Why Smart Athletes Over 40 Hire Coaches (It’s NOT What You Think)
Most athletes think coaching is about motivation or accountability.
But according to neuroscientist and competitive strongman Dr. Tommy Wood, the real value of a coach—especially as you get older—is decision fatigue, structure, and long-term progression.
In this clip, Dr. Wood explains:
Why choosing workouts every day quietly drains your mental energy
How structured programming prevents overtraining (or undertraining)
Why periodization matters more as recovery changes with age
When a coach is worth it—and when they’re not
If you’re a 40+ athlete juggling work, family, and training, this perspective may completely change how you think about coaching.
🎧 Full podcast episode available everywhere. Listen when you want to go deeper.
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