Episode 12

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13th Feb 2025

12: Coach Jim Laird on Smart Training, Recovery & Vitality After 50

🎙 Episode 12: Coach Jim Laird – Vitality Brotherhood

In this episode, I sit down with Coach Jim Laird, founder of Vitality Brotherhood and Vitality Sisterhood, two communities dedicated to helping men and women over 40 reclaim their strength, health, and vitality.

Jim has coached elite athletes, but his passion lies in empowering everyday people to train smarter, not just harder. His personal journey—from powerlifting to battling ulcerative colitis and a life-threatening staph infection—shaped his unique approach to sustainable fitness, longevity, and stress management.

We discuss:

Why strength training is essential for longevity, but not in the way most people think

✅ The biggest mistakes people make when trying to get fit after 50

Overcoming health setbacks and why less exercise is sometimes more effective

✅ The power of circadian rhythms and how light exposure saved Jim’s life

Fixing back pain, running mechanics, and why coiling and rotation matter

✅ How community and connection impact your health just as much as exercise

Jim shares hard-earned wisdom and actionable strategies to help you break free from exhaustion, rebuild your strength, and transform your health—without burnout. If you’ve ever felt frustrated with your fitness journey, this episode is a must-listen!

🔗 Resources & Links

📌 Connect with Coach Jim Laird:

🌐 Website: Vitality Brotherhood

📣 Instagram: @JimLaird.GYM

📺 YouTube: Vitality Brotherhood Channel

💪 Join for Free: Vitality Brotherhood | Vitality Sisterhood

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About the Podcast

Fitness Over 50 with Coach Adam
Welcome to "Fitness Over 50 with Coach Adam," the podcast dedicated to helping you thrive in your 50s, 60s, and beyond through fitness, health, and wellness. I’m Coach Adam, a certified fitness coach, lifelong endurance runner, martial artist, and passionate advocate for living your best life at any age.

After decades of personal fitness experience, including marathons, martial arts, and overcoming life’s challenges, I know firsthand that staying fit after 50 is about much more than exercise—it's about building strength, boosting energy, and enhancing overall quality of life.

Each week, we explore actionable strategies, expert interviews, and real-life stories designed to inspire and empower you on your fitness journey. Whether you're just getting started, returning after a long break, or pushing toward new fitness goals, this podcast is your supportive companion.

Expect practical tips on strength training, running, mobility, and recovery, along with essential guidance on nutrition, mindset, and longevity. We break down complex topics into simple, achievable steps that fit your lifestyle. No hype, no gimmicks—just real conversations about what works.

Join me as we redefine aging through fitness and show that it’s never too late to become the healthiest, strongest version of yourself. Subscribe now and let’s take this journey together—because your best years are still ahead!

Remember: Fitness isn’t just about adding years to your life—it’s about adding life to your years.