Balance, Mobility, & Flexibility: The Silent Pillars of Staying Strong Over 50

By Kevin English | July 28, 2025 |

We talk a lot about strength training, cardio, and nutrition – but there are three unsung heroes of healthy aging that don’t get enough spotlight: balance, mobility, and flexibility.  And if you want to stay strong, independent, and injury-free in your 50s, 60s, and beyond… these are non-negotiables. In this Monday Mile episode, Coach Kevin is…

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We talk a lot about strength training, cardio, and nutrition – but there are three unsung heroes of healthy aging that don’t get enough spotlight: balance, mobility, and flexibility.  And if you want to stay strong, independent, and injury-free in your 50s, 60s, and beyond… these are non-negotiables. In this Monday Mile episode, Coach Kevin is…

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