maintain strength, resilience, and motivation through different life stages? In this episode, Gabby Reece, legendary volleyball player and fitness leader, shares how she has adapted her training over nearly 40 years. From her peak as a professional athlete to balancing fitness with motherhood and now prioritizing longevity at 54, Gabby reveals what has kept her consistent and injury-free. She’s joined by Dr. Federica Amati, Head Nutritionist at ZOE and best-selling author of Every Body Should Know This, who explains how our movement and nutritional needs change over time. Together, they discuss the science behind exercise at every age, why midlife fitness is crucial for preventing frailty, and practical strategies to stay active for the long run. Whether you're starting fresh or looking to refine your routine, this episode will inspire you to train smarter and stay strong for life.

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Staying fit isn’t just for athletes - it’s a lifelong commitment that evolves with age. But how do we maintain strength, resilience, and motivation through different life stages?

In this episode, Gabby Reece, legendary volleyball player and fitness leader, shares how she has adapted her training over nearly 40 years. From her peak as a professional athlete to balancing fitness with motherhood and now prioritizing longevity at 54, Gabby reveals what has kept her consistent and injury-free.

She’s joined by Dr. Federica Amati, Head Nutritionist at ZOE and best-selling author of Every Body Should Know This, who explains how our movement and nutritional needs change over time. Together, they discuss the science behind exercise at every age, why midlife fitness is crucial for preventing frailty, and practical strategies to stay active for the long run.

Whether you're starting fresh or looking to refine your routine, this episode will inspire you to train smarter and stay strong for life.

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Timecodes 00:00 Introduction 01:57 Quickfire questions 03:50 From college kid to pro-athlete 05:30 Risks of repetitive exercise 06:05 Best injury prevention tips 07:10 Prehab vs rehab 12:20 Fitness during pregnancy 17:20 Keeping fit with a family 22:12 How to workout in your 50s 24:30 How to age better 27:44 This makes you feel better instantly 29:20 The truth about core workouts 31:48 Foot strength in older age 35:40 3 ways to stick to your fitness plan 42:28 You need this everyday 46:35 Get outside for this many minutes each day 48:10 Give yourself a 90 day reset

📚Books by our ZOE Scientists The Food For Life Cookbook Every Body Should Know This by Dr Federica Amati Food For Life by Prof. Tim Spector

Free resources from ZOE Live Healthier: Top 10 Tips From ZOE Science & Nutrition Gut Guide - For a Healthier Microbiome in Weeks

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