May 11, 2025
Overthinker's trap, Training in your 40s
I tend to over think. I over research. And I get distracted by shiny objects.
In principle, I know I want to do something. Whether it is to meditate, or journal, or to work on my strength, or learn a new skill, or to add breath work to my morning routine.
There's no doubt that doing it will add immense value - there's a reason I arrived at the why/what of it.
But I will start looking at seven different forms of meditation (or pranayama, or whatever.) And just be stuck in analysis paralysis.
If you are like me, this post is for you.
Training at 40 vs Training at 25
At 25, I chased PRs.
At 40, I chase feeling good every day.
Would I train differently if I knew then what I know now?
Absolutely.
More patience. More movement quality.
Less ego. More long game.
If you’re training now, ask yourself: are you building strength that lasts?
Or chasing a short-term high at the cost of long-term function?
Longevity isn't passive. It’s intentional.