Find Your Why – And Keep Moving

Why do we keep training? Why do we continue running, lifting, and pushing our bodies when life could easily pull us toward comfort and ease?

It all comes down to our WHY.

At 48 years young, my why has changed. I train now because I can. I train because I want to keep doing it for a long, long time. I train because it simply feels good — better than anything else. When I move, lift, and run, I feel energized, strong, and alive. When I don’t, I feel sluggish and off-balance. Movement has become my medicine.

Strength training, running, and simply getting the body moving aren’t just physical activities — they’re investments in how we feel, how we live, and how long we thrive. Exercise boosts our mood, sharpens our energy, enhances our health, and extends our lifespan. I move now not just for today, but so that I can continue to move well decades from now.

I refuse to become the sedentary old man who can no longer hike through the woods, cast a line on a quiet lake, or chase memories with his family because he let his body fall apart. I want to lead the way for my family. I want to show them — by my example — that strength, health, and vitality are possible at every age. Life doesn’t end at 40. In fact, I believe it’s just getting started.

Forget the old story that "it’s all downhill after 40." That’s absolute BS. If anything, we’re smarter, more resilient, and more grateful now than we ever were in our 20s.We have countless incredible years ahead — if we choose to invest in ourselves today.

I don’t have grandkids yet, but when I do, you can bet they’ll see their grandfather leading the charge on hiking trails, hunting trips, and outdoor adventures. I can’t wait to show them what’s possible at 70, at 80 — just like I’m showing what’s possible at 40 and 50 right now.

Whatever your WHY is — find it. Hold onto it. Let it fuel you. Use it to stay focused on the work you put in today, so you can reap the rewards for decades to come.

You — and your health — are the greatest investment you’ll ever make. Start today. Stay strong for life.

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At Axis Strength Training, we believe it’s never too late to get stronger, move better, and live a fuller life. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to reach the next level, we’re here to guide you every step of the way. Find your WHY — and let’s build a future you can be proud of.

Come train with us. Invest in yourself. Your best years are still ahead.