Reconnecting with old college friends after 40 years might sound nostalgic, but in this solo episode of The Optimal Aging Podcast, host Jay Croft uncovers deeper insights about aging well — insights that can reshape how you approach your business and connect with clients over 50.Jay reflects on a recent reunion at Colorado State University and the three big takeaways that emerged: the power of lifelong friendships, the need for reinvention after disruption, and facing mortality with joy and purpose.This is a heartfelt, thoughtful episode full of lessons on how connection, resilience, and perspective can enrich the aging experience — and how fitness professionals can use those insights to better serve their clients.🔍 Episode Highlights:💬 Lifelong Friendship & HealthHow social connection supports longevity and wellnessWhy gyms and fitness businesses must create community🔄 Reinvention After DisruptionNewspaper careers upended — and what that teaches about adapting with ageHow older clients may be navigating life reinventions when they come to you⏳ Mortality Without MorbidityHonest reflections on aging and loss — without becoming morbidWhy purpose, laughter, and joy matter in your message⏰ Timestamps:00:00 – Intro & personal message 01:00 – The reunion at Colorado State University 03:20 – Lifelong friendships and healthy aging 05:10 – The role of community in fitness for older adults 06:40 – Reinvention after career disruption 08:30 – Reinvention and resilience in fitness as we age 10:00 – Mortality and mindset: acknowledging without fear 11:30 – Final 3 takeaways for fitness professionals 12:10 – Wrap-up: gratitude, purpose, and reflection🎤 Host: Jay CroftJay is the founder of Prime Fit Content and host of The Optimal Aging Podcast, helping fitness pros market effectively to the over-50 population.🌐 Podcast Website: https://www.primefitcontent.com 📬 Contact Jay: [email protected] 📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/primefitcontent 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/croftjay👍 Love the show? Rate us on Apple Podcasts and share this episode with a friend who’d appreciate it.

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