Strength For Life

Walking isn’t just exercise, it’s the most underrated longevity tool we’ve got. In this episode, Matt and Nicole dig into the research showing how walking protects your heart, brain, metabolism, and independence as you age. They bust the 10,000-step myth, share what the science really says about daily step counts, and explain why consistent movement throughout the day beats one big workout. You’ll also learn simple, practical ways to fit more walking into your routine. If you want to stay strong, lean, and capable for decades to come, start here.

💪 In this episode of The Strength For Life Podcast, Nicole and Dr. Matt break down everything you need to know about creatine—what it is, why it works, and how it can boost strength, brain health, and longevity. They cover the best type to take, how much you really need, and why women may benefit even more. Plus, they share their go-to brand: Momentous Creatine Monohydrate- (https://www.livemomentous.com/products/creatine-monohydrate?mct=aJADK0WJ&utm_source=current&dc=VillageFitness&ref=aJADK0WJ) [Use Code: VillageFitness] 

In this episode of Strength for Life, Dr. Matt and Nicole Klingler dive into a question that matters to everyone as they age: How do you stay strong, capable, and independent for life? The answer, they argue, lies in one deceptively simple tool—the barbell. From the early history of barbell training to the detour into machines and convenience-driven fitness, Matt and Nicole trace how we lost sight of real strength and why barbells remain unmatched for building lasting resilience. They break down: Why barbells build functional strength that carries over to everyday life. The three rules of effective strength training for adults over 40. How progressive overload works and why it’s the foundation of lifelong strength. Why “the big three” (squat, deadlift, overhead press) deliver the most results in the least time. They also highlight the results they have gotten for thousands of clients using barbell training. Whether you’re brand new to lifting, coming back after years away, or already training but looking to do it better, this episode makes the case for why the barbell should be at the center of your fitness.   🔗 Check out our free resources and tutorials on YouTube: Village Fitness & Physical Therapy 🔗 Learn more about our programs at www.villagefpt.com 💬 Topics you want us to cover? Email: podcast@villagefpt.com 📱 Follow us on:  Instagram: Dr. Matt | Nicole | Village Glendora | Village San Marino Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@VillageFitnessPhysicalTherapy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VillageFitnessGlendora/

In our very first episode, we (Dr. Matt & Nicole Klingler) share the story behind Strength for Life—why we created this podcast, who it’s for, and what you can expect. Whether you’re just starting your health journey like Lynn, trying to stay consistent like Grandma Penny, or fine-tuning your training like Grandpa Ken, this podcast is for you. We’ll pull back the curtain on our own lives as parents, business owners, and fitness professionals—sharing both wins and struggles—while giving you practical, science-based strategies for getting stronger, healthier, and aging well. Expect real conversations, actionable takeaways, and a vision for how strength training can transform your life—at home, in the gym, and for the long haul!